Super Sparkly Fun! Watercolor Salt Paintings

I saw this in the January 2015 issue of Highlights' High Five magazine and had to try it with my son. He loves any painting project! We really enjoyed the process and it turned out beautifully!

Here's what you need:
watercolor paper
watercolor paints
artist brushes
water
salt

First you need to paint a light layer of water over your paper. Then let your little artist go to work with the watercolor paints. While the painting is still wet, sprinkle it lightly with salt. Let dry and then brush off excess salt. The salt crystallizes and lightly etches the painting, making it sparkle.

Awesome Mother's Day Idea- Watercolor Resist Handprint!

Mother's Day is coming up! And what would be a sweeter gift for Mom or Grandmom, than a handprint of her favorite munchkin. And the best thing is that it's super easy to make!

You will need:

watercolor paints

watercolor paper (I used cardstock because it made framing easier.)

artist brushes

Vaseline

 

First, cover your child's hand thoroughly with Vaseline. Yes, it's supposed to be messy! Then take your child's hand and gently but firmly press it to the paper. Have your child then lift their hand straight up off the paper. Try not to smear. You should be able to see the Vaseline handprint left behind. Then break out the paint and have fun! The Vaseline naturally resists the watercolor paint. When done painting, carefully wipe off excess Vaseline and let dry.

 

We made Nana and Grandma each one to cherish. They loved it! And, of course, I had to have one also!