We were also inspired by the shoe tying practice available fromthe version we saw atMaking Learning Fun.
And let me tell you, I am hooked!
The marbled painting technique on a seahorse makes for a perfect ocean craft for kids!
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Supplies Needed to Make your Seahorse
Instructions for the Marbled Painting Technique
1.
(The heavier paper is necessary due to the painting technique.)
Squirt some shaving cream into container
Squirt some shaving cream into your container, enough to fill the bottom.
you might see how mine looked after swirling in the picture below.
After leaving it there for several seconds, lift it out carefully.
Remove excess shaving cream from seahorse
Lay your sea animal down to dry for a couple minutes.
Use asqueegeeto remove the excess shaving cream from your seahorse craft.
Let seahorse dry completely
Let it dry completely.
I used a black marker to redraw the fin as it got covered up by the paint.
I couldnt see the lines anymore, so I just had to wing it.
Instructions for Lacing Practice
7.
Just do your best to punch holes evenly along the outside edge of the seahorses head.
Another option is to hand draw an eye with a black marker.
We really enjoyed the marbled painting method and will definitely be using it again!
Have you tried it before?
Do you have a favorite painting or crafting technique?
