Markered Mirrors

crayola supplies

Window Markers

household supplies

mirror
paper towels
water
picture frame (optional)

Why

Jazz up mirrors. Make dazzling picture frames. With colorful Crayola® Washable Window Markers you can change designs whenever you wish.

Steps

1. Could you spruce up a mirror in your house with seasonal or fanciful borders? Or could you transform a plain picture with a decorative edge inside the frame? Check with an adult before you start to make Markered Mirrors.
2. Think up ways to brighten mirrors or picture frames. Some suggestions: Surround a mirror with "Happy Birthday" for a morning surprise. Create holiday decorations such as hearts for Valentine's Day. Draw a string of colored lights for Christmas. Add an "I love you" border around your picture for a gift. Repeat or embellish designs from nearby wallpaper or clothing in a picture.
3. Use Crayola Washable Window Markers to draw a colorful border around the edge of your mirror or on the glass inside your picture frame.
4. When you are ready for a change of scene, just wipe with a damp paper towel and make a new design.

When & Where

"I woke up to bright, happy birthday decorations around my children's school pictures. They made my day!"
- Janelle F., mother of ages 9 and 11.

"Late in the winter, the boys decorated our mirrors with birds and bicycles. Spring seems so much closer now."
- Duncan Y., dad of sons ages 8 and 10.

Interesting Info

Feng Shui, an ancient Chinese art and science which examines natural and created environments has been practiced for thousands of years. Feng Shui uses mirrors to help effect positive changes in a practitioner's lifestyle by directing energy.

Safety Guidelines

Adult Assistance is required for this arts & crafts project.

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.