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Recipe Index » Family » Arts & Crafts » Squirt Gun Art

Squirt Gun Art

Published by Meaghan on June 16, 2014 | last updated on September 30, 2016.

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Late last month a whole new crop of pool toys and water guns have popped up at stores, nationwide, overnight. I’ve already noticed most of the pool sections have been ransacked and what’s left picked over. This is the perfect time to start looking out for deals. If you come across a package of squirt guns on sale, don’t hesitate to snag them. Beyond the pool, they’re great for making some really neat artwork. The sons couldn’t believe I’d handed them squirt guns full of paint. Yes, paint. It really was an exercise in trust. But, we were outside so I figured what’s the worst that can happen? Pictures completed they’ll cease squirting canvas and turn their weapons on each other. When they’ve run out of ammo, I’ll just hose the warriors down. (I had the forethought to use washable paint at least) Problem solved and great, healthy fun was had by all. Plus, they left me with some pretty snazzy art work to hang on the walls!

If you are looking for a fun, yet inexpensive, art project this summer then look no further. This water gun painting project was a blast and such a nice change of pace from the regular painting that we usually do! For the painting here, I used cheaper guns that I found in the dollar spot at Target, but don’t fear using the more expensive ones because from my experience the paint will not ruin the guns, it rinses away easily with water.

Squirt Gun Art

4 Sons 'R' Us: Squirt Gun Art

Tempera paint
Squirt Guns
Water
Canvas
Painters Tape (optional)
drop cloth or old sheet or even an old towel

Directions

1. Mix the tempera paint with a little water (a 50/50 mixture).
2. Use a measuring cup with a pour spout and slowly pour in the paint/water mixture.
3. Use the painters tape to make  a design on the canvas or just use the entire blank canvas, as is.
4. Go outside and go to town!
5. Lay the canvas out and wait for the paint to dry before taking the tape off or moving.

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  1. Lori says

    June 16, 2014 at 1:41 pm

    I love it! How fun and how creative!

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    • 4 Sons 'R' Us says

      June 16, 2014 at 2:34 pm

      Thanks Lori! The sons really enjoyed it 🙂

      Reply
  2. apuginthekitchen says

    June 16, 2014 at 8:14 pm

    Now that is fun, love it and the kids would love it too!

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    • 4 Sons 'R' Us says

      June 16, 2014 at 11:20 pm

      They had a blast! It’s so frugal and I’m all for the healthy fun. Even the 15 year old got in on the action 😉

      Reply
  3. Audrey says

    June 17, 2014 at 11:12 pm

    I usually buy massive amounts of sidewalk chalk, but now I’m thinking paint in squirt guns could decorate sidewalks too! The grandkids will think I’m the coolest Grandma!

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    • 4 Sons 'R' Us says

      June 18, 2014 at 1:34 pm

      The sons go through some sidewalk chalk for sure! They love having options, and options keep them from getting bored quite as quickly. They will definitely have the coolest grandma on the block with this 🙂

      Reply
  4. Ashley @ 3 Little Greenwoods says

    June 25, 2014 at 10:48 pm

    Wonderful Summer Activity! Thanks for sharing at Show-Licious Craft and Recipe Party!
    ~ Ashley

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  5. linda quackenbush says

    July 9, 2014 at 12:20 am

    Thanks! I’ll have fun with the kiddos!

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    • 4 Sons 'R' Us says

      July 9, 2014 at 4:57 pm

      They’ll LOVE it! Best part, you can let them get down and dirty guilt free 🙂

      Reply

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