Summer Puffy Paint
This homemade summer puffy paint is a fun and easy craft recipe perfect for kids and creative adults. With vibrant colors and a 3D texture, it will brighten any summer project.
Ingredients
Base Ingredients
- 1 cup flour
- 1 cup water
- 1 cup salt
Coloring and Supplies
- food coloring (various colors) Customize colors as desired
- mixing bowl
- whisk
- squeeze bottles or Ziploc bags
- parchment paper or canvas for painting
Instructions
Preparation
- In a mixing bowl, combine 1 cup of flour, 1 cup of water, and 1 cup of salt.
- Use the whisk to blend the mixture until it’s smooth and free of lumps.
Adding Color
- Divide the base into separate bowls if you want multiple colors.
- Add food coloring to each bowl. Start with a few drops and mix until you achieve your desired shades.
Transferring
- Pour the colored puffy paint into squeeze bottles or Ziploc bags.
- If using bags, seal them tightly and cut a small corner to create a piping bag.
Creating Art
- Place parchment paper or canvas on a flat surface.
- Squeeze the paint onto your surface to create fun designs! Watch as the paint puffs up when it dries.
Drying
- Allow your artwork to dry for several hours or overnight until it feels firm and puffy to the touch.
Notes
Customize your colors by mixing food colors for unique shades. Add glitter for extra sparkle, and try painting on different surfaces like cardboard, rocks, or T-shirts. Adjust thickness by mixing in more water for a thinner consistency.