A few days ago I wrote about how to make sidewalk chalk. After a bit of testing I wanted something that was more vivid in color. Then my daughter smiled at me after drinking her Kool-aid and as I wiped off her little face I realized the answer was staring me in the face.
Ahh, Koolaid the high sugar power drink for kids! Now we can use it to power our message that we are mobilizing and taking back our government.
Below are three recipes that I tested. * Note I did substitute, Mixade, a less expensive version of Kool-Aid.
- Flour based paint
- Directions: In a large pot add 3 cups of water and 3 tbsp of oil. Bring to a boil and add the following:
- 2 cups flour
- 2 packs unsweetened Mixade or Kool-Aid
- 1/2 cup salt
This recipe makes a very good consistency and makes really vivid colors!
- Cornstarch based Paint
I then tried a variation on the corn starch that I used for chalk. This time I added more cornstarch and the Mixade instead of food coloring.- Directions: Mix cornstarch and water in a saucepan and stir until mixture thickens.
- Allow to cool, then add Mixade.
- This one makes very vivid colors too.
- Corn Syrup based Paint
- This one is simple and has but two ingredients
- Directions:
- Pour corn syrup into bowl.
- Add your favorite color of Mixade
- For this one you have to have time for it to dry but it paints very nicely almost like traditional paint.
- Also be aware that this is sticky!
I suggest that you use a small roller with a square bucket for ease of use. Also, if you do use these let me know your results and send photo’s.
I know its been a while since you posted this, but I have a few questions. With the flour based paint, is the consistency more like a puffy paint? I only ask because I have found that many of the flour based paints I have looked into are described as “puffy” paint. My second question is, could you substitute the kool-aid for food coloring? or would that effect the consistency?
Good questions. I did not experience any puffiness. I suggest you add it slowly and test as you go.
I did try kool-aid and found that it works too. Both stain equally well 😉
I have been playing with tempura paints and will add that recipe here by Monday. Please check back.
Thank you. I will happily be following your posts 🙂