Paint Paint Paint!

One of our favorite crafty-time activities is painting. T is always so proud of his artwork that he will show anyone and everyone who walks by it!

What you need:

1. age appropriate paint (we use Crayola washable, non-toxic paints, but most finger paint is non-toxic and safe for little ones - just double check the label)
2. roll of paper ( we picked one up at Ikea for $5 and it's lasted for over a year and a half and still going strong)
3. **optional (but helpful): paper plates, paint brushes, sponges, stamps, water, paper towels and/or wet wipes

• Pull out your paper and tape to edges of the table - this gives little ones a HUGE work space and you don't have to worry about your table getting painted - altnertatively: lay down newspaper and tape down paper
• Squirt small amounts of paint either on paper plates or right onto your paper (if it's thicker paper)
• Let your little ones creativity flow - give them paint brushes, let them use their fingers and hands (even feet if you're brave), chunky stamps are great for little fingers, sponges give different textures.
• Washable finger paints easily wipe up with just a wet wipe or a damp cloth (although, if your child is anything like mine, having a bath or shower ready to go is helpful.