15 Cool Melted Crayon Crafts That Will Make Your Day

There are only so many candles one could make from broken crayons before boring, am I right? It’s super fun and exciting at first, but when you’ve already filled your home with a rainbow of crayon candles, it’s a good idea to give something new and fresh a chance. That’s why when I came across these melted crayon crafts, no one could hold me back!

Surely after seeing these ideas, you’ll be wishing you had more broken crayons to play around with. But if you’re out of luck, maybe the kids will trade you some for a cookie or two.

From pretty picture frames to fancy pumpkins, these 15 melted crayon projects will surely melt your heart.

Creative Melted Crayon Crafts

1. DIY Candle

So, if you haven’t tried out this popular crayon craft before, I think it’s high time you jump right into it.

This is one of the simplest candles you could ever make and if it’s your first time at candle making, all you need is this. However, if you’d like to keep things simple and have one color block instead of this layered look, then it’s much easier to make.

But other than that, for this candle, you’ll need four different colored crayons, wax, wicks, and a bit of string, and don’t forget to grab a few popsicle sticks (but pencils will work too).

2. Decorated Pumpkin

via Crayola

Here’s a fun way to decorate a pumpkin for the Fall, Halloween, or even Thanksgiving that doesn’t entail cutting and dealing with the mess of carving a pumpkin.

All you’ll need is a few crayons, place them on top, and use a hairdryer to melt the crayons. Watch how amazing it turns out once the crayons melt and drip down.

Make sure to cover your work area with cloth or plastic sheets so you won’t have to worry about your furniture or floors getting messed up while making these pumpkins.

3. 3D Crayon Card

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These types of melted crayon crafts are a fantastic idea to have the kids join in on the fun. They’ll be thrilled to get their hands messy with this pretty heart-shaped 3D card for a special someone, be it their dad, friends, or family members.

Grab a votive for this project because you’ll need it to heat the crayons and drip them onto the cardstock.

4. DIY Ornaments

via augustjoystudios

You are looking for a cheap yet exclusive way to decorate your Christmas tree? Then these DIY ornaments will be the perfect project to get you started.

Here you’ll find two different styles of these gorgeous melted crayon ornaments where you’ll need a muffin tray and cupcake liners to heat them.

You could add two to three different color crayons and swirl them to get a marble effect or you could simply stick with one color to tint the clear ornaments. It’s really up to you!

5. Melted Crayon Necklace

via truebluemeandyou

This DIY necklace is sure to surprise you! It’s so easy to make and you’ll love how it turns out.

This is also a great way to upcycle an old necklace and turn it into something new.

6. Pretty Canvas Art

via thedecoratedcookie

Is one of your room walls looking a bit bare? This canvas art will add a stylish and modern touch to any room decor.

All it takes is lining up crayons and gluing them to the top of the canvas. Then you have to use a hair dryer to melt the crayons.

7. Easy Crayon Art

via schoolofdecorating

Here’s another easy canvas art that looks just as great as the one about. Instead, a few yellow and orange crayons are stuck to create a circle with the words ‘SHINE’ written in the center.

8. Wax Paper Heart

via gigglesgalore

This wax paper heart is great for kids and all it takes is melting different crayons to create this colorful look and cutting a heart shape from the wax paper.

9. Rain Drops Sun Catcher

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Looking to decorate a window or the front porch? You’ll need paper, string, and crayons to make this adorable sun catcher.

Personally, melted crayon crafts like this lantern are ideal for those rainy days or when boredom suddenly strikes and you’ve run out of ideas to keep you occupied.

10. Melted Crayon Lanterns

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I absolutely love this lantern. It’s perfect for Halloween and with the blend of white, black, and a bit of orange, it gives off a grungy vibe.

For this tutorial, you’ll need to shave the crayons first and cover the wax paper, then use printer paper to iron them down.

11. Green Pinecones

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If you’re short on new Christmas ornaments and decorations, you must try these amazing pinecones. The edges are dipped in green crayons but they also make fantastic fire starters.

12. Pencil Heart Toppers

via skiptomylou

Make boring pens and pencils look fabulous with this easy craft idea.

For this one, you’ll need a mold (you could try using the ones for making candy), chop a few pieces of crayon into that, and bake for at least 20 minutes.

Once it’s hard, pop them off and slide into the top of the pencils.

13. Mini Butterfly Canvas

This butterfly canvas art is perfect as a small thank-you gift or friendship gift. It’s a great way to pack a heartfelt saying into this compact piece that will surely have the receiver full of smiles.

14. Colorful Easter Eggs

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There are many ways to decorate an Easter egg but this one is a winner.

You can draw many different patterns and if you’re the kind who doesn’t like to use food coloring or dye kits, then this one will be perfect for you and the kids.

15. Crayon Playdough

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If you’re a mom, then I’m sure you know how quickly play dough runs out. The sad part about playdough, once it’s used, there’s no way to clean it out and reuse it.

But they do the job of keeping the kids busy so it’s great to have a batch around.

This particular recipe will show you how to make your homemade play dough using crayons, flour, vegetable oil, salt, and two other ingredients.