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Paint - Let's Color!

Posted by the folks at Cow & Lizard on Nov 21st 2015

Kids love to paint!  There is no right or wrong way to do art - their creative licenses go a long way.  Kids have fun experimenting and parents love to display the masterpieces around the house.  If you don't have paint in the house, here is a recipe for finger paints so you don't need to make a trip to the store.

Homemade Finger Paints

Items Needed:

  • 2 Tbsp sugar
  • 1/3 cup cornstarch
  • 2 cups cold water
  • 1/4 clear liquid dish soap
  • food coloring

Directions:

  • mix sugar and cornstarch in small pot
  • slowly add water
  • cook on low, stirring constantly, until mixture is almost clear
  • cool the mixture
  • add dish soap and stir together
  • divided into smaller containers and add food coloring to make the colors you want

Faber-Castell Block Printing

A fun kids arts & craft kit with another way to paint - with blocks.