Easy Finger Paint Recipe

Homemade finger painting is one of the best ways for young kiddos (and big ones) to explore process art! Talk about a sensory-rich experience filled with amazing color and texture! Our homemade finger paint is sure to please the artist within everyone. Explore easy painting ideas that are perfect for every kiddo and budget-friendly, too!

Homemade Finger Paint

Make kids paint with our homemade paint recipes the kids will love to mix up with you. From our popular puffy paint recipe to DIY watercolors, we have many fun ideas for making paint at home or in the classroom.

THE BENEFITS OF FINGER PAINTING

Fine motor development skills by strengthening fingers and hand muscles.
Play Skills {emotional development}
Sensory processing Uses the senses of touching and smelling. Try our edible finger paint for a taste sensory experience.
Focusing on the process, not the end product.

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Finger Paint Recipe

How do you make homemade finger paint? Only a few simple ingredients are needed for super fun, non-toxic finger paint.

YOU WILL NEED:

½ teaspoon salt
½ cup cornstarch
2 cups water
2 tablespoons liquid dish soap
Gel food coloring

HOW TO MAKE FINGER PAINT

STEP 1. Combine all ingredients in a medium saucepan.

STEP 2. Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly until the mixture thickens into a jelly consistency. The paint will thicken slightly as it cools.

STEP 3. Divide the mixture into separate containers. Add gel food coloring as desired and stir to combine.

Time to do some finger painting!

How Long Does Homemade Finger Paint Last?

Homemade finger paint can be stored in airtight containers at room temperature for up to 7 days. The paint may need to be stirred prior to use.

More Homemade Paint Recipes

DIY Tempera Paint
Homemade Puffy Paint
DIY Watercolors
Traditional Homemade Paint
Sidewalk Paint
Glow Paint for Bath

More Helpful Art Resources

Printable Art Bundle

You’ll find each of our famous artists featured in our Famous Artists Project Pack 👇 including tons of fantastic resources!

This bundle includes a variety of art packs to cover different areas of the art experience! Perfect for ages 5-12, with various activities to suit all age levels. Easy to use in the home or classroom.

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PACKS INCLUDE:

Famous Artists Project Pack with 25+ artists to explore past and present, including women, people of color, and indigenous peoples.
Artists Challenge Pack: Various extra art projects, including a museum scavenger hunt and extras.
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Art and Playdough Pack: Make homemade playdough and use these art mats with kids of all ages. They feature famous artists and simple information.
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