I participated in a Influencer Activation on behalf of Influence Central for OshKosh B’Gosh. I received an OshKosh B’Gosh gift card to facilitate my post and a promotional item to thank me for my participation.
We unknowingly started a Mother’s Day tradition last year: sidewalk chalk painting. It was so much fun filling the entire driveway with our colorful creations. We had used a store-bought kit last year, but I had a sneaking suspicion that it could be made at home (and that someone had probably already tried it). So I decided that we would give it a go during a sunny and relaxing Mother’s Day weekend at home a few weeks ago.
It was so easy to make, I don’t know why I didn’t think of it myself! All you need are 3 simple ingredients…
DIY Sidewalk Chalk Paint
- corn starch
- water
- food coloring
I mixed 1 tablespoon of water, 1 tablespoon of corn starch, and enough food coloring for bright, vibrant colors. I used gel food coloring, but I’m sure the regular liquid variety would work just as well.
The paints were just as awesome as the store-bought kind. I’m thinking I’ll be making a lot more sidewalk chalk paint throughout the summer, for sure. Speaking of summer, I can’t believe it’s practically here. The green grass has returned, the sun is shining, and Bean is graduating from her first year of preschool!
I can’t believe how grown up my little Bean is. Look at how cute she is in her red, white, and blue OshKosh B’Gosh sundress and sandals. I love sundresses on little girls, and OshKosh B’Gosh had so many adorable and trendy ones to choose from! And I can’t wait to get out on the lake so that Bean can wear her new red, white, and blue swimsuit I picked up for her. It’s to die for cute. Cheers to summer fun!
What big plans do you have for your summer? What kinds of activities do you do with your kids to keep them entertained and outside enjoying the warm weather? Let’s chat about it in the comments below!
We use a similar recipe for bathtub paints–I don't know why I've never thought to use them outside! Genius. 🙂
What a great idea! I'll definitely be trying this with my nieces!
Ah, bath tub paint! That would be a great idea as well!
It's fun for kids and adults alike 🙂 Remember to use plenty of food coloring for bright, vibrant colors!
Wow nice girls