Cornstarch-Vinegar Paint

In the hot part of the afternoon, while BabyGirl slept sweatily upstairs, JediBoy and I had fun painting outside. We made this charming cornstarch-vinegar paint, which is as much fun to make as it is to use.

All you need is plain vinegar, cornstarch and food coloring - plus some baby food jars.

Measure 2 teaspoons of cornstarch, 2 teaspoons of vinegar and 20 drops of food coloring into a jar.

JediBoy enjoys being able to measure and pour all the ingredients himself, but the best part comes next: put the lid on (tight!) and SHAKE.

Once you’ve made a few colors, you’re ready to paint. It sounds like a tiny amount - just four teaspoons - but you’ll find it’s plenty. JediBoy and I made four colors, and we both painted, about a dozen sheets in all, and there was still paint left over.

I like this paint because as it dries it softens, and has an almost pastel finish.

JediBoy and I had a delightful time, only stopping when the thunder threatened. We saved our leftover paint, still in the jars, on the porch for tomorrow.