The materials are simple, the process easy- and fun too.
You need copy paper, crayons, and shoe polish.
This time we drew hearts for Valentine's Day, but I've used the same technique with abstract compositions and other themes and ideas too.
Have the kids color, pressing hard to solidly fill the space. Lighter, brighter colors work best. Or make sure to have contrast if you use darker colors. Once the whole paper is covered, crumple the paper a few times. Smooth out with your hand, being careful not to tear the paper.
Next, roll black liquid shoe polish over the whole thing and wipe with a paper towel. (It's the kind that comes in a bottle with a sponge applicator on the top.) Once it's dry, buff again with a paper towel to give it a bit of shine.
I made an interactive sign for the display... 
(I watched kids flip it open to read as they walked by to the lunchroom. That was fun to see!)
These are 6"x6", mounted on 8"x8" colored paper. Have a Wonderful Valentine's Day!
This is so fun! It brings out the child in me! I am definitely going to try this. Thanks for the instructions.
ReplyDeleteLove your Paper Quilt display. Oh.. so inspiring!
Happy Valentine's Day!
Great project! They turned out beautifully.
ReplyDeletewhat a great idea!! I heard about using crayons on trace paper and then iron it to make it melt, but this I've never seen! I will do that with me kids on a rainy day! Thanks
ReplyDeleteReally cute. I love the display you did with the kids art. I never heard of that process. I will have to remember that to do with my grandchildren when they are old enough. Happy Valentines day to you. Karen
ReplyDeleteThey turned out really well. I bet the kids loved em. jan
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