How to Make Melted Crayon Art

Melted crayon art is an easy and fun thing to do for those artistic adventurers out there. It's so simple, yet the end result can be stunning.

Edit Steps

1. Gather your supplies. You will need a canvas (your choice of size), crayons (your choice depending on the size of the canvas), a hot glue gun, and a hair/blow dryer. You'll probably want to lay newspaper or an old t-shirt or blanket under the canvas in case the wax splatters.


2. Sort the crayons out. Sort depending on what you want. A rainbow is a popular design, so if you choose it, place the crayons in the order of the rainbow. Some people order their crayons lightest to darkest, others use different shades of the same colour. The arrangement is totally up to you.


3. Hot glue each crayon in order on the top of your canvas. Some people keep the wrappers on and some take them off, but either way works.


4. Slant the canvas so that the wax will drip (a common idea is to lean it against a wall).


5. Use your blow dryer and blow the crayons. It's best to point the blow dryer downwards so that the wax will drip. Take note that this will get messy! However, it doesn't really matter how messy it gets, as long as your newspapers are laid out correctly.


6. When done, sit it out and let it dry!


7. Display your artwork! Hang it up on the wall, post it on Facebook or Tumblr, call over a family member. Show your creativity to the world! They'll love it! The kids will too!

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Edit Tips

• Some people write words on the canvas and let the colors drip through. Common words: imagination, innovate, create, swag, etc.


• Set the blow dryer on high while blowing to speed the melting.


• Bring over a towel or a rag, just in case the newspapers aren't enough.

Edit Warnings

• Make sure not to get it on furniture or carpet as it will be extremely difficult to remove.


• Be careful not to touch your art right after, as you will most likely burn yourself.

Edit Things You'll Need

• Canvas


• Crayons


• Hot glue gun


• Hair/blow dryer


• Old clothing

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