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We love to use books as a way to inspire young learners & set a context for the project. You don’t have to do things our way, but if this technique speaks to you, we’ll suggest books every month. You can order them on Amazon, sometimes they’ll be available in a digital format, get them from the library.
Below are links for some templates you can print out and use for paper cutting inspiration (you may have to play around a bit with the size when you print them out since everyone’s settings are a little different):
Try using string or rubber bands to tie the paper before you dye it. Use binder clips in different places before you dye the paper, try sewing by hand on the paper before you dye it.
While our kid-friendly version doesn’t involve sewing or tying up the paper, but you can experiment with that. You could also take the project further by trying Shabori with fabric.
These Japanese Carp Windsocks are another way to take the project further. They are made out of color diffusing paper also.
DoWNLoAD PROJECT InSTRUCTIoNS HERE In Case You Need to Order a Few Supplies: *Note, we do receive a small commission when you purchase through these affiliate links but it does not increase your price at all, so we hope if you purchase some supplies, you’ll purchase them through the links! Grafix Plastic Print Plates (Remember, …
I’m often asked: “What basic supplies should I get if I want to do art with my kids?” This question comes up a lot with parents wanting to do homeschool art and parents who see the value in giving their kids an art education. The answer depends on your purpose. Do you want to give …
Here are your Self Portrait Project Instructions to view, download, and/or print! In Case You Need to Order a Few Supplies*: Just about any colored pencils will work. If you need to purchase some, we like these because they’re good quality, eco-friendly, and inclusive of many different skin tones! The same goes for paper, almost …
Shibori Paper Dyeing & Chinese Paper Cutting Project
In case you didn’t see it in our Facebook Group, here’s a great video & article to give you some historical background on Shibori.
*Here is your downloadable & printable project plan!
In Case You Need to Order a Few Supplies:
*Note, we do receive a small commission when you purchase through these affiliate links but it does not increase your price at all, so we hope if you purchase some supplies, you’ll purchase them through the links!
Suggested Book: Suki’s Kimono by Chieri Uegaki. Here is a read aloud of Suki’s Kimono, read by the author!
We love to use books as a way to inspire young learners & set a context for the project. You don’t have to do things our way, but if this technique speaks to you, we’ll suggest books every month. You can order them on Amazon, sometimes they’ll be available in a digital format, get them from the library.
Below are links for some templates you can print out and use for paper cutting inspiration (you may have to play around a bit with the size when you print them out since everyone’s settings are a little different):
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What basic supplies should I get if I want to do art with my kids?
I’m often asked: “What basic supplies should I get if I want to do art with my kids?” This question comes up a lot with parents wanting to do homeschool art and parents who see the value in giving their kids an art education. The answer depends on your purpose. Do you want to give …
Self Portrait Project
Here are your Self Portrait Project Instructions to view, download, and/or print! In Case You Need to Order a Few Supplies*: Just about any colored pencils will work. If you need to purchase some, we like these because they’re good quality, eco-friendly, and inclusive of many different skin tones! The same goes for paper, almost …