10. Handprint “Rainbow Clouds”
This is a high-color craft that brightens up any room. The handprint becomes the fluffy cloud that holds up a beautiful spring rainbow.
- Materials: White paint, strips of rainbow-colored paper, glue.
- Steps:
- Make a white handprint (the cloud) at the top of a blue piece of paper.
- Glue strips of colored paper (red, orange, yellow, green, blue, purple) coming down from the fingers.
- It looks like a rainbow is “pouring” out of the cloud!
Tips for Handprint Crafting Success
- Cardstock is King: Regular paper often wrinkles when it gets wet with paint. Use heavy cardstock to ensure your keepsakes last for years.
- Wet Wipes Ready: Have a pack of baby wipes or a wet washcloth immediately on hand. As soon as the print is made, wipe the hand to prevent “colorful” footprints all over your house!
- The “Squish” Factor: For the best prints, place the paper on a flat, hard surface and gently press each of the child’s fingers down individually to make sure the paint transfers evenly.