Create a Canvas of Bold Color With Your Child

By Sarah Lipoff

This is a fun project for kids just beginning to learn about shapes — and those figuring out patterns. Vibrant squares of tissue paper make for a simple and colorful project that really has no rules. Layer on stacks of squares, repeat a pattern of color, or use for creating a design. The creative ideas are endless!

What You'll Need:

  • Canvas
  • Tissue paper
  • Scissors
  • Glue
  • Small container
  • Water
  • Foam brush

Directions:

  1. Precut the tissue paper into small squares, then prep by mixing equal parts water and glue in a small container.
  2. Invite your child to start placing squares of tissue on the canvas then painting over with the foam brush.
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  1. Continue placing and gluing until the entire canvas is covered. Once it's dry, hang on a wall with your child's other artwork.
POPSUGAR Photography | Sarah Lipoff

Want more painting ideas? Check out this post filled with canvas creations.