How does Back to School time work where you live? Here in our Northern California town, the kids get out early for the first few weeks while teachers perform assessments after school each day. It has been difficult to get into a routine with these earlier dismissals. The kids haven't really gotten into the homework routine so they come home every day ready to play. I have been trying to have different play and art experiences for them when they get home, and this Paper Towel Art for Kids was a winner! This post has been sponsored by Bounty, but all opinions are my own.
You will need:
- Bounty paper towels
- Washable markers
- White paper
- Tray
- Spray bottle with water
The first step is to draw a design on the Bounty paper towel. With Bounty select a size, you can pick whatever size you want. I find the smallest size to be perfect for kids to color since it doesn't take too long to do. My kids did this in different ways. My twins colored the entire paper towel while my other daughter didn't cover every inch with her design. The results will be beautiful either way.
Get a tray and lay a piece of white paper on it. I found copy paper works well. Place the Bounty paper towel on top of the paper with the colored side down. Start spraying the water on top of the colored paper towel and spray until it is saturated. This was my daughters favorite step. Kids just love playing with water. My daughter even squirted me by accident. At least she said it was an accident...
After you have sprayed the paper towel, apply a clean sheet of Bounty on top and press down to make a transfer on the paper. Peel the two paper towel sheets off the paper to reveal your color transfer art. Place all of the paper towels and paper somewhere to dry. We happened to do this activity on a 105 degree day, so we just placed them outside for a little bit and they dried very quickly. This also makes a great sick day activity..
Once the activity is done, you may have some messy hands to contend with.
Simply wipe them with a dry or wet Bounty.
The really cool thing about paper towel art for kids is that if you look closely, you can see the patterns of the Bounty on the copy paper. It gives the art some texture and interest.
My kids considered the colored Bounty paper towels pieces of art as well. They remind me of a tie-dyed shirt.
When we finished the activity, we had lots of marker on our glass kitchen table. Bounty with Dawn to the rescue! Bounty provides me with the tools I need for cleaning, whether I have an art mess or a dinner mess. The best part is that one towel can clean my entire kitchen which totally speeds up my cleaning time, giving me more time to do the stuff that matters - like make art with my kids!
I am refreshing my cleaning routine this back to school season with NEW Bounty with Dawn. Bounty with Dawn is a multi-purpose cleaning towel that is activated by water and combines the power of Dawn with ultra durable Bounty. I have found that Bounty and Bounty with Dawn are necessary to keep my kitchen clean hence this dual paper towel holder. For spills and messes that need an absorbent paper towel, I can grab my Bounty, but for those stickier messes (often created by my kids) the new Bounty with Dawn is the way to go.
THE GIVEAWAY HAS ENDED. THANK YOU!
If you would like a chance to take home one of these cool limited edition dual paper towel holders with a Bounty paper towel roll and a NEW Bounty with Dawn roll, you are in luck. The good folks at Bounty will be giving them to the first 45 of you readers who leave a comment sharing how you are refreshing your routine to be more efficient this Back to School season. Be sure to let me know your email address so I can contact you. I moderate my comments, so your comment will not appear instantly. US only.
Sandra Slack says
I have added a shredder to my mail opening area so things can be shredded as soon as they are dealt with.
Vicky says
Congratulations! You will be getting the prize pack. I have sent you and email with more details. Thanks for the comment!
Tonya Atkinson says
I am refreshing my routine by getting up earlier and taking the time to pick things up before clutter starts.
Vicky says
Congratulations! You will be getting the prize pack. I have sent you and email with more details. Thanks for the comment!
chickie brewer says
Love using bounty for wiping and cleaning.. although I'm usually stuck having to buy the store brand.
Vicky says
You will be getting a prize pack! Will be sending you an email with more info!
chickie brewer says
Thank-you so much!!!
Faye Winter says
And I just noticed the "US only" notice. 🙁 But will still be using the idea so not all bad 🙂
Vicky says
Faye, I am sorry, but I hope you will visit again. Have a wonderful weekend!
Faye Winter says
We are looking at more education sites that are offering fantastic ideas that we haven't seen before, such as this! We have done art projects using wet wipes but not paper towels so thanks guys this will be one that is going to be used during summer!
LynneT says
Refreshing the routine by making sure that clothes are laid out the night before and lunches are made. Makes things go much faster in the morning.
Vicky says
You will be getting a prize pack Lynne! Will be sending you an email with more info!
LynneT says
Thank you Vicky! Just saw a commercial for these and think they will be very handy to have around.
Michelle Bartley says
I always use Bounty for quick cleanups so we have more time for schoolwork and crafts!!
Michelle Bartley says
My email is michellebartley1 at gmaildotcom
Vicky says
You will be getting a prize pack Michelle! Will be sending you an email with more info!
Denise S says
This art project is a great idea for kids. Its very generous of them to offer these prizes too.
Vicky says
Congratulations! You will be getting the prize pack. I have sent you and email with more details. Thanks for the comment!
flooderette says
Making lists and crossing things out as I do them, much more efficient and I don't forget things
Vicky says
Congratulations! You will be getting the prize pack. I have sent you and email with more information. Thanks for the comment!
Cheryl Larimer says
I am touching papers one time. Pay bill; throw paper; file...whatever it takes to reduce the clutter. gypsy58 at hotmail dot com
Vicky says
Congratulations! You will be getting the prize pack. I have sent you and email with more information. Thanks for the comment!