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Easy Art Supplies to Make For Children

By Autumn Lockwood

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Almost all children enjoy creating artwork, especially if they get a chance to display it in picture frames around the home. However, because children love art so much, it can sometimes become a bit costly to keep them well supplied with art materials. Fortunately, it is possible to make many of your own art supplies, which can save a lot of money. Here are some great supplies you can make for your own child, for very little expense or effort.

Homemade Glue

Although glue is a fairly inexpensive art material, there are still times when you run out. In order to make homemade glue, you only need equal amounts of flour and water. Mix together in a bowl, and pour into a jar that has a tight fitting lid. Or, add a drop of food coloring before mixing, just to add a fun color to the glue. Your child can apply the glue with a clean wooden stick or a small brush.

Homemade Finger Paints

Finger painting is a craft project that even the smallest child can handle. As an added bonus, almost anything you can create with finger paints seems to look great when displayed in wood picture frames. To make your own paints, simply mix two cups of cold water and a quarter cup of corn starch in a saucepan. Then, heat until it boils and reaches the consistency of finger paint. Remove from heat and let cool. Divide into several small jars with tight fitting lids. Mix food coloring into each jar to make different colors.

Fruity Play Dough

This easy recipe will make a nicely sized batch of fun fruit scented play dough. Mix two cups of flour with a package of unsweetened Kool-Aid mix and a half a cup of salt. Then mix in two tablespoons of vegetable oil. Add two cups of boiling water, mixing well. Be careful with this step if your child is helping. Mix with a spoon, forming the dough. Store the play dough in an air tight container. Because this dough smells so delicious, remind your child that he or she should not eat it. If your child creates a play dough sculpture that they are particularly proud of, take a few photos of it. Then, place in picture frames and display as wall art. As long as the play dough is stored in an airtight container, it will last long enough for them to make a wide variety of interesting creations.

Homemade Chalk

It is surprisingly easy to make your own colorful chalk. Mix one cup of Plaster of Paris with a small amount of powered tempera paint. Add a half of a cup of cold water, and mix. Pour mixture into popsicle molds, candy molds, a waxed paper lined toilet paper tube, or a small Dixie cup. After the chalk dries, remove from the mold. Your child can use this chalk to create paper artwork, which you can display in picture frames. Or, use chunky pieces of chalk to draw on the sidewalk or driveway.

Now that you know how easy it can be to make your own art supplies, get your favorite child to help you and give it a try. You will both be so happy that you did!

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