DIY Sidewalk Chalk Paint
Learn how to make DIY Sidewalk Chalk Paint at home. This easy recipe is a great way for both older and younger kids to head outside for some fresh air. Your kids are going to have the best time discovering all the different ways you can play with DIY sidewalk paint.
So the next time you head to the dollar store, make sure you grab some chalk because you are going to love all of the summer fun you can have with this recipe.
Disclosure: Adult supervision is required for all activities at all times.
The Summer break can be tough on parents who aren’t used to having their kids home every day. If you’re trying to get ready for this Summer, then start with these Summer activities for kids. Or invest in the Summer Activity Pack, which is filled with educational ideas for young kids.
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Materials Needed
- Chalk
- A small container, one for each of the different colors
- Paint brushes
- Cup of water
- A grater
How to make DIY Sidewalk Chalk Paint
Step 1: Break up the chalk into small pieces.
I used a grater that I use for kids arts and crafts. However, you can also place the chalk in a plastic bag and smash it with a hammer until the chalk becomes a fine powder.
2. Place each of the colors in a different bowl, or a muffin tin, then add a little bit of water and give it a good stir.
Add a little water at a time until you get the consistency you want (usually the consistency of poster paints). If your homemade sidewalk chalk paint becomes too fluid, you can always add some corn starch to help thicken it up a bit.
3. Grab some paint brushes and start this fun summer activity.
FAQ’s
Yes, DIY chalk paint for kids washes off with water. All you need is a garden hose or a bit of rain to wash away your art work. You’ll find that over time, the paint will have more vibrant colors as it dries. But even once dried it will wash off easily.
There are several different recipes for homemade chalk paint. Most of which use common household ingredients. You can make regular sidewalk chalk paint for hours of fun, or spice it up and make puffy sidewalk paint. (Just add dish soap and flour to make your outdoor chalk paint puffy).
DIY chalk paint can last for a long time, if not forever. If you are making a large batch of sidewalk chalk paint then you can store it in airtight containers, to be used again throughout the summer. While it may dry out over time, all you need to do is grab a cup of water and fill it up again.
There are so many fun activities that you can do with this sidewalk chalk paint recipe. Start off a summer bucket list with some of the following play ideas:
- Process art
- Draw an obstacle course.
- Hopscotch.
- Write letters or sight words on the pavement for kids to spray with spray bottles as they learn to read.
- Draw a target for a water balloon throwing game.
- Create a backdrop for fun photos.
For more ideas, visit 101 ways to play with Sidewalk Chalk.
More DIY Paint Recipes for Kids
Explore the colors of the rainbow with some homemade paint recipes.
With some simple ingredients you can create DIY paint. From paint that is taste-safe for babies and toddlers to washable paint to decorate your windows. There is so much fun to be had with these amazing play ideas.
- Washable Window Paint
- Frozen Paint
- Homemade Fruit Paint for Babies
- Shaving Cream Paint
- Vibrant Milk Paint for Toddlers
For more ideas, visit 15 Homemade Paint Recipes for Kids
Summer Activity Pack
Educational printables for preschoolers and kindergarteners for this Summer.
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