Paint Dough

Looking for a dazzling and unique art project? Here's one you've probably never done before: Paint Dough! It's a new twist on painting that will add a little sparkle to any art project. Use a few kitchen ingredients to create a paint paste that glitters when dry and is easy to use. This nifty paint works well for school posters or just a funky piece of art to hang on the wall!

What You Need:

• Flour
• Water
• Salt
• Liquid tempera paint
• Measuring cup
• Bowls
• Mixing spoons
• Poster board or matte board
• Plastic squeeze bottles

What You Do:

1. Mix equal parts of flour, salt, and water in a mixing bowl to form a paste consistency. Mix larger quantities for more paint, but it's best to start with smaller quantities.
2. Separate the mixture into several bowls. For each different color paint you want, use a different bowl.
3. Add paint of the desired colors to each bowl and thoroughly mix it in.
4. Pour colored each mixture into its own plastic squeeze bottle and secure the cap on. (Note: paint mixture can dry and harden in the squeeze bottles, so rinse the bottles clean after each use.)
5. Squeeze the paint onto the poster board and make colorful designs and pictures.
6. Set the finished painting aside to dry. Then hang it up in the house for all to see! The salt gives the designs a glistening crystal quality which makes the paintings appear more dazzling.