Photo courtesy of Flávio Takemoto
I bet you didn’t know you could make finger-painting even MORE fun! Here are five simple ways to do just that:
1. Add Texture
Mix a bit of sand, salt or glitter into the paint to add visual and tactile texture.
2. Use Patterned Paper
Patterned scrapbooking paper makes a perfect, sturdy base for goopy finger-paint. And the pattern showing through the paint adds interest and depth to the finished creation.
3. Pull a Print
Let your little one paint directly on the table or a tray, then press the paper onto it and pull it off to make your little one’s first print.
4. Make a Mirror Image
Have your little one paint only on one half of a piece of paper. Then fold it in half, smooth it down with your hands, and open it up to see a mirrored image of what she painted. Thank Crayola for this great idea, and check out their site for more!
5. Paint on a Window or Mirror
Add a little dish soap to the paint for easier cleanup and let you little one go to town on a window or mirror. You could even pull a print (see #3 above) from their creation.
If you’re really ambitious, head on over to Tipnut.com to find 5 homemade finger-paint recipes!
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