Have you ever tried salt painting with your little ones? It’s an easy and creative winter craft that’s perfect for cold days indoors. These Salt Paint Snowflakes are a magical way to keep kids entertained, and the way the paint spreads across the salt creates stunning, shimmering designs!
The best part? You only need a few simple supplies—watercolor paper, glue, salt, and liquid paint—to create beautiful winter art. Use pre-made templates or let the kids design their own unique snowflakes for a personal touch.
So, gather your supplies, round up the kids, and create some dazzling snowflake art together.
What You’ll Need:
- Card stock or watercolor paper
- White glue
- Table salt
- Liquid watercolor paints or food coloring
- Paintbrush
- Pencil
- Printable snowflake template
Instructions:
Step 1:
Begin by downloading and printing the snowflake template. You can skip this if you plan to draw your own unique designs.
Step 2:
Place your template behind a sheet of card stock or watercolor paper, then hold it up to a window. Use a pencil to lightly trace the outline of the snowflake.
Pro Tip: For the best results, trace a thin line with your pencil before applying glue. I tried applying glue directly onto the template, but I found that the lines came out too thick and messy. Drawing first makes a huge difference in achieving a neat and delicate design!
Step 3:
Once your snowflakes are traced, place your paper on a cookie sheet, baking dish, or plastic table cloth to contain any mess. Then, use white glue to outline the snowflakes following your pencil lines.
Step 4:
While the glue is still wet, generously sprinkle salt over it. Shake off the excess by gently tipping the paper. Keep adding salt until all glue spots are fully covered.
Step 5:
You can either let the glue dry completely or start painting right away—it works both ways! Now comes the most exciting part. Mix a little food coloring with water, dip a paintbrush into the mixture, and lightly touch it to the salted snowflakes. Watch as the color spreads, forming beautiful frosty patterns. Let the kids experiment with different shades to create unique snowflake designs. Liquid watercolor paints work for this step as well!
And there you have it—gorgeous, shimmering Salt Paint Snowflakes! This project is a fantastic way to enjoy a winter afternoon indoors. If you give it a try, be sure to share your creations! I’d love to see how your snowy masterpieces turn out.
