Sidewalk chalk season is almost here!! Start collecting toilet paper rolls, so you can make your own with your kids.
Supplies
- Plaster of Paris
- Disposable mixing containers
- Disposable mixing utensil such as a Popsicle stick
- Tempera paint
- Wax paper
- Duct tape
- 5 to 8 toilet paper rolls
- Scissors
Directions
Tape off the bottom of your toilet paper rolls with duct tape nice and securely. Then line the insides of the rolls with wax paper.
Place rolls on a wax paper lined baking dish, or cookie sheet. Set aside.
Mix one cup Plaster of Paris to the ratio of water recommended on the box. Mix in tempera paint – whatever amount to reach your desired color. A few tablespoons should do the trick.
Mix thoroughly:
Tip: If you want a rainbow effect, or to make striped chalk, allow the plaster to set a bit before pouring. That way you can layer it easily. For a swirl, layer the colors and then take a bamboo skewer and run through the liquid plaster.
Pour the mix into the toilet paper rolls and let sit a few hours. When plaster is hardened, peel the roll away from the chalk and continue to let dry a few days. Throw used containers and mixers in the trash. You don’t want plaster clogging your drains. 😉
Now, go play some hopscotch with your kids! So much fun!!!
