I am always trying to think of fun activities for my kids. I am a clean freak so I usually try to think of things that won't make a big mess. This one wasn't bad at all, but I guess it depends on the ages of your kids.
I used a bowl to cut out giant cookies. The size gives the kids more room to color. Plus, how often do they get to eat such a big cookie?
For the "paint" I mixed some corn syrup (Karo syrup) with water and then added food coloring. I did this so it would be a little thicker and easier to work with. It also doesn't make the cookie soggy. Give them cups of water for rinsing their brushes in between colors too. Any time I do a potentially messy project I give the kids an old tee shirt to wear over their clothes.
This entertained my kids for about 30 minutes (which in kid time is an eternity) They loved it!
The best piece of artwork is one you can EAT!
Great idea!! Thanks for sharing. We do lots of sleepovers at my house, this would be fun to do!
What a great idea. I can't wait to do this.
Jennifer Jensen told me about your blog & I'm loving it!
Love it! I will have to try this with my oldest!
New follower here, found you off "someday crafts"
I agree with your beginning statement in disappointment in others response when you say your a SAHM. I too have chosen to stay at home with my 2 kids and I wouldn't change it for the world!
-Angie
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Another new follower, courtesy of Someday Crafts. I am also a SAHM mom to boys (although only half as many as you have), and I love to see how other moms in blogland are keeping their little guys entertained.
Amazing! I'm going to use this as Cookie Monster Cookie Decorating for my daughter's birthday.