Description
A delightful art project that combines creativity with science, allowing both kids and adults to express themselves through colorful, textured designs.
Ingredients
- White glue (PVA glue)
- Table salt
- Watercolor paints
- Water
- Paintbrushes
- Cardstock or heavy paper
- Plastic tray or shallow bowl
- Optional: Liquid food coloring
Instructions
- Prepare the Base: Lightly sketch your desired pattern or image on cardstock.
- Apply Glue: Carefully apply white glue over your pencil outline, ensuring it’s thick enough to hold the salt.
- Add Salt: While the glue is wet, sprinkle salt generously over the glued areas. Allow to rest briefly, then shake off excess salt.
- Prepare Watercolors: In a plastic tray, dilute watercolor paints with a little water.
- Paint with Watercolors: Dab watercolors onto the salted areas and watch the color spread.
- Let It Dry: Allow the artwork to dry completely, which may take several hours.
Notes
Experiment with different colors and materials, and have fun creating layered effects or seasonal themes.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Arts & Crafts
- Method: Crafting
- Cuisine: N/A
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 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