Don’t you just hate a sticky summer rainy day? I’m not talking about a refreshing summer rain. I’m talking about the rain that drops down while the temperature stays up. That leaves the air so thick with humidity, but leaves you still so sticky and hot.
I can see today’s going to be one of those sticky summer rainy days. The thermometer’s reading above 80 before 8AM. But no sunshine in sight. Just dull clouds and a Facebook notification telling me to stay dry, rain is in the forecast.
So we’re staying indoors. Keeping the air conditioning buzzing and looking for anything to remind of the summer sunshine we love.
Bring on Some Suncatcher Craft Ideas for Kids!
A rainy summer day is the perfect summer day to crowd out the gloomy view in the window with some colorful suncatcher crafts. Here are some of my favorite suncatcher craft ideas for kids, in case you’re missing the sunshine on a rainy day, too…
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21 Suncatcher Craft Ideas for Kids – Bring Sun to a Rainy Day
Stained Glass Glue Suncatchers – It can’t get much easier than this DIY suncatcher using a painted colorful glue technique. (via Pink Stripey Socks)
Raindrop Suncatchers – The pretty raindrop theme of this suncatcher craft will help your kids see the beauty in the rain. (via Pre-K Pages)
Mosaic Suncatcher Craft – The tissue paper mosaic technique used to make this mosaic suncatcher is easy enough for even the youngest of crafters. (via Kids Craft Room)
Flower Petal Suncatcher Craft – This suncatcher craft uses a similar technique, but substitutes real flower petals for the tissue paper. Beautiful! (via Craftulate)
Melted Bead Suncatchers – The kids will need some help with the melting, but will love stringing the beads and making patterns for these melted bead suncatchers. (via The Nerd’s Wife)
Daffodil Suncatchers – With a little prep from mom, even toddlers can make these super-pretty daffodil shaped suncatchers. (via Fun at Home with Kids)
Easy Rainbow Suncatcher Craft – Explore a little basic color theory with the littles with this easy peasy rainbow suncatcher craft. (via Hands on as We Grow)
Silly Monster Suncatchers – The kids will get a giggle out of the silly monster theme and googly eyes of this suncatcher craft. (via I Heart Arts n Crafts)
Mosaic Fish Suncatcher Craft – How about this fish-themed mosaic suncatcher craft for your little sea creature fan? (via ABC Creative Learning)
Giant Shark Suncatcher Project – Or maybe your sea creature fan is more into sharks? If so, she’ll love this GIANT one she can make right on the window. (via And Next Comes L)
Cute Ladybug & Leaf Suncatchers – If bugs are more your kiddo’s style, make some of these adorable ladybug and leaf suncatchers instead. (via Here Come the Girls Blog)
Firefly Suncatchers – Here’s another adorable insect themed suncatcher craft the kids are sure to get a kick out of. (via I Heart Arts n Crafts)
Crystal Science Suncatchers – This suncatcher activity adds a little science learning to the kids’ rainy day indoors. (via Babble Dabble Do)
Circles Suncatcher Summer Craft – This easy summer craft is perfect to include in a preschool unit about circles! (via B-Inspired Mama)
Easy Glass and Glue Suncatchers – Making glass suncatchers isn’t out of the question for kids. Try this glass suncatcher tutorial that uses glass gems and glue. (via Suzy’s Sitcom)
Coffee Filter Umbrella Suncatcher Craft – Check out this colorful suncatcher craft with an umbrella theme perfect for a rainy day! (via Sunny with a Chance of Sprinkles)
Simple Faux Stained Glass SunCatchers – Let the little one’s experiment with making a stained glass effect with this super simple suncatcher craft. (via Buggy and Buddy)
Cute Pinata Suncatchers – Add in some multicultural learning with this Pinata themed suncatcher craft for kids. (via Inner Child Fun)
Sweet Sun Shaped Suncatcher – No sunshine? No problem! Make your own like this super sweet sun shaped suncatcher. (via Rainy Day Mum)
Homemade Nature Suncatcher Wind Chimes – This clever kids craft integrates nature-filled suncatchers into a cool wind chime craft, too! (via Hands on as We Grow)
Cute Suncatcher Kite Craft – And this one integrates colorful suncatchers into a seriously cute kite craft. (via ABC Creative Learning)
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Mehwish says
I love your ideas thankyou