Simple Pumpkin Salt Painting For Young Kids
This classic process art idea is fun for all ages. My kiddos had so much fun creating pumpkin salt paintings on a rainy Fall day. Get my tips so your kids have a blast making this easy pumpkin art!
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Substitution
*Liquid watercolor gives you the most vibrant colors. But you can also use food coloring or a regular watercolor paint palette with a small brush.
RELATED READING – Check out these raised salt paintings for a non-seasonal kid art idea!
How To Make A Pumpkin Salt Painting
BEFORE YOU BEGIN – You may want to check out four easy pumpkin drawing tutorials to help sketch your design with a pencil.
Step 1: Draw With Glue
Draw a simple pumpkin with glue. We started with a center shape and added curved lines.
Step 2: Add Salt
Work on an old cookie tray and sprinkle salt on all the glue lines.
Step 3: Shake Salt Around
Carefully move salt around to make sure glue lines are completely covered.
Step 4: Add Color
Lightly dip a small brush in paint and touch the salt glue lines. Watch the colors expand into the design.
Step 5: Repeat
Add paint or food coloring to all lines until you are happy with your pumpkin and let dry.
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Tips
- You can paint while the glue and salt are still wet, but be careful.
- For little ones, letting the glue and salt dry first might make it easier.
- Instead of a small brush, you can use a small amount of paint in a pipette and carefully drop it on the lines.
- Avoid using too much glue, as it will get sticky and take forever to dry.
- Don’t use too much water on the salt or rub the lines too hard.
More Fall Arts and Crafts
Fall is the perfect time to be creative! The whole family can be inspired with the beauty of nature.
Salt painting is one of the classic preschool and beyond process art ideas that kids should try at least once! Trust me, it never gets old seeing the excitement when the colors move up the lines.