I am a bit of a hoarder sometimes. If I find an interesting looking toy I wonder, “Would that be fun to paint with?” I have a cupboard in my kitchen filled with things I could reuse for crafting and plastic bags filled with unique painting tools.
As we were putting away Valentine’s Day decorations I discovered some party blowers in my party storage tub and asked my son, “Do you think we could paint with these?” In the past we created a
party blower reading activity, which was a blast, so he was game to try party blower painting as well.
Materials Needed for Party Blower Painting:
- paint (lots of colors)
- a party blower
- large pad of paper
- a painting palette (we use paper and plastic plates at our house)
Painting activities that allow for free exploration and experimentation are the most popular ones at our house.
Once we had all of our materials ready, we dipped the party blower into the paint and then blew it towards the paper. Paint went flying a bit, but most of it landed on the paper. We used our easel since it was easiest to stand up and blow, but you could also just tape paper to the wall.
In addition to dipping the party blower into the paint palette, we also blew it into the palette, got it covered in paint, and then blew it towards the paper.
Did you know that blowing through party blowers is a great oral motor exercise? Blowing with tools like these helps with breath control and lip pursing along with helping your child develop awareness of their mouth and learn movements that are needed for making speech sounds. Who knew that something so fun could also be helpful for your child’s speech and
motor development?
We loved how each attempt was different and so colorful! Make sure you do this project in a space where a little flying paint is ok. 🙂
Although I did this creation with my almost 4 year old, I actually think it is more appropriate for kids 5 and up who have better self control and body awareness. I definitely recommend that you have your child do this activity with adult supervision… in fact, I have a feeling adults will want to jump in and try it themselves! I sure did!
Other favorite painting tools:
- toy cars
- toilet paper rolls
- soup cans
- forks
- paint rollers
- bubble wrap
- sticks
- old shoes
- straws
- toothpicks
- Legos
- sponges
- spray bottles
- Ziploc baggies
Painting tools that I have pinned recently and need to try:
What are your favorite unique painting tools?
What a fun and unique way to paint. Shared here http://siayla.blogspot.ca/2014/02/got-paint-try-painting-with-out-typical.html
I’m gone to inform my little brother, that he should also pay a visit this website on regular basis to obtain updated from most up-to-date gossip.
We just started painting with plastic combs. 🙂
Too funny Jodi! I actually have my own twin sister… so that would be hysterical to see us all together 🙂 My twin and I are identical and are always confusing people.
How much fun is this idea. He must have had a blast. On a random side note, I have twin friends Kelly and Kristen. Based on this picture of you, you could be the third triplet. I had to do a double take.
What fun! Great party activity. Thanks for sharing this. I would love it if you’d link this up on my blog carnival Family Time Tuesday!
Janice
I’m always running to find paintbrushes when it’s time to paint. I’m definitely going to try party blower painting, and lots of your other suggestions for painting tools. Thank you for reminding me to be creative!!
You’re too nice Liz. You are probably one of the most creative moms I know!
oh, how sad I am at all those party blowers that have found their way to our trash over the years from party loot bags! 🙁
I want to run out and by some – just to try this! Fun, Fun, Fun!
Wish you lived here Bern. I have far too many lying around and can’t get myself to toss them!!
JDaniel is just starting birthday season with his friends. I hope he gets a blower in one of his treat bags.
Love that you have a birthday season 🙂