Step-by-step tutorial
Step 1
In a large bowl, fill it with one part water and one part corn starch. We started with two cups of each, but you can increase or decrease this amount as needed. Our first batch was a little runny so we ended up mixing 2 cup water to 2.5 cups cornstarch for our second batch.
Step 2
Pour some into a squeeze bottle, leaving some extra space for mixing in watercolor.
Tip
You can also use paint cups, but we found squeeze bottles to be extra fun!
Step 3
Add liquid watercolor until the mixture reaches the vibrancy you'd like. Shake well to make sure the coloring is fully incorporated.
Step 4
Repeat steps 2-3 until to create a whole rainbow of chalk paint colors!
Step 5
Squirt a little paint on a driveway or sidewalk to test out the paint. Our paint washed away with water, but you might want to test your paint on a small area first.
Try making colorful patterns, drawing different scenes, or starting a round of hopscotch! Can you think of any other games to play with the chalk paint?Tip
If you are storing the paint for later use, the cornstarch will settle at the bottom of the bottle so make sure to shake well before squeezing!