Finger Paint

With a batch of this quick and easy paint, you can turn your kids into artist with newsprint, paper or in the bathtub. Store in an airtight container.





Ingredients:
2 tablespoons sugar
1/3 cup cornstarch
2 cups cold water
1/4 cup clear dishwashing liquid
Food Coloring (for more vibrant colors, use food color paste)

Mix the sugar and cornstarch in a small pan, then slowly add the water.
Cook over low heat, stirring until the mixture becomes a smooth, almost clear gel
(about 5 minutes)
When the mixture is cool, stir in the dishwashing liquid. Scoop equal amount into several containers and stir in the fool coloring.
Because this paint contains dish soap, it dissolves in water. Perfect for bathtub finger painting.
**Test to be sure bright paints won't leave a residue, most come clean with a powdered cleaner**