Sunburst Atomic
 |
 Vintage Lux Atomic or Sunburst Wall Clock Wood Dowel Ray Part  US $3.50
|
 VNTG Mid Century Modern Starburst Sunburst Elgin Eames Atomic Era Wall Clock 60s US $64.95
|
 VINTAGE MID CENTURY STARBURST SUNBURST WELBY EAMES ATOMIC ERA WALL CLOCK 60s US $289.00
|
 Mid Century Modern LUX STARBURST SUNBURST CLOCK BLACK WHITE retro Vintage Wood US $287.95
|
 Vintage Retro Atomic Sunburst Wall Clock Lux Robertshaw NICE US $69.99
|
 VINTAGE 1950s VIM SNIDER WEDGEPORT MANTLE HORSE CLOCK US $175.00
|
 Vtg starburst atomic teak wall hanging clock USA mid century modern 60s US $149.99
|
 MID CENTURY MODERN SUNBURST ATOMIC GLASS WALL CLOCK GEORGE NELSON STEP JERE ERA US $450.00
|
 VINTAGE 1920 ART DECO MANTEL CLOCK FROM ENGLAND MARBLE WITH GERMAN SHEPHERD US $280.00
|
 Vintage mid century atomic starburst sunburst clock eames nelson era US $199.99
|
 Mid Century Modern LUX STARBURST SUNBURST CLOCK PURPLE PINK Vintage Wood US $224.95
|
 Mid Century Modern LUX STARBURST SUNBURST CLOCK RED ORANGE YELLOW Vintage Wood US $299.95
|
 VINTAGE MID CENTURY STARBURST SUNBURST ELGIN EAMES ATOMIC ERA WALL CLOCK 60s US $280.00
|
 VINTAGE MID CENTURY SPARTUS STARBURST SUNBURST EAMES ERA ROOSTER WALL CLOCK US $99.99
|
 VINTAGE MID CENTURY STARBURST SUNBURST ELGIN EAMES ATOMIC ERA WALL CLOCK 1950s US $255.00
|
 VINTAGE SETH THOMAS CLOCK COMPANY PIROUETTE STARBURST SUNBURST ATOMIC EAMES ERA US $329.00
|
 Mid Century ELGIN Atomic Starburst Sunburst Eames Era Wall Clock US $120.00
|
 George Nelson Metal Boutique Sunburst Clock 50s 60s mod US $79.00
|
 George Nelson wood ATOMIC sunburst 2 Clock 50s 60s mod US $129.99
|
 George Nelson wooden ATOMIC Sunburst Clock 50s 60s mod US $149.99
|
 VINTAGE LUX ATOMIC AGE CLOCK Mid Century Modern Retro Eames ERA SUNBURST JETSONS US $24.99
|
 RETRO 1960s ATOMIC STARBURST SUNBURST WALL CLOCK GE US $39.00
|
 VTG Mid Century Modern Sunburst Forestville Eames Atomic Era Wall Clock Project US $9.99
|
 LARGE Starburst Wall Clock Frame 285 Wide Atomic Age Sputnik Mid Century vtg US $85.00
|
 eames atomic mad men FORESTVILLE STARBURST SUNBURST WALL CLOCK US $99.99
|
 VINTAGE 1950s ORIGINAL WIND UP WELBY ATOMIC SUNBURST RETRO WALL CLOCK RUNS 30 US $30.99
|
 VINTAGE 1950s ORIG WIND UP ATOMIC SUNBURST RETRO WALL CLOCK RUNS FEATHERS ARROWS US $19.95
|
Q-tip Style Snowflakes
I first heard this idea at a teacher’s convention, and have been making Q-tip snowflakes with my elementary classes for years. The activity was so enjoyable that we do it at home too, and hang the intricate snowflakes from the ceiling using fishing line. The result is incredible—transforming hallways, windows, and entries into a winter wonderland. When making the snowflakes with my elementary students I always read the book Snowflake Bentley by Jacquelyn Briggs Martin, about the first man to successfully photograph snowflakes. The story is engaging, and it also teaches facts that you can use to make prettier, more accurate snowflakes.
Equipment Needed:
Elmer’s Glue, 1 small bottle per person
Q-tips, 30-60 per person, or more, depending on the number and size of snowflakes you want to make.
Waxed paper, one 18 inch sheet per snowflake
Glitter, optional (glitter glue also lends a neat effect)
Procedure:
Spread a sheet of waxed paper on the table surface. This will be your working space. Using Q-tips, design a snowflake on the waxed paper. Q-tips may be bent, broken in two, or used whole for different effects. In general, the end with the cotton swab should create a corner with a neighboring swab.
An interesting fact about snow crystals is that they are made up of water molecules frozen to ice in a hexagonal lattice formation, which accounts for their six-fold symmetry. The best-looking, most accurate snowflakes, therefore, are six sided, although three-sided works well too. Experiment by arranging three or six Q-tips in a sunburst fashion, with one end meeting in the middle. These will be your stems. Using more Q-tip pieces, repeat patterns between the stems. Keep in mind that every Q-tip must be connected to the whole.
When you have finished your snowflake design, squeeze a puddle of glue over each joint. Do not skimp! Use lots of glue. A large puddle is needed to connect Q-tips together. Don’t worry if the puddle spreads and loses shape—it will harden clear and contribute to the overall crystalline effect of the snowflake. For a sparkly effect, shake the snowflake with glitter before the glue dries.
Set the snowflake on the waxed paper aside until the glue dries. This will take several hours, and maybe even overnight. Continue making more snowflakes! You can use the photo gallery at http://www.its.caltech.edu/~atomic/snowcrystals/photos/photos.htm for ideas to model your snowflakes after. Try different sizes by using different lengths of Q-tips for the stems.
When the glue has dried completely, carefully pull the snowflake away from the waxed paper. If an insufficient amount of glue was used to hold the Q-tips together, simply return the snowflake to the waxed paper and cover with more glue. You will have to wait again for the glue to dry. Then remove the snowflake from the waxed paper. Use clear fishing line to hang from the ceiling. Voila! An instant blizzard! Make some hot chocolate and enjoy!
About the Author
About the Author:
Emma Snow is a creator at Craft Kits http://www.craft-kits.net leading portals for crafts and creative individuals.
Posted in 
Tags: