Tissue Paper Stained Glass Sun
What you need:
-
tissue paper cut into squares
-
adhesive contact paper (can be found at the Dollar or hardware store)
-
printout from below
-
2 pieces of construction paper or cardstock (we used yellow)
-
glue stick
-
scissors
-
glitter (optional)
-
painter’s tape (optional)
Preparation:
Optional: For inspiration, look at the art cards that show sunny weather or read a book about sun before starting the activity.
-
Print out template from “resources” section and cut construction paper. It’s easiest to fold the circle and construction paper in half when cutting.
-
Cut two pieces of adhesive contact paper.
-
Place tissue paper out in a tray or small basket.
-
Peel one adhesive paper piece and attach to one construction paper cut out.
-
Place on table with sticky side up, using painter’s tape to secure, if you wish.
First Presentation:
-
If you are adding glitter, sprinkle it on now.
-
“We are going to put the tissue paper on this sticky paper. Let’s cover all the clear space.”
-
“Your turn.”
-
Once the adhesive paper is covered, glue the other construction paper cut out onto the one with tissue paper.
-
Peel the second adhesive paper and stick it on (start with the top and smooth as you move down)
-
Trrim the outside leaving a border of adhesive paper.