Mix 1 + 1 for Summer Fun!

Looking for an instant summer boredom buster that won't break the bank? This two-ingredient sidewalk chalk paint is about to become your secret weapon for outdoor fun! Mix it up in minutes and watch your driveway transform into a canvas for creative summer memories.

DIY Sidewalk Chalk Paint

What is the magic formula for summer fun?

Just cornstarch and water! That's right – no special art supplies needed for this budget-friendly activity. Just raid your pantry, add a teeny-tiny drop of food coloring (seriously, just ONE drop or you'll risk staining), and voilà – homemade sidewalk paint that washes clean with the next rain shower or garden hose spray.

Here's the scoop:

1. Mix equal parts cornstarch and water until smooth (think pancake batter consistency)

2. Divide your mixture into cups or a muffin tin for multiple colors

3. Add ONE drop of food coloring to each container (resist the urge for more!)

4. Grab brushes, sponges, or foam painters and hit the sidewalk!

Bright vibrant colors, ready to create masterpieces!

The best part?

Unlike store-bought sidewalk chalk, this paint glides on smoothly and creates vibrant masterpieces that pop against the concrete. Kids can paint everything from summer landscapes to hopscotch boards to welcome messages for neighbors passing by.

Pro tip: This makes an awesome playdate activity – each kid gets their own color cup and section of sidewalk. Just be sure to dress for mess (though it does wash out of most clothes)!

So grab those ingredients and get outside – summer memories are waiting to be made, one colorful brushstroke at a time!