Monday, July 19, 2010

Cool Cornstarch Sidewalk Paints

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I have seen this done several times and have always wanted to try it. This afternoon, my son and I finally did. The paints were beautiful and lots of fun.

Supplies:
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Paintbrushes
Cornstarch
Water
Food Coloring
Measuring Cup
Cups/Bowls


1. First, I set out the cups. I had my son pour ½ cup of cornstarch and ½ cup of water into each cup.
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2. Next, he poured generous amounts of food coloring into each cup and stirred.
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3.Finally, it was time to paint! It looked awesome once it started to dry. I couldn’t believe we made it!
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I hope you try this, it is always good to find something new to add to “outside” time.

5 comments:

  1. I have never tried this yet but I am certainly keeping it on my list of to dos!

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  2. I hope you do Deborah! It washed of using a lot more water than you would use with sidewalk chalk.Next time-I might use dish liquid too.

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  3. I have to say the first few pictures of him adding the corn starch reminded me of the flour party we had at my house! Good times!

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  4. What a brilliant post, this is a great idea.

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