Create this beautiful Chinese New Year Suncatcher craft using our templates, featuring two traditional Chinese lanterns, a gold nugget, and a gold coin. This project is perfect for brightening up your windows and adding festive cheer to your space.

This craft is easy to complete with just scissors, tissue paper, and contact paper or a laminating sheet. The clear step-by-step instructions make it simple for students and families to create together. For a full walkthrough, check out the project instructions in this blog post.

Hands-on learning comes to life with this project, as cutting and assembling the suncatchers promotes fine motor skills and sparks creativity. Beyond individual skill-building, this activity encourages collaborative fun, fostering a sense of community and shared accomplishment whether in a classroom or at home.

Creating a suncatcher also connects children to nature by allowing them to explore how light interacts with their creations. The natural sunlight illuminating their art can inspire curiosity about the world around them. For even more hands-on Chinese New Year crafts, check out:

Design Your Own Lantern
DIY Lucky Red Envelopes
My Lucky Minibook
Chinese New Year 2D Lantern

Let this craft be a creative way to honor tradition, celebrate togetherness, and bring a touch of nature into your space this Chinese New Year! Include Traditional and Simplified Chinese versions.