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FUN STUFF |
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It's time to paint!
Make washable fingerpaints
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Sure
it's messy, but in the summertime, cleaning off
finger paints can be as simple as dashing through the sprinkler.
Here's a recipe for washable paints that will keep your artists
well supplied. Mix 2 tablespoons of sugar and 1/3 cup of
cornstarch in a saucepan, then slowly add 2 cups of cold water.
Cook over low heat for 5 minutes, stirring constantly until the
mixture is a clear, smooth gel. |
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When cool, stir in 1/4 cup of
liquid dish-washing soap. Scoop into plastic containers, and
stir in food coloring drops or tempera paints.
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Window Art
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Don't like what
you see outside? Then change it! Kids can use this
washable paint on windows and sliding doors to bring some color
to a gray day.
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CRAFT MATERIALS: |
| Clear dishwashing liquid |
| Premixed tempera paints |
| Time needed: Under 1 Hour |
For each color of paint, mix about 1 tablespoon of
dishwashing liquid with 1/2 tablespoon of paint (the mixture should
have the creamy consistency of house paint). Foil-lined muffin tins
or plastic containers work well for holding different colors.
Use a different brush for each color, paint on the window, be
careful to avoid sills and woodwork.
To remove the dried paint or fix a mistake, wipe it off with a moist
paper towel.
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