Need a simple pumpkin art idea that’s suitable for kids that doubles up as a science experiment? Give this pumpkin fizzy painting art a try. It’s a perfect idea to get the little ones interested in art and science and it’s a fun activity for the season of pumpkins.
This is a great project for both fall and Halloween. Just add a pair of eyes, nose, and mouth, and you’ve got yourself a Jack-o-Lantern art.
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Easy, quick, and just messy enough.
How to Make the Pumpkin Fizzy Painting Art
What you need:
- printable template
- baking soda
- white vinegar
- art tray
- paint pipettes/droppers
- small cups
- washable paints or food coloring
Tip: We suggest printing the pumpkin template on heavier paper to ensure the best results and provide a sturdy base for your child’s creative masterpiece.
Step by Step Instructions
Fill three cups to the brim with vinegar, setting the stage for fizzy fun!
Add 3-5 drops of magical food coloring (or washable paint) to each vinegar cup, then mix well for a vibrant potion.
Place paint pipettes (droppers) into each one.
Cover the bottom of a deep activity tray with baking soda, creating a snowy canvas for your child’s masterpiece.
Have your kids use droppers to add colorful vinegar to the baking soda tray, creating a mesmerizing, fizzy reaction.
Oversaturate the baking soda slightly for a truly stunning visual display.
Have kids add as much color as they see fit.
Have them play with mixing the colors.
Let’s add some more orange and yellow.
Have children generously apply color over the entire baking soda surface, creating a vibrant foundation for their pumpkin artwork.
Once the baking soda is completely covered in color, carefully place the pumpkin template on top.
Gently press the template down, moving it around to create a unique design.
Allow the paper to sit on the baking soda and vinegar mixture for at least 30 seconds, ensuring a vibrant result.
Then, gently grab the paper and peel it off.
Slowly.
Let the pumpkin art dry completely.
What a fun way to dive into the world of colors and reactions!
Your child has created a pumpkin masterpiece using the fantastic fusion of science and art.
Stay crafty!
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