Valentine’s Day is right around the corner and this year my boys and I have gotten an early start on handouts for school. Here’s what my oldest and I made for his friends.
The idea of melting down crayons has been floating around the internet so we decided to give it a try.
We made some heart crayons, adhered them to some printed cut out paper, then packaged them in little celephane bags with some polka dot printed tape (from Michael’s) to close them up.
To really personalize them we added my son’s picture on the back with his name made on Picnik (my favorite photo editing website which is closing in April…DA*%$@!).
Here’s the details:
I found these Silicone trays at Target for $2.50 (for two) in the dollar section.
We then broke up some old crayons and filled them full in the trays.
Bake at 225 degrees for 10-15 minutes.
Be very careful when you remove from the oven!
Let them cool completely then pop them out.
I made a personalized circle tag to attach them to which you can download below.
I used a 2 1/2 inch circle punch to cut mine out but I’ve also added a few different versions with the circle outline in case you want to use scissors.
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I then took a picture of my son and used my circle punch to cut out his face for a little more fun and personalization.
Here are the punches I used found at any craft store.
These repurposed crayons are so fun to use. Also a great alternative to the tons of candy they’ll be getting.
More tomorrow!
Hey there! I’m Michelle; I’m an Passionate DIY’er and in constant pursuit of how to bring beauty to my house full of men (3 boys + 1 hubby). Stick around and see what I’ve got up my hard-working sleaves!
What a fun project! I think your wrapping is the best part! Also, I love when you post lately because I’ve missed you and your fun ideas!
What a fun and easy project. I even have those ice cube trays already.
Turned out great! I’ve been tossing around this idea too. Actually grabbed the same heart shaped silicone trays from Target.
Thanks for sharing!
Can’t wait to see all the results from your painting this weekend:)!
Kim http://www.plumberrypie.blogspot.com
So fun, I saw a smilar idea on pinterest. We will be trying this for V-day!
I love this and will be doing this for my sons’ VDay parties. 🙂
lovely proyect!!!!
Ok, seriously cute idea! I might have to try this. Thanks for the step by step and printables!
Super cute! I am sure they will be a hit!
I love this! It is such a great idea…I wish that you had been around in the days when I was room mother at school…thanks for sharing.
these are too cute! i may have missed it, but are the crayons actually attached to the paper somehow?
what a cute, lovely idea! Thank you so much for sharing :*
XoXo
Plami
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oh my goodness, Too cute!!! I Your children are ADORABLE!
Awesome project! Thanks for sharing!
I tried this and the ice cube trays melted slightly and gave off a noxious odor! Instead, I used heart shaped silicone baking cups from Michael’s, and they worked nicely without the stinky smell. Fun project!
Can you tell me how you got the crayon to attach to the paper. I have tried hot glue gun and crafters tacky glue i was going to try super glue next
I’m having the same problem! My crayons are not attaching to the paper with hot glue, it’s melting the crayon. What did you use to attach it to the paper?
Thanks for the idea! We made these last night and had so much fun! Just blogged about it and linked to you. 🙂
Cuuuute!!! Love it. 🙂