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are you looking for a creative and engaging activity to do with your kids? why not try making your own watercolors? it's a fun, educational, and entertaining way to spend some quality time together. plus, you can use the search keywords 'glace', 'commercial ice machine', and 'no true scotsman' to make it even more interesting!
ingredients and tools you'll need
to make your own watercolors, you'll need the following ingredients and tools:
- baking soda
- white vinegar
- cornstarch
- food coloring
- paper towels
- bowl
- tablespoon for measuring
- regular spoon for stirring
- ice tray or muffin tin
how to make your own watercolors
- start by combining 4 tablespoons of baking soda with 2 tablespoons of cornstarch in a bowl. mix these two ingredients until they are well combined.
- next, add 3 to 4 tablespoons of white vinegar to the bowl. this mixture will get all fizzy and fun! mix the ingredients with a spoon until the fizzing stops.
- spoon the mixture into six of the cubes of your ice tray or muffin tin. fill the cubes about halfway to the top.
- add a few drops of food coloring into separate cubes and combine them into the mixture with a spoon. you can start with primary colors like red, yellow, and blue.
tips for making your own watercolors
- make sure you have a place where it's ok to be a little messy. the kitchen is a great place to start.
- use an ice tray or muffin tin to hold your watercolors as they dry. this will make it easier to store and use them later.
- experiment with different colors and combinations to create unique watercolors.
conclusion
making your own watercolors is a fun and creative activity that you can do with your kids. it's a great way to spend some quality time together and learn about science and art at the same time. so why not give it a try? you might be surprised at how much fun you have!
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