To melt crayons in ornaments, break crayon pieces inside a clear ornament and then use a heat source, like a hair dryer, to melt them.
Here’s a more detailed breakdown of the process:
- Prepare Your Materials: You'll need clear plastic or glass ornaments, crayons (various colors for desired effect), and a heat source (hair dryer on its hottest setting).
- Break the Crayons: Peel the paper off the crayons and break them into small pieces. The smaller the pieces, the faster they will melt.
- Fill the Ornament: Place the broken crayon pieces inside the ornament. The amount of crayon will determine how opaque the final design is.
- Melt the Crayons: Use a hair dryer on its hottest setting. Aim the airflow directly into the opening of the ornament, focusing on the crayon pieces. Rotate the ornament as the crayons melt to distribute the melted wax evenly across the inside surface.
- Cool and Harden: Once the inside of the ornament is coated to your liking, allow the ornament to cool completely. The melted crayon will harden, creating a colorful design.
- Finishing Touches: Add a ribbon or ornament hanger to complete the project.
