I am always looking for a fun classroom craft, especially the week before winter break, when students are getting a bit restless. These Shrinky Dinks bookmarks might be one of my favorite projects! Shrinky Dinks bring back some fond childhood memories, and even as an adult I am still a bit obsessed with this “magical” plastic. If you’re looking for a fun winter/holiday craft that your students will love and that won’t cost you very much money, then this is definitely the project for you. Oh, and did I mention that it will keep your students engaged and silent for at least an hour and a half? During the week of school before the holidays, that is priceless in my book. You can get the templates and instructions for free {HERE}.
Supplies:
• Frosted Ruff N’ Ready Shrinky Dinks- These come 10 sheets to a pack and you’ll need a half of a sheet for each student. One pack costs about $6 at your craft store (even less if you use the ever-abundant 40% coupons).
• extra fine-tip Sharpies
• colored pencils
• cording- This can be found at your craft store as well. It is usually near the beads and is either made out of bamboo or hemp.
1. Using painters tape, secure the Shrinky Dinks sheets (frosted side up) over the bookmark design and trace with an extra fine-tip Sharpie.
