Easy Homemade Puffy Paint
This magical puffy paint puffs up in the microwave for squishy, 3D art fun. Made with simple pantry ingredients—perfect for creative kids, quick crafts, and sensory art play!
Yield: 1 batch
Cost: 1
Equipment
- small mixing bowl
- spoon or stir stick
- paintbrush or cotton swab
- microwave-safe cardstock or cardboard
- microwave
Materials
- 1 tbsp self-rising flour
- 1 tbsp salt
- 1 tsp water (adjust as needed)
- food coloring (any color)
Instructions
- Mix 1 tablespoon self-rising flour and 1 tablespoon salt in a small bowl.
- Slowly add 1 teaspoon water, mixing until thick and creamy. Add more water if needed, but don’t make it runny.
- Add a few drops of food coloring and stir until evenly mixed. Repeat for multiple colors.
- Paint on microwave-safe cardstock or cardboard using a brush, cotton swab, or squeeze bottle.
- Microwave artwork for 30 seconds. The paint will puff up and dry into a 3D texture.
- Let your puffy painting cool. Then touch and admire your soft, foamy masterpiece!
Notes
Use microwave-safe cardstock or cardboard only. Store leftovers in small airtight containers and stir before reuse. Add glitter for sparkle or use squeeze bottles for detailed designs.