A DIY Beaded Suncatcher Is A Perfect Decor Project For Both Kids And Adults

Decorating your home doesn't always have to consist of high-end or expensive items. DIYing décor with friends or your kids can add an authentic touch to your space, and it's also an excellent way to boost your mental health. For example, lay in the sun and make a DIY beaded suncatcher that will bring some sparkle into your home. Suncatchers are reflective ornaments made from beads or stained glass. When the sun hits the different materials, the light and various colors disperse throughout the room — you'll see them along the walls, ceilings, floors, and doors.

In addition, suncatchers are used in feng shui practices in the home to balance energy and create a harmonious space. They're perfect for attracting good energy and cleansing out bad. They also generally can make your home feel more zen and beautiful, which will uplift your mood every time you see it. As mentioned, you can DIY a beaded suncatcher with your kids or peers and have one to hang in every room to bring in colorful light and positive vibes. Here's how to make one.

Whether you're looking to add personalized décor to your home or need a fun activity to do with your kids, DIYing beaded suncatchers are the perfect two-in-one project. You'll need pliers, jewelry wire, string, and beads. You can use crystal, colorful, or transparent beads, depending on your preference. Crystal and transparent beads cast the most light, but colorful beads will add flecks of color to your space.

First, use your pliers to bend the jewelry wire into a shape, like a circle, heart, or diamond. When you're making the shape, don't close it completely; instead, twist one of the ends to prevent the beads from falling off. Then, place your beads one at a time through the open end. As you put on the beads, tie a piece of string between every other bead. You can then add additional beads to the strings, so that they're hanging from the jewelry wire shape. Secure the beads on the string by tying knots to keep them from falling. Once you're done, connect the two ends of the jewelry wire with a string to keep everything together. Finally, hang your suncatcher from a hook by a window and watch how it catches and reflects the sunlight.

Displaying suncatchers in your home creates a peaceful ambiance filled with color and light. If you have a room that lacks light, but has one area where the sun hits, placing the suncatcher in that spot will illuminate the rest of the space. Since there are different styles of suncatchers, display a unique one in each room. For example, hang a crystal-beaded suncatcher in the kitchen and a stained glass suncatcher in the living room. They'll reflect lots of color throughout your house.

We mentioned a couple of different types of suncatchers made from beads and stained glass. You can DIY stained glass suncatchers using picture frames. All you need are glass stain paints in your favorite colors and silver leading to add a border to each color. Hang your painted frames with small suction cups and hooks from your window or ceiling to showcase your art. These DIYs are the perfect daytime activity to share with friends or your kids to help develop creative skills and allow bonding time.