This is a fairly quick and easy Pentecost craft that actually looks pretty nice once finished. First, cut out the inside of two frames (we used cardstock). Next, lay a piece of wax paper on the table and trace the inside of the frame onto the paper with a crayon. Cover the inside of the tracing with clear glue. Let the children cover the glue with torn bits of colorful tissue paper to make a stained glass look. When the entire area is covered place a second piece of wax paper on top of the tissue paper side. Lightly iron both sides of the wax paper to seal the tissue paper in and brighten the colors showing through. Cut the wax paper to fit the frames. Glue or tape one of the frames to each side, being careful to line them up. Cut out two of the dove or flame shapes, whichever you choose. Glue one on each side. Make sure to line them up. Now, punch a couple of holes in the top of the page, run a ribbon through them and hang in a sunny window. You now have a Pentecost stained glass suncatcher craft.
Don't forget to read the Pentecost story Acts 2:1-4.
We also celebrate with Pentecost cupcakes. We bake the cupcakes, funfetti flavor in our case. To make an interesting frosting just mix a box of cherry falvored jello mix with a can of white frosting and add some red food coloring for an extra bright red color. Red is the color associated with the Holy Spirit. Top with red and orange sprinkles or make tongues of flame by cutting and shaping fruit roll ups and gently place them on top of the cupcakes. My children enjoyed these crafts and now we have the stained glass windows to admire for weeks to come. I hope your family enjoys them as well. If you try the craft or cupcakes, please post and let me know how they turn out and if you made any modifications. It is always nice to have options! Have a blessed Pentecost and may the Holy Spirit shine upon you.
