How to make paint from flowers

How to Make Watercolor Paints from Flower Petals - Making water color paints from flower petals is a fun craft for kids that can be used in art projects.

In this blog post I’ll show you how to quickly and simply extract dye from coreopsis flowers using hot water. This makes a beautiful dye that can be used like watercolour paint. Then we’ll play with lemon juice and bicarbonate of soda (baking soda) to make a wider range of colours. The paint only takes...

Making paint with flower petals is a great way to combine science exploration with art.

Learn how to make natural plant-based watercolor paint for children. Step-by-step process and fun activity for the whole family.

You can create your own natural fabric dyes with plants you can find in your own flower garden. We've created a list of common flowers that can be used to make your own dyes for any DIY or craft projects. Take a look, you might already have some of these flowers growing in your garden!

I’ve been making an exciting foray into the world of natural paints and inks. It’s not so different from natural dyeing really. You can use the same dye plants but just create a really strong dye b…

As you all know by now, I love painting with watercolor. I have shared my

How To Make Floral Ink From Flower Petals 1. Mash the flower petals in a jar or bowl using a pestle or any other grinding implement. 2. Pour boiling water over the petals, just enough that they are covered. 3. Let sit for 24 hours, preferably in a sunny spot. 4. Strain and use!

Time: 10 mins Ages: Toddlers to Little Kids Difficulty: Easypeasy

From moss to milk, these alternatives to the usual drawing tools will inspire you to create in a different and super fun way!