Author: If you’re looking for a simple but meaningful Easter craft to try with the kids, this cross suncatcher craft is one of our absolute favorites. It’s one of those easy go-to activities we come back to every year because it’s quick to set up, fun to make, and looks so beautiful once it’s finished.
There’s something really special about a cross suncatcher hanging in the window, especially when the sunlight shines through and brings all those colors to life. It gives that lovely stained glass effect you might see in a cathedral, but in a way that’s totally doable at home with just a few basic supplies.
Materials for your Easter Cross Suncatcher
You only need a handful of simple materials to make this suncatcher craft, which makes it perfect for a relaxed afternoon at home.
Tissue paper is what creates that glowing stained glass look, and construction paper helps give your cross suncatcher a bold outline. You’ll also need contact paper or tape to hold everything in place, plus scissors for cutting your shapes.
How to Make a Cross Suncatcher
This Easter cross suncatcher is really easy for kids to put together, and it’s a great mix of creativity and hands-on fun. You can keep it simple or let kids experiment with lots of different colors and patterns.
This suncatcher technique can be used for any shape, just change up the template and you have a whole new craft for each season. That’s why it’s one of our favorites!
Check out our rainbow suncatcher and butterfly suncatcher versions too.
Here’s how to make your own cross suncatcher for an Easter window display.
Cut the cross template out from construction paper. If you use black it gives it that classic stained glass window effect so I personally think this is the best color to use.
Our template has all the different sections to give it the stained glass cathedral window look.
Cut squares from the tissue papers.
You can pick any colors you like best and get creative here.
Attach contact paper to the cross outline and then attach the tissue papers until you covered the entire template.
Cut the excess contact paper from the template then turn it over and it’s ready to display in the window.
Why We Love This Cross Suncatcher Craft
This cross suncatcher craft is one of those activities that just works for all ages. Younger kids love sticking down the tissue paper, while older kids can take more time arranging colors and creating their own designs. It’s great for building fine motor skills for all ages.
It’s also a lovely way to bring in the meaning of Easter. The cross is such an important symbol, and making something like this gives you a natural opportunity to talk about what Easter represents in a simple, age-appropriate way.
And once it’s finished, it doubles as decoration. Hang your Easter cross suncatcher in a sunny window and watch how the light shines through the tissue paper, creating that soft stained glass look. It really brightens up your home in such a cheerful way.
We have a whole bunch more crafts and activities around having a Jesus focused Easter, check out some of our ideas like this He is Risen craft, the classic jellybean prayer, Easter story snack mix or Easter stained glass cookies.
Download the Free Cross Suncatcher Template PDF
To make this craft even easier, we’ve included a free cross suncatcher template for you to use. Just print it out, cut it, and you’re ready to start decorating.
Using a template also helps keep the shape nice and even, especially if you’re making several at once for a group of kids or a classroom activity.
Grab the cross outline template below.
A Simple and Meaningful Easter Activity
If you’re planning Easter crafts this year, this is definitely one to add to your list. It’s easy, low-mess, and doesn’t need lots of supplies, which makes it ideal for busy days.
We love crafts like this because they feel calm and creative, but still meaningful. It’s not just about making something pretty, it’s about spending time together and creating something that connects to the Easter season in a gentle, thoughtful way.
More Easter Crafts to Try
If you enjoyed this cross suncatcher craft, there are so many other Easter crafts and activities you can try at home. From bunny crafts to Easter egg suncatchers and simple paper crafts, there’s no shortage of ideas to keep kids busy and creative.
More Christian Easter Ideas
As I did mention earlier, If you’re looking to keep the focus on the meaning of Easter, there are so many simple and meaningful crafts and activities you can try with kids. From cross crafts and Bible-based printables to storytelling and hands-on projects, it’s a great way to gently explore the Easter story together while still having fun and getting creative at home.
- Free Printable Christian Easter Gift Tags
- Christian Easter Activity Pack (6 Pages!)
- Easter Bible Trivia Printable Activity for Kids and Families
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