The first step in doing crafts with kids
is the prep.
I should mention, though we have a baby on the way, we don't exactly live in a child friendly environment. Our open concept, 2-bedroom, yard-less, white-carpeted condo is for singles, newlyweds or seniors. It doesn't exactly lend itself to energetic, creative, messy munchkins (and let's be clear, those are exactly the types of munchkins I want!) So, the preparation process is key.
a. I covered the table with newspaper (junk mail) and secured it by taping it down.
b. I put an old stool in the bathroom so my little guest could reach the sink. The thing about the stool is that it is a 3-legged stool which seems to have been created for decoration and likely doesn't meet safety standards.
c. I taped the four canvases in different configurations and got the paints out.
Ready for step two!
Enter: Naomi.
The second, and doubtless the most important step in doing arts and crafts with kids is ensuring you have a kid in your possession. I was lucky enough to borrow this one from dear friends, Seth and Rebekah. In fact, Naomi is my very first art student. Approaching her final weeks as a two-year-old, Naomi is a free-spirited tot with a passion for pretending. She enjoys long walks through Costco, has a deep respect for Little Bear and loves to wear dresses.
Add: Smock
This is Naomi's "smile" for the camera.
Final Step: PAINT!
Hands make great stamps.
Naomi loved turning the water different colours
the master at work.
Cleanup time.
ta-da!
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