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    Home » Kids » Crafts and Activities

    Easy DIY Sidewalk Chalk Ideas

    Published: Apr 22, 2022 · Modified: May 17, 2022 by Ang Paris · 12 Comments
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    There's no need to buy sidewalk chalk when you can make your own with just a few household items. These easy DIY sidewalk chalk ideas are perfect for keeping the little ones entertained all summer long. via @jugglingactmama

    DIY Sidewalk Chalk in any form is a fun way to pass this time this summer. We've got lots of creative ways make your outdoor playtime even more fun with these Easy DIY Sidewalk Chalk Ideas.

    Girl sharing her chalk with a boy
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    • Our Favorite Chalk Activity
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    You'll love these DIY Sidewalk Chalk projects! From paints to molds, we've got tons of #BoredomBusters to keep the kids busy!

    DIY Sidewalk Chalk is super simple to make at home! It's a project that gives twice, since it keeps the kiddos engaged while you're making it plus then they get to go play with it outside.  My kids just adore sidewalk chalk and are always asking for it.  We especially enjoy making DIY Chalk Paint in the summer. 

    It can get a little messy, but if it's warm enough, I have my kiddos put their bathing suits on and then when they're done, they can rinse off on the sprinkler... see what I did there?  Three activities for one simple little craft.  Genius right? 

    In the summer, it's all about keeping the "I'm bored" at bay, which is why I'm sharing with you loads of fun projects to keep your kids entertained all summer long!

    DIY Sidewalk Chalk projects - collage of 5 different sidewalk chalk ideas #BoredomBuster #SummerFun

    Our Favorite Chalk Activity

    DIY Chalk Paint in muffin tin - super easy summer fun!

    DIY Chalk Paint from Juggling Act Mama: Using three simple ingredients, you can make your own sidewalk chalk in a snap. Turn washable finger paints into easy chalk with this quick and simple process!

    For this project, all you need is washable finger paint, water, and corn starch. (I like this 2-pack of corn starch because it's great to have on hand for making slime, and this fun faux snow project that's great for rainy days.)

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    Fun DIY Sidewalk Chalk Projects

    These awesome DIY Sidewalk Chalk Projects will keep the kiddos busy all summer long!

    sidewalk chalk in the form of popsicles

    Popsicle Sidewalk Chalk from Hello Wonderful: How gorgeous are these popsicle-themed chalks? You'll need plaster of Paris, food coloring, water, popsicle molds, and popsicle sticks to make them pretty like these. Just make sure the kiddos understand not to put them in their mouths! They're best for older children.

    color changing sidewalk chalk

    Color Changing Sidewalk Chalk from Frogs and Fairies: These color-changing sidewalk chalk pieces are a fun twist on traditional chalk. As you draw, it changes from one color to the next thanks to incorporating several paint colors in the chalk molds.

    bug-shaped sidewalk chalk

    Sidewalk Chalk Bugs from Finding Zest: This bug-themed DIY sidewalk chalk recipe is perfect for kids who love all things creepy and crawly. Draw a grid with various insects and keep track of how many of each kind you spot!

    chalk pops - sidewalk chalk in the form of mini popsicles

    DIY Sidewalk Chalk "Pops" from Project Nursery: These colorful little pops will help kids make "pops" of color all over your sidewalk and driveway. The neon colors ensure the chalk is nice and bold.

    DIY Chalk Paint and Sprays

    Lines of glow in the dark chalk.

    Glow In The Dark Squirt Chalk from Growing a Jeweled Rose: Did you know that you can turn neon paint into glow-in-the-dark sidewalk chalk? It's so simple, too! Grab some squirt bottles to hold the paint and blacklight flashlights to see them glow brightly at night. So cool!

    sidewalk chalk paint in condiment bottles

    Sidewalk Chalk Paint from Burlap and Blue: Not only can kids squeeze this colorful sidewalk chalk paint on the concrete, but there's a fun fizzy element to try after they've painted their designs. This activity is your classic baking soda and vinegar science experiment with a colorful twist. The kids will LOVE it!

    Spray Chalk collage image. - sidewalk chalk spray paint

    Spray Chalk from Growing a Jeweled Rose: Get your spray paint on with this fun recipe for spray chalk. Buy new spray bottles or recycle some that you already have for this fun summertime activity. It's such a blast to spray the paint on and then wash it away. This would be a great recipe to use on snow in the winter, too.

    foam paint sidewalk chalk idea

    Foam Paint from the Tie Toe Fairy: The secret ingredient in this foamy sidewalk chalk is shaving cream! It's a fun take on the usual sidewalk paint in that the thick lines it creates stand out prominently and helps kids better draw their designs. Kids will forget all about screentime with this fun activity!

    Child using chalk to draw sun on asphalt in a park

    Which one are you going to try out?  Leave me a comment and let me know...  As for us, I think we'll be doing the foam paint next!

    Outdoor Chalkboard Project

    If you need more space for your little ones to play with their chalk, check out this Outdoor Chalkboard Project. It's perfect for kids to draw on and for outdoor entertaining as well. Play a game of Pictionary! Write out the menu for your backyard barbecue. There are so many fun ways to use it.

    Smiling Girl wiping an Outdoor Chalkboard with a cloth.

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    1. Sandra Watts says

      June 05, 2017 at 12:32 pm

      My grand kids love sidewalk chalk. Already been out this year doing it.

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    2. Gina blades says

      June 05, 2017 at 12:33 pm

      My kids love sidewalk chalk.

      Reply
    3. Pooja says

      June 07, 2017 at 4:40 am

      Loving this roundup! So much creativity 🙂 Thank you for including our door hangers!

      Reply
    4. Ann Cluck says

      June 08, 2017 at 12:49 pm

      I did retweet a couple times, but the way you have it set up, I can see I retweeted but I don't know where to find my retweet url.

      Reply
    5. Katherines Corner says

      June 09, 2017 at 12:54 pm

      thank you for the giveaway opportunity. I added you to my giveaway page. I invite you to stop by and enter my giveaway too. Hugs!

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    6. Laura says

      June 25, 2017 at 10:10 pm

      Love this round-up! My boys love chalk 🙂 Found you on Merry Monday.

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      • Ang Paris says

        June 26, 2017 at 8:03 am

        Thanks so much for stopping by!

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    7. Roseann M Hampton says

      June 26, 2017 at 9:44 pm

      What fun ideas!

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    8. Marie says

      June 27, 2017 at 9:41 am

      These are all a blast! We love playing outside with sidewalk chalk. Thanks for sharing your awesome round up with us at Merry Monday this week!

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    9. Dawn says

      June 28, 2017 at 6:44 pm

      All of these are great! My nieces and nephews will love it!

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    10. Sheena says

      June 28, 2017 at 8:29 pm

      I so need to make my sidewalk chalk with my youngest.

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    11. Victoria @DazzleWhileFrazzled says

      June 28, 2017 at 10:17 pm

      Such fun ideas! Love the ones in the squirt bottles (although I can see my 5 year old going nutso with this!) and those with a paint brush. Visiting from Share Your Style party.

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