Sponge-Print Bouquet

crayola supplies

Washable Kid's Paint
So Big® Brush
Large Washable Crayons
Construction Paper

household supplies

recycled newspaper
sponges
paper towels
container(s) of water

Why

Delight in filling vases with sponge-print flowers. Handmade art is the perfect gift for holidays such as Valentine's Day or a birthday!

Steps

1. On a large paper, use Crayola® Large Washable Crayons to draw a flower vase. Draw flower stems coming out of the vase. Add leaves to the stems if you like.
2. Cover your art area with recycled newspaper. Lightly moisten a clean sponge.
3. Brush a little Crayola Washable Kid's Paint on the sponge with a Crayola So Big Brush.
4. Dab your paint-covered sponge on the paper at the end of the stems to make flowers.
5. Make different shapes of flowers. Rinse and wring out the sponge when you change paint colors. Fill the vase with colorful blooms! You could even paint the vase. Air dry flat.
6. Who would love a beautiful bouquet of flowers?

When & Where

"We did this Mother's Day project in secret. I put my grandson's painting in a frame and surprised his mother."
- Phyllis B., grandmother of 4-year-old.

"After this flower success, my kids made sponge animals inside fences. I wonder what they'll ask to make next?"
- Martin K., dad of 3- and 4-year-olds.

Interesting Info

A natural sponge is the soft skeleton of a sea animal that attaches itself to rocks or other things at the bottom of the ocean. Everything a sponge needs to live comes from the water that flows in and out of its body. Most household sponges are synthetic, usually made out rubber.

Safety Guidelines

Crayola Washable Paints—Not for use as body/face paint.

Sponges and Foam—Sponges, foam, and other expandable materials should not be used with children 3 years old and younger.