Homemade Liquid Watercolors

July 30, 2020

Get more use out of those markers and turn them into paint! #homemadewatercolorpaint #washablepaintforkids #watercolorart #growingajeweledrose #activitiesforkids
We love finding unique & creative ways to make our own art supplies.

The process is fun, and kids are always so proud of the artwork created.  You can make paint in endless ways using whatever you have on hand, and each recipe provides different experiences and way to play.  Today, we are sharing an easy way to make your own washable watercolors at home.
Get more use out of those markers and turn them into paint! #homemadewatercolorpaint #washablepaintforkids #watercolorart #growingajeweledrose #activitiesforkids

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Take something old and turn it into new with this easy paint recipe for kids!  My girls are notorious for leaving the caps off of their markers. This was a great way to get a little more use out of them!

How to Make Paint from Markers

Materials
  • Dried-out markers
  • Water
  • Jars/containers
  • Tape
Method
  • Begin by collecting dried-out markers.  With two toddlers in the house we always seem to have an abundance on hand.
  • If you do not have old markers and want to give this activity a try you can start with a few packs of fresh markers.
  • Bundle the markers together by color, using at least three for each color of watercolor paint that you are making.
  • Tightly secure the marker bundles with tape.  Then, place the bundles upside-down in containers of hot water.
Get more use out of those markers and turn them into paint! #homemadewatercolorpaint #washablepaintforkids #watercolorart #growingajeweledrose #activitiesforkids
  • Leave the markers to sit in the containers for 2-4 hours.
  • That's it!  Give kids brushes and paper, and they will be all set to create beautiful works of art!
Get more use out of those markers and turn them into paint! #homemadewatercolorpaint #washablepaintforkids #watercolorart #growingajeweledrose #activitiesforkids
Get more use out of those markers and turn them into paint! #homemadewatercolorpaint #washablepaintforkids #watercolorart #growingajeweledrose #activitiesforkids
  • Store any leftover paint in jars or containers, and it can be used again & again!
Get more use out of those markers and turn them into paint! #homemadewatercolorpaint #washablepaintforkids #watercolorart #growingajeweledrose #activitiesforkids
An added bonus is that this paint is washable as long as you use washable markers!
A Few Tips: 
  • I have also bought new markers to make watercolors in this way. They are so inexpensive and store bought watercolors cost quite a bit more, so why not right?
  • You only need 2-3 markers for each bundle, but the more markers that you use the more vibrant the paint will be.
  • To make a large amount of watercolor paint use mason jars and lots of markers!
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Get more use out of those markers and turn them into paint! #homemadewatercolorpaint #washablepaintforkids #watercolorart #growingajeweledrose #activitiesforkids

Get more use out of those markers and turn them into paint! #homemadewatercolorpaint #washablepaintforkids #watercolorart #growingajeweledrose #activitiesforkids
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Crystal Underwood is the writer and creator of Growing A Jeweled Rose. She has worked extensively with children and strongly believes in the importance of play at the core of early learning. She is passionate about the early years and believes that childhood should be a truly magical time in life. For all the best kids activities connect with Growing a Jeweled Rose below!