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Print With Everyday Items

Household objects are perfect to create colorful prints on a rainy day, or any day just for fun. Rummage around and see what interesting items you can find.

1. Cover your work area with recycled newspaper. Use a piece of construction paper or a recycled board as a base. If you use a board, paint it first with Crayola® Washable Kid's Paint and Brushes. Dry.

2. With adult permission, select a variety of objects that can either be recycled or washed after being used with tempera paint, such as thread spools, foam produce trays, or a bath puff.

3. Fold a paper towel into quarters, and place it on the bottom of a recycled foam produce tray. Pour a small amount of paint onto the paper towel.

4. Press an object into the paint. You only need enough paint to coat the object, not so much it drips off.

5. Press the object onto the painted board or colored paper. Use even pressure to ensure a good print. Make a visually pleasing arrangement of prints on the colored surface.

6. When the paint has dried, use Crayola Glitter Glue to decorate the final print.

Adult supervision is required for any arts & crafts project. Observe children closely and intervene as necessary to prevent potential safety problems and ensure appropriate use of arts and crafts materials. Some craft items, particularly beads and buttons, are potential choking hazards for young children. Avoid use of such small parts with children younger than 3 years. Craft items such as scissors, push pins and chenille sticks may have sharp points or edges. Avoid use of materials with sharp points by children younger than 4 years. Read all manufacturers' safety warnings before using arts and craft supplies.

Glitter Glue— WARNING: CHOKING HAZARD—Small parts. Not for children under 3 years. Not for use on skin.