Beaded sun catcher supplies for three windows

Who this list is for

This checklist is for crafters making three lightweight beaded sun catchers for indoor windows. It’s ideal if you want to add sparkle to your home without heavy tools or permanent fixtures. The supplies suit beginners and hobbyists who prefer simple, manageable projects.

How to use this list

Lay out your bead mat to prevent rolling and losing small parts. Start by measuring and cutting clear nylon beading cord for each sun catcher. String glass beads and faceted crystal prisms using the cord and silver craft wire. Secure beads with crimp beads and jump rings, tightening them with round-nose pliers. Use wire cutters for trimming excess wire. Attach each finished strand to a clear suction hook for easy window hanging. Keep your ruler handy for measuring consistent lengths, and use the small storage box to organize beads and findings as you work.

What to skip

Don’t use heavy or opaque beads; they won’t catch sunlight well or may weigh down the suction hooks. Avoid skipping the crimp beads—without them, your designs can unravel. Some try to hang sun catchers without cleaning the glass first; the hooks won’t stick well to dusty or oily windows.

What is on this list

You’ll need three faceted crystal prisms, sixty glass beads, one spool of silver craft wire, one spool of clear nylon beading cord, wire cutters, round-nose pliers, twenty crimp beads, twelve jump rings, three clear suction hooks, a bead mat, a ruler, and a small storage box. Cross off items you already own, like pliers or a ruler, before shopping.

After the project

Wipe each window before attaching the suction hooks for better grip. Store extra beads and findings in the small storage box for future crafts. Check that each sun catcher hangs securely and adjust if needed. Clean up stray beads from the workspace to avoid losing supplies or slipping later.