Description
A fun and colorful craft that transforms recycled paper rolls into burst patterns mimicking fireworks, perfect for holidays and parties.
Ingredients
- Empty paper rolls (toilet paper or trimmed paper towel tubes)
- Acrylic paints (assorted colors, plus metallics like gold or silver)
- Palette or disposable plate for mixing paints
- Scissors (for shaping tube edges)
- Cardstock or heavy-weight paper for best stamping results
- Paintbrush or foam brush
- Paper towels or wipes for quick cleanup
- Optional: glitter, sequins, metallic pens, masking tape, protective table covering, small cups of water
Instructions
- Trim the tube if needed and create texture by cutting small slits evenly around one end, pinching the slits outward.
- Load the paint by pouring puddles onto your palette and using a brush to paint the inside rim and petaled edge.
- Hold the tube vertically and press the painted edge onto your paper with steady pressure to stamp fireworks.
- Lift straight up to reveal the burst pattern and repeat by rotating slightly for layered effects.
- Allow base layers to dry, then add contrasting colors and details with metallic accents.
- For finishing touches, sprinkle glitter or press sequins into wet paint.
Notes
Experiment with different paint thickness and surface choices for unique results. For a kid-friendly version, pre-cut tube edges and set up a mess-free area.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Craft
- Method: Stamping
- Cuisine: N/A
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 finished artwork
- Calories: 0
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 0mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 0g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 0mg