Galt, Suncatcher Keyrings, Suncatcher Kits for Kids, Ages 6
Galt, Suncatcher Keyrings, Suncatcher Kits for Kids, Ages 6 Years Plus
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| Dimensions: | 15.5 x 3.5 x 26.5 cm; 189 g |
| Model: | 1005440 |
| Material: | Plastic |
| Colour: | Multi-color |
| Pack Quantity: | 4 |
| Batteries Required: | No |
| Age: | 6 – 10 years |
| Assembly: | No |
| Dimensions: | 15.5 x 3.5 x 26.5 cm; 189 g |
| Material: | Plastic |
| Quantity: | 4 |
I brought these as a last min gift after completely forgetting a friends daughters birthday… arrived on her actual birthday, thank the stars for next day delivery… she loved them, the sun capture was her favourite, they spent hours making pretty gifts very easy to use with minimal mess.
I purchased this to gift to a 5 year old. It looks uncomplicated and doesn’t have too many steps so she won’t get bored half way through.
Packaging is easy to get into and the paint tubes are just the right size for little hands.
My 8 and 11 year old niece and nephew had fun making these on a recent visit. They said they would like more in the pack, please!
The squeezy paint was much better than previous similar kits we’ve used that need a paintbrush – it gave a much thicker coverage of paint. The beads and sequins add an extra element, too.
Sometimes with these kits the photos give a slightly unrealistic expectation of what the end result will look like – it’s very tricky to make it quite as neat, especially for kids, but they are happy so all is good!
This pack contains all that is needed to complete the four suncatchers. Although the product details suggested they were suitable for children aged 6+ we have a four year-old who is very keen on drawing, painting, glueing — in fact anything crafty. I offered her the pack and she was delighted and spent ages sticking, colouring and adding beads and sequins. Then she had the big decision of who she was going to give the keyrings to..
The activity was a bit messy and needed some adult supervision but was a big success.
An ideal pack to have available for suitable moments.
Good value as it contains everything you need.
This lovely little set would make a great present for a birthday party. My 7-year-old son and his friend that-is-a-girl (not girlfriend) sat quite happily for the best part of an hour sharing the set together, and they both thoroughly enjoyed it. There’s 4 plastic suncatcher shapes included, along with 4 squeezy tubes of paint, some beads, sequins and 4 keyrings.
I received this suncatcher activity set for free as part of the Amazon Vine Programme.
This was such a fun activity to do with my nieces! The set comes with everything you need and the shapes and colours were so fun! We all had a great time making a sun catcher each and this is a perfect activity for the holidays and for a great price too!
This is a great little set for an arts and crafts lover. My daughter loves it and could do it with little help. The finished products looked great too. Good value for money.
My daughter hasn’t quite learned what ‘less is more’ means
This set should contain all that is required to create 4 nice suncatcher keyrings. It might have been nice to have had suckers to fix them to a window, but instead they contain chains to add them to a keyset or bag (seems to be fashionable at the moment to accessorize).
My 6 year old daughter was left to her own devices (with an apron on!) and did the keychain quietly concentrating on what she was doing. The instructions are OK, they even suggest putting down a piece of paper to catch the glitter pieces for re-use.
The set has 4 acrylic surrounds which are nice pictures. They have raised edges and ridges (where the black is) which allows one to put in a puddle (or in my daughter’s case, a lake) of the supplied paints. There appears to be a decent amount of paint (we haven’t done them all yet – spreading out the fun, but it looks like there should be some paint left over). Once you have created your lake of paint then you can sprinkle on some of the accessorizing glitter or beads. The glitter pieces are not standard squares, but are little hearts etc. which make them even more fun.
The glitter sticks well into the solidified paint and to my daughter’s eye has made some very fetching accessories.
The paint was easy for my 6 year old daughter to squeeze out. There was one issue with one of the tubes that it opened completely rather than with the nozzle when it was unscrewed. This involved 5 minutes of me rotating the nozzle out of the cap with a scalpel. Otherwise the activity continued without much need for me an adult _needing_ to be involved (your mileage may vary).
If you are looking for something to fill some time in at the summer holidays, or as a small gift/filler, then I think this is a great set.
You get everything you need is in the kit to get started, with bits and bobs to make four sun catcher keyrings.
In the box you get the four unadorned plastic sun catcher shapes, four colouring pens, four clips with keyrings, and four little packets with sparkly goodness. The shapes are probably designed to match the stereotypical interests for both boys and girls, with a rainbow and mermaid tail, plus a planet and a dinosaur. As a woman, that’s right, a grown woman who wanted these to do while recovering from major surgery, I’m quite fond of the dinosaur!
There’s no real negatives for me here apart from one small thing. Everything in my box was in good shape, but the only thing I’d say about this is the packaging; things were loose inside the box and could have easily been damaged, so having it better organised and protected inside would be better.
The set is a brilliant idea for creativity and fun, but also so you get quite a cool end product. They’re described as sun catcher keyrings but I think that you could use them as keyrings or even stick them on the window if you wanted to. There’s a little hole at the top of each plastic design where the keyring chain goes through, so you could attach a little string and pop that on a sticky hook in the window.
The kit is quite basic and yet the contents are better than your standard budget craft kits for kids, and I’d say it’s a good price at 6.99 (at the time of writing). I really like what you get and I think the packets of glitter and sparkles is a fab idea to set it apart from the crowd a little. The quality is good, everything works well, and it can provide a lot of entertainment and fun for kids (or adults!) It’s a brilliant set that sparks some creativity and imagination, with the finished products being items that can be used and cherished rather than binned and forgotten about.
Everything you need to create colourful sun catchers in included in this set.
The designs are attractive and will appeal to both girls and boys. The paint is bright and sticks well to the sun catchers, making them instantly bright and colourful.
They are easy to make and look lovely when they are finished.
This is a great set.
It’s suitable for boys and girls, the designs are lovely, and the finished items genuinely look great.
Some parts are a bit fiddly and might need a bit of adult (or older child) help, but the instructions are useful and anything that goes a bit wrong (unique, not wrong!) just becomes ‘being an artist ‘ and experimenting!
I think it’s a lovely set.
When finished, it’s cheap enough to buy another, although a range of designs would be really useful.
Thanks for reading, I hope you find this review helpful.
This set contains enough to create 4 suncatcher keyrings using the individual plastic shapes and easy-to-use squeezy tubes of paint. You can add decoration with beautiful beads and sequins to give your keyrings extra colour and sparkle.
Great little gift or filler gift.
Suitable for children 4+ with adult supervisio
he Galt Suncatcher Keyrings offer an engaging and interactive craft project for kids. The kits come with everything needed to create beautiful and colorful suncatcher keyrings, including pre-cut shapes, transparent paints, and keyring attachments. The process of painting the suncatchers and watching them transform into vibrant works of art is incredibly satisfying for children and encourages their artistic expression.
The simplicity of the kit is another aspect that I appreciate. The suncatcher keyrings are easy to assemble and suitable for a wide age range. The pre-cut shapes eliminate the need for intricate cutting, making it accessible for younger children who may struggle with precise scissor work. The included paints are vibrant and easy to apply, allowing kids to unleash their creativity without any frustration.
The final results are truly delightful. Once the suncatchers are painted and dried, they catch the light beautifully, adding a touch of whimsy to any keyring or backpack. The finished pieces are sturdy and durable, ensuring that they can withstand regular use without losing their charm. My kids take great pride in their creations and love showcasing their personalized suncatcher keyrings to family and friends.
Additionally, the Galt Suncatcher Keyrings provide an opportunity for kids to develop their fine motor skills and hand-eye coordination. The painting process requires precision and control, allowing children to practice their dexterity in a fun and engaging way. It also promotes concentration and patience as they wait for the paints to dry and see the final results.
The versatility of these suncatcher kits is worth mentioning as well. While they are intended for creating keyrings, the suncatchers can also be used as decorative charms for backpacks, zipper pulls, or even as window decorations. This flexibility allows kids to explore different ways to showcase their creations and encourages imaginative play.
While the Galt Suncatcher Keyrings have brought joy to my kids and have many positive aspects, there is one minor drawback. The kit includes a limited number of suncatchers, which may leave children wanting more once they’ve completed them. It would be great if the kit offered a larger variety of shapes or the option to purchase additional suncatchers separately.