This recipe for puff paint is an adaptation of something I used to do with my Early Childhood Studies students, back in my teaching heyday! It is fun, non-toxic and is easily made with common pantry ingredients. It’s a fun activity to fill some time on the school holidays; my kids are occupied for at least 45 minutes being creative and crafty!
Puffy Paint
Makes: 420 g Prep time: 10-15 min. (for kids)
Ingredients
- 150 g water (see recipe notes)
- 150 g fine salt
- 80 g self-raising flour
- 40 g arrowroot flour
- colourant (as much as you like; can be liquid or powder, but liquid is best)
Method
1. Weigh the water, salt, self-raising flour and arrowroot flour into a medium mixing bowl.
2. Mix really well, until the mixture is smooth and there are no lumps left.
3. Divide the mixture evenly between 5 squeeze-style containers and add a different colouring to each one, then shake well (or use a paddle-pop stick to jiggle and stir).
To Use
Squeeze different patterns onto paper, and then you have 3 choices:
i. Pop your paper in the microwave for 5-10 seconds (for the best puffy result).
ii. Place your paper in the oven (200 ˚C) for 5 min (don’t take your eyes off it!).
iii. Let your paint air dry.
Recipe Notes
- Water should be distilled, purified or pre-boiled and cooled to extend shelf life.
- This paint should last for a few weeks.
- Over time, if the mixture thickens in the bottle, just add a little splash of water and shake well.
2 Comments
Super!love the recipe but I only made half . Next time I will definitely make a full batch . Lots of fun making and using .I recommend you should try and I guarantee you will love it .
This looks like so much fun! And a much better alternative to the nasty stuff found in the craft store. Next craft afternoon sorted. Thank you!