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Scratch Art

Kids can draw, write and create colourful patterns on their DIY scratch paper. It's an easy activity that all ages will enjoy!
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6+ For ages
45 Minutes
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Kids can draw, write and create colourful patterns on their DIY scratch paper. It's an easy activity that all ages will enjoy!

Get your supplies!

You will need:

  • Micador Oil Pastels

  • Micador Painting Paper

  • Tape

  • Black Paint (acrylic or tempera works best)

  • Colourfun Paintbrush

  • Scratching tool (toothpicks and paperclips work well)

Step 1: Create a background of colour!

Using pastels, fill a sheet of paper with a colourful pattern. There should be no white space or uncoloured areas. For best effect - try not to let the same colour touch.

Step 2: Secure your sheet

Using tape, fix your coloured sheet of paper to a larger piece of paper.

Step 3: Paint and cover with black paint

Apply a thick layer of black paint over the sheet, covering the colourful pattern. Acrylic or Tempera paint works best.

Step 4: Allow paint to completely dry

After covering the page with your black paint, allow it to dry for a couple of hours.

Step 5: Scratch out lines and shapes

Use the tip of your scratching tool to scratch out lines and draw pictures. Your colourful pastel layer beneath will show through and create a beautiful image. Scratching tool options: toothpicks, paper clips, chopsticks or a modelling tools work well!

Step 6: Some scratch art inspiration.

Try your hand at family portraits, welcome home signs, birthday cards or rainbow butterflies!

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