Mosaic Picture Frame

crayola supplies

Paint Brushes
Crayons
Washable Kid's Paint
No-Run School Glue

household supplies

recycled newspaper
paper towels
picture frame

Why

Children use their Crayola® Crayons again and again. Instead of throwing out the small pieces, recycle them into a picture-perfect frame that adds pizzazz to any photo.

Steps

1. Spread recycled newspaper over your work surface.
2. If you wish, first paint a plain, wooden picture frame with your favorite shade of Crayola Washable Kid's Paint and Crayola Paint Brushes. Dry.
3. Gather bits and pieces of Crayola Crayons. Take off the paper labels.
4. Lay the picture frame flat. Arrange your crayons and labels decoratively on top of the frame.
5. With Crayola School Glue, attach the pieces to the frame and/or the glass. Let the glue dry before adding a photo or your own art.

When & Where

"Thanks for a great gift idea that the kids can design."
- Lata V., craft leader.

"My kids love to peel crayons. We use both the labels and crayons for these great frames."
- Candace H., mom of kids ages 8 to 12.

Interesting Info

Did you know that typical children use more than 700 crayons by the time they are 10 years old?

Safety Guidelines

Crayola Washable Paints—Not for use as body/face paint.

Mirrors, Picture Frames, and Plant Pots—Close adult supervision is required when children use craft materials that could shatter or break. Handheld mirrors, picture frames with glass, ceramic pots, and similar breakable items may be used only by children 8 years and older. For children 7 years and younger, use unbreakable materials such as wood or sturdy plastic picture frames, unbreakable mirrors, and plant pots that will not shatter into sharp edges.