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    DIY Chalk Paint

    Published: Jul 2, 2015 · Modified: Mar 13, 2023 by Ang Paris · 5 Comments
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    Make DIY Chalk Paint in a snap for the kiddos - just three simple ingredients and you have a whole lot of fun for the whole family!

    DIY Chalk Paint - super easy summer fun!

    Sidewalk chalk might be one of our favorite family activities.  I'm not sure if it's because of the creativity involved, or the idea that you're drawing on something other than paper, but the kids love - and frankly so do I! 

    Since June 19th the kids have been home full time with me.  I don't mean to sound like a martyr , but it has been just a tad frustrating at times to have them asking me to play or get them a drink or whatever during my normal 'work hours.' 

    We're adjusting, and I've found that having a planned activity  or two for the day makes things infinitely better for everyone!

    That's where DIY Sidewalk Chalk Paint comes in... it fun, it's free (if you already have materials on hand), and it will keep the kids busy for a loooong time.

    DIY Chalk Paint - find out how to make it at www.jugglingactmama.com

    Materials

    Here is what you will need to make your own DIY Sidewalk Chalk Paint:

    • muffin tin and paint brushes
    • washable finger paints
    • corn starch
    • water

    Instructions

    1. First, pick up an inexpensive muffin tin, or use an old one and use it as an excuse to get mama a new one! 
    2. To make each paint color, we make a slurry with 2 tablespoons of cornstarch and 1 tablespoon of water. 
    3. Patiently mix the slurry together with a fork - it will take a moment or two and the mixture will be very thick.
    4. Next, add the washable paint to make your color as vibrant as you wish. 

    My kids wanted to bright colors, so we added lots of paint. You can also mix paints to create different colors. Repeat until you have your muffin tray filled up. Then grab some brushes and start painting!

    DIY Chalk Paint - messy summer fun for all!

    The paint dries lighter and my kids were delighted to see the change in the colors from wet to dry. Sadly, just after we finished this day, it began to rain. Ethan, 7, cried "I don't want all our hard work to be ruined!" and Olivia, in all her 4-year-old wisdom said, "Don't worry E, we can do it again another day." Be still my heart, she's just like her mama!

    Easy DIY Chalk Paint #hellosummerfun

    No doubt this is a messy summer fun project, but it's cleaned up easily enough. The paint comes right of hands with a little warm water (or a fun through the sprinkler!) and the paint comes out in the wash. 

    These are the things memories are made of, so don't worry about the mess, just enjoy the time with your family! (Download this free printable!)

    The Best Days End in Dirty Clothes Free Printable1

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    1. Danielle says

      July 06, 2015 at 1:50 pm

      My kids love decorating the sidewalks and pavement with chalk, and these paints would be a blast for them!

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    2. Danielle says

      July 07, 2015 at 2:07 pm

      This is so awesome! I'm always looking for fun projects to do that the kids can get a little messy with. Where's the fun without the mess? #TurnItUpTuesday

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    3. francine says

      August 15, 2015 at 11:03 pm

      Wow this looks like fun!

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    4. gabby says

      August 15, 2015 at 11:05 pm

      Omigosh! What kid wouldn't love this? I'm emailing this to my sister - my nieces will have so much fun with this!

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    5. Jessica says

      May 31, 2016 at 8:46 pm

      Great idea! My kids would love to do this. Thanks for linking up at our Tips & Tricks Link Party!

      Jessica
      My Life by Jess

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