Wishing Window

What you need

  • Scissors

  • Permanent markers

  • Coloured cellophane

  • A container for water

  • Dish detergent

  • A paint roller, sponge or chux

What to do

  1. Choose a window for your wishes

  2. Cut the cellophane into pieces

  3. Use permanent markers to write or draw your wishes on the cellophane pieces – What do you wish to be? What do you wish you could do? Make a wish for the world or for somebody you love...

  4. Mix a strong, soapy solution of water and dish detergent

  5. Apply the soap mix to the window

  6. Stick your colourful wishes on the soapy window and see the light shine through!

Notes

  • Tape cellophane to a table for easier writing

  • Overlap your wishes to see the colours blend

  • Look for colourful patches of reflected light on the walls!

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