Making custom crayon shapes is a fun and easy project, here's how you do it:
Step-by-step guide:
1. Prepare Your Crayons
* Gather old crayons that you no longer use, or any broken crayons.
* Peel off any paper wrappers from the crayons. This is important for melting them properly.2. Break the Crayons
* Break the crayons into smaller pieces. This will help them melt more evenly.3. Prepare Your Mold
* Choose a mold with the desired shape. Silicone molds are great for this, as they're flexible and allow for easy removal.
* You can use mini muffin tins, baking molds, or even silicone ice cube trays.4. Fill Your Molds
* Place the broken crayon pieces into the molds. You can mix colors or create single-color crayons.
* Make sure to not overfill the mold, otherwise, your custom crayons might not come out properly.5. Melt the Crayons
* Place the filled mold onto a baking sheet.
* Bake in the oven at a low temperature (around 200-250°F or 93-121°C) for about 10-15 minutes, or until the crayons are completely melted.
* **Important:** Have an adult handle the baking and removing of the molds from the oven.6. Cool the Crayons
* Allow the melted crayons to cool completely in the mold at room temperature. This will allow them to harden into the desired shape.
* According to the referenced video, after they have cooled, then you can push the crayons out of the mold.By following these steps you can easily make custom crayon shapes and enjoy the creative process. You can find more details on the process by viewing the video titled "Easy DIY Crayons Shapes" on YouTube.
