Dive into creativity this summer with a delightful and easy art project: Water Marbling! Marbling, an ancient technique that swirls paint on water to create mesmerizing designs reminiscent of marble or stone, is not only beautiful but also a perfect hands-on activity for you and your kids. Whether you’re seeking a fun afternoon activity or a creative way to create a keepsake, this step-by-step guide will show you how to create stunning marbled masterpieces together. Explore the magic of water marbling!
Step 1: Gather All Your Supplies: Paper, large bucket, hot water, water marbling acrylic paint, water marbling medium, toothpicks, and paper towels.
Step 2: Create the Water Bath: Take a large bucket and fill it with hot water and sprinkle in in 1 tsp of water marbling medium (this will help the paint stay on the surface of the water!). Stir the medium into the water and let it completely dissolve before you move onto the next step.
Step 3: Add Color: Add droplets of paint on top of the water to start creating your design. This is where you can be creative and add as many colors as your heart desires.
Step 4: Swirl: Use a toothpick to swirl the colors around to create a unique marbled design.
Step 5: Transfer the Design: Carefully lay your paper onto the water’s surface and then slowly peel it away.
Step 6: Dry Your Design: Lay your wet paper down on paper towels to dry overnight. Once they are dry, you can hang your art up and admire it or let your little one draw on top of the paper to create even more fun designs.
If you love swirly marble designs like this, be sure to check out our new summer collection here. We’d love to see you recreate this project with your kiddos this summer, be sure to tag us in your photos on Instagram @TeaCollection!