Kite Suncatcher Craft: How to Make This Colorful Project
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This kite suncatcher craft is a simple way to celebrate spring and more with your kids.
With only three supplies, your children will have so much fun making a colorful suncatcher that catches the sunlight and adds a pop of fun to your windows. It's also a fantastic project for providing your students with ways to develop important fine motor skills while they cut, color, and glue their way to a beautiful decoration.
Whether you're homeschooling, spending time with your little ones, or looking for a quick activity to enjoy with your classroom or library group, this spring craft is an easy win. I'm sharing my tips on making this kite craft plus creative ideas for how to use your kite suncatchers.
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Simple Craft to Brighten Your Day
Want to enjoy a creative project with your kids that is mess-free? Maybe you'd like a spring craft for kids that's easy and budget-friendly? Perhaps you're looking for ideas that get your students involved in making decorations that bring smiles to all?
Well, this easy kite suncatcher craft is an excellent option for all of those things and more!
My boys and I live in western Pennsylvania. And our winters can feel so long! As much as we enjoy outdoor winter activities, we all look forward to warmer temperatures and watching everything unfold as spring gets near. Once March comes, we crave brighter colors and spring themes!
Our homeschool room (a.k.a. dining room) has three large windows that we frequently look out as we go about our homeschool day. I've found that decorating those windows with homemade projects can be wonderful motivators. Window markers have always been fun tools, especially for practicing math and handwriting skills. And cute window decorations, like this kite suncatcher craft, have been top picks!
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Suggested Supplies for This Colorful Craft
I have some awesome news for you: This kite craft only uses three materials. Plus, it's relatively mess-free so just right for those days when you need an activity that requires no big clean-up.
If you want your kite suncatcher to look the example in this tutorial, simply follow the steps. You can also use different colors of tissue paper (even rainbow!) for a custom kite.
To make this kids' craft, here's a list of the recommended materials:
- Black, Red, and Yellow Construction Paper
- Origami or Tissue Paper
- Contact Paper
- Glue
- Scissors
Prang (Formerly SunWorks) Construction Paper, 10 Assorted Colors, 9Olivo Clear Contact Paper Roll for Books Crafts 17.5 in x 10 ft Peel and Stick Adhesive Book Cover Plastic ProtectorOcean Tides Tissue Paper for Gift Bags - 100 Sheets Colored Tissue Paper for Packaging & Crafts - Gift Wrapping Tissue Paper, Assorted Multicolor Gift Wrapping Tissue Paper Sheets - 14 x 20 Inches
How to Make This Kite Suncatcher
01
Make the kite frame
Cut black construction paper into a diamond/kite shape.
02
Prepare paper squares
Cut squares from various colors of origami or tissue paper.
03
Add contact paper to frame and apply paper squares
Lay a sheet of contact paper sticky side up and apply to the kite shape.
Cover the area inside the kite with the different colored squares.
04
Cut out kite tail pieces
Cut a long rectangle (or paper strip) for the tail and several bowtie shapes for the bows.
05
Complete frame
Use scissors to trim off the excess contact paper from around the black kite frame.
05
Add bows and tail
Glue the bows to the tail and the tail to the kite to the bottom of the kite.
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Frequently Asked Questions About This Kite Craft
This craft is great for kids of all ages, but it works especially well for preschool and elementary-aged children. Younger kids may need assistance with cutting. Older children can enjoy the full process and even add extra details.
For extra durability, consider laminating the kite suncatcher after it’s made. You can also use cardstock instead of construction paper.
While the basic materials are simple, you can add fun details like glitter, stickers, or ribbons to make your kite suncatcher even more special! You could also experiment with textured materials (like fabric) for a unique look.
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Fun Ways to Use Your Kite Suncatcher
This activity is a fun, hands-on project for spring. It's also amazing for creative rainy day fun, screen-free time, Kite Flying Day (February 8), and just because. A few more ideas for when to make this kite craft are:
- Spring theme in your classroom
- Library event (pair it with a kite-themed book)
- Homeschool co-op
- Brain break
- Party decorations
Have more fun with kites with these books and other resources:
Curious George Flies a KiteKite Day: A Bear and Mole StoryLet's Fly a Kite (MathStart 2)
⭐ WooHoo! Now that you have these ideas and directions on making this kite suncatcher craft, do you have any questions for me? And what ideas do you have for making and using this suncatcher? Please share in the comments area at the bottom of this post!