Best 2 Homemade Finger Paint Recipes

Indulge in the joy of creating your own homemade finger paints with our easy-to-follow recipes. These paints are not only vibrant and colorful but also safe and gentle for your little ones to explore their artistic side. With a variety of recipes using all-natural ingredients like flour, cornstarch, and yogurt, you can create paints that are perfect for sensory play, art projects, and messy fun. From classic tempera paint to edible finger paint and even glow-in-the-dark paint, these recipes offer something for every child's imagination. Let's dive into the world of homemade finger paints and unleash your child's creativity!

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

HOMEMADE FINGER PAINT

Homemade Finger Paint image

With this quick and easy finger paint your child can finger paint for just pennies. It's perfect for using on paper or in the bathtub. The dish soap makes this finger paint wash out of anything my girls have painted with it. Keeps for at least a week in airtight containers. A fun painting option is to cover a tray or cookie sheet with waxed paper and have your child spoon paint over it in different colors. Cover with another sheet of waxed paper. Your child can press down on the colors and watch them blend and move.

Provided by Texas Bell Foods

Categories < 15 Mins

Time 10m

Yield 2 cups

Number Of Ingredients 5

Ingredients

2 tablespoons sugar
1/3 cup cornstarch
2 cups cold water
1/4 cup clear liquid dish soap
food coloring or food coloring paste

Steps:

Mix together sugar and cornstarch in a small pan, then slowly add cold water.
Cook over low heat, stirring until the mixture becomes a smooth; almost clear gel about 5 minutes.
When it's cool, stir in clear dishwashing liquid.
Scoop equal amounts of the mixture into containers and stir in food coloring or, for even more vibrant colors, use food-coloring paste.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 130, Sodium 9.2, Carbohydrate 32, Fiber 0.2, Sugar 12.6, Protein 0.1

EASY FINGER PAINT

Easy Finger Paint image

All the recipes I found here were calling for either cornstarch(I was out) or glycerin (didn't have any). I found this on http://www.creativekidsathome.com/activities/activity_42.html. DD is working on it right now.With 1/3 cup of water and 1/3 cup of flour we got enough to make three colors, enough for one time painting. Update:it works! The painting I made was nice, no cracks. The one DD did,crinkled up the paper. She poured the paint on the paper and worked from there. I 'm happy with the result.

Provided by littlemafia

Categories Low Cholesterol

Time 2m

Yield 1 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 3

Ingredients

2 cups white flour
2 cups cold water
food coloring

Steps:

Put water into a large bowl.
Slowly add the flour, while the children are stirring.
Once it's all mixed together, divide into smaller bowls and add food coloring.

Tips:

For a smooth and consistent paint, use equal parts flour and water.
Add a small amount of salt to help preserve the paint.
If the paint is too thick, add a little more water.
If the paint is too thin, add a little more flour.
Use food coloring or natural ingredients like beet juice or turmeric powder to create different colors.
Add a few drops of essential oil to the paint for a pleasant scent.
Store the paint in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks.
To clean up, simply wash your hands and the surface with soap and water.

Conclusion:

Homemade finger paint is a great way to encourage creativity and sensory exploration in children. It is also a safe and non-toxic alternative to store-bought finger paints. With a few simple ingredients and a little bit of time, you can easily make your own finger paint at home. So, gather your supplies and let your little ones enjoy the messy fun of finger painting!