Contrary to popular belief, crayons aren't just for kids' coloring books. They can actually make a very versatile crafting material! That's right - you can use crayons to create candles, Christmas ornaments and even art worthy of showcasing prominently in your home.
So before you toss out the broken bits of old crayons cluttering your little one's desk drawer, keep reading for some great ways to reuse them. We've put together a list of creative ways you can use crayons to create something beautiful! And no, none of these projects involve coloring books!
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1. Hidden watercolor designs
Use a white crayon to draw a hidden pattern on a piece of blank paper. Then, use watercolors to paint on top of your design to reveal your hidden art! This is a fun project for kids, or you can use this technique to make a stunning piece of art worthy of being framed.
Use a white crayon to draw a hidden pattern on a piece of blank paper. Then, use watercolors to paint on top of your design to reveal your hidden art! This is a fun project for kids, or you can use this technique to make a stunning piece of art worthy of being framed.
2. Ombre crayon letter
This project would make an adorable addition to any nursery and would also make a memorable teacher gift! Find the instructions over at Craft Cuts.
This project would make an adorable addition to any nursery and would also make a memorable teacher gift! Find the instructions over at Craft Cuts.
3. Crayon drip art
This project makes a colorful statement piece on a low budget. Arrange crayons on a canvas in whatever design you'd like - we love this straight line look, but a heart would look neat, too. Using a hot glue gun, secure them to the canvas and use a heat gun to create the dripping effect. Get the tutorial here.
This project makes a colorful statement piece on a low budget. Arrange crayons on a canvas in whatever design you'd like - we love this straight line look, but a heart would look neat, too. Using a hot glue gun, secure them to the canvas and use a heat gun to create the dripping effect. Get the tutorial here.
4. Recycled dinosaur crayons
Make crayons more fun for your kiddos by making them into fun shapes, like dinosaurs or animals using a silicone candy mold. This is a great way to recycle old broken crayons instead of tossing them into the trash! Rust and Sunshine shows us how to make them.
Make crayons more fun for your kiddos by making them into fun shapes, like dinosaurs or animals using a silicone candy mold. This is a great way to recycle old broken crayons instead of tossing them into the trash! Rust and Sunshine shows us how to make them.
5. Swirly Easter eggs
After hard-boiling your eggs, use a crayon to draw a swirly design while the egg is still hot. This will cause the crayon to melt and will create a super unique look. This may be your new favorite Easter egg technique! Head to Jenna Burger for the full tutorial.
After hard-boiling your eggs, use a crayon to draw a swirly design while the egg is still hot. This will cause the crayon to melt and will create a super unique look. This may be your new favorite Easter egg technique! Head to Jenna Burger for the full tutorial.
6. Melted crayon pumpkin
For a super creative fall decoration, follow this tutorial from Heathered Nest where you're walked through all the steps for this unique and surprisingly simple project!
For a super creative fall decoration, follow this tutorial from Heathered Nest where you're walked through all the steps for this unique and surprisingly simple project!
7. Color block candles
Use your kiddo's old crayons and broken bits to create beautiful color block candles by following this tutorial from Brit + Co.
Use your kiddo's old crayons and broken bits to create beautiful color block candles by following this tutorial from Brit + Co.
8. Wishing stones
This tutorial from Artful Parent walks you through the steps to making wish stones using river rocks. Heat them up in the oven and use crayons to draw on the hot rocks. This makes a meaningful gift for a friend who could use some extra wishes and is a fun project for kiddos.
This tutorial from Artful Parent walks you through the steps to making wish stones using river rocks. Heat them up in the oven and use crayons to draw on the hot rocks. This makes a meaningful gift for a friend who could use some extra wishes and is a fun project for kiddos.
9. Melted crayon Christmas ornaments
When it comes to the holidays, homemade Christmas ornaments are simply the best! This tutorial from Instructables shows you how to use the leftover chunks of crayons in your kiddo's drawer to create beautiful ornaments that you'll love hanging on your tree year after year.
When it comes to the holidays, homemade Christmas ornaments are simply the best! This tutorial from Instructables shows you how to use the leftover chunks of crayons in your kiddo's drawer to create beautiful ornaments that you'll love hanging on your tree year after year.
10. Crayon stained glass
Using crayon shavings, wax paper and an iron (along with a few other materials), you and your young ones can create a beautiful faux stained glass that catches light just like the real thing. Follow the instructions over at eHow.
Using crayon shavings, wax paper and an iron (along with a few other materials), you and your young ones can create a beautiful faux stained glass that catches light just like the real thing. Follow the instructions over at eHow.
11. Crayon play dough
Make your own play dough using crayons to give it the right hue. You'll want to make several batches of all different colors, so start saving up those old crayons now, and bookmark this tutorial from The OT Toolbox so you have the instructions ready!
Make your own play dough using crayons to give it the right hue. You'll want to make several batches of all different colors, so start saving up those old crayons now, and bookmark this tutorial from The OT Toolbox so you have the instructions ready!
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