Stack Squares, Patchwork Patterns
Patterns are everywhere! Capture your favorites inside squares for a surprising quilt-like design using Black Color Explosion™.
1. Distinctive geometric patterns are found in all the world’s cultures. Pick an area that has traditional designs you find appealing—or invent your own style by taking a look around your everyday world.
2. Check out clothing such as Kente cloth from Ghana, window shapes in interesting buildings, zillij patterns, household items such as Uzbek suzani, and other things that have distinctive patterns.
3. With Crayola Black Color Explosion™ Markers, mark columns and rows of squares on Black Color Explosion™ Paper. Inside each square make a design or symbol, much like a patchwork quilt. Make sure all the squares look great together. The colors will surprise you as they’re revealed beneath the black!
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.
Color Explosion™ Black—Wash hands well with soap and water after use.
Scissors—ATTENTION: The cutting edges of scissors are sharp and care should be taken whenever cutting or handling. Blunt-tip scissors should be used only by children 4 years and older. Pointed-tip scissors should be used only by children 6 years and older.
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