5 Ways to Create the Rainbow

5 ways to make life brighter! Try out our rainbow techniques using Crayola supplies to make colorful ROYGBIV creations.

Ages: 4 and up, 8 and up, Tween and up, 6 and up, Adult

Summer

CIY Staff

Supplies/Tools Directions Staff Tips

Create It Yourself

Supplies Needed

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Colored Pencils
Crayons
Markers
Paint
Paint Brushes
Watercolors
Canvas
Cardstock
Coffee Filter(s)
Comb
Disposable Cup
Hair Dryer
Spray Bottle
Water

Steps

Step 1

To create Rainbow Comb Painting: Pour small amount of each paint color onto canvas, overlapping slightly.
Step 2

Drag comb through paint to create desired pattern. Dry 1–2 hours.
Step 3

To create Rainbow Tie Dye Coffee Filter: Color on coffee filter with markers.
Step 4

Spray with water. Dry 1–2 hours.
Step 5

To create Rainbow Watercolor Drip: Sketch and color cityscape with watercolor pencils on cardstock.
Step 6

Blend colors with water using paint brush. Tilt cardstock vertically to create drip effect. Dry 1–2 hours.
Step 7

To create Rainbow Watercolor Resist Art: Draw design with white crayon on white cardstock.
Step 8

Paint over crayon with watercolors to reveal the resist. Dry 1–2 hours.
Step 9

To create Rainbow Melted Crayon Art: Partially rip each crayon wrapper to expose half of crayon.
Step 10

With the help of an adult, hold crayon a few inches above canvas and use hair dryer to melt crayon onto canvas. Repeat with different colors to create desired pattern. Let cool 15 minutes.

Crafts

CIY Staff Tips

This craft includes the use of a hair dryer. Adult assistance required.

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