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Boredom Buster: Turn Your Cookie Sheet into a Fun Painting Project

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Inside this post: an easy boredom buster that turns a cookie sheet into a coloring page. Plus, how to clean the paint and sharpie off easily.

The running joke over on Instagram is that I’m always taking something out the kitchen, ignoring it’s intended use, and turning it into a toddler toy. Seriously, you can see for yourself.

Today?

Today is no different.

But before you run and start drawing all over your kitchen supplies with sharpies, I want you to see exactly how to turn your cookie sheet into a fun painting project. Because there are a few essential steps that you’ve got to know before you start!How to do an easy paint project with your cookie sheet. This is the best boredom buster because it's *actually* simple. You don't need to run to the store or buy a bunch of stuff, just pure simple fun that will keep you kids engaged. Here's to a fab summer! #summer #bored #boredom #art #rainbow #artproject #fun #kidsactivities #toddlers #preschool #elementary #teacher

First and foremost, you’ve got to know that sharpie comes off of cookie sheets.

Why do you need to know that?

Because sharpie pens are how you’ll draw images on your baking sheet for your child to paint. It’s kind of essential to this project!

How to Remove Sharpie From a Cookie Sheet

I did a small test in the corner of my baking sheet by drawing a little line. Then, I grabbed the secret sharpie removing ingredient –> RUBBING ALCOHOL and tried to wipe it away.

The sharpie came off easily.

But, I recommend using a tissue or paper towel instead of a sponge to soak with rubbing alcohol and scrub. The tissues works wayyy better than the sponge.

I’ll get to how to clean up the tempera paint in just a minute.

But first, here’s what you’ll need to make this boredom buster…

Easy painting activity with a cookie sheet. Read why you should be making this right now with your kids and how to clean it all up easily.

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Materials for This Fun Boredom Buster

  • Cookie Sheet (Flip it over and use the bottom of the sheet)
  • Sharpie
  • Washable Tempera Paints
  • Dish soap (add to the paint to make for super easy clean up)
  • Paper
  • Rubbing Alcohol (This is what will get the sharpie off of your cookie sheet. Use with a tissue or paper towel and always test a small spot first or you may end up with a permanent rainbow!)

When you are setting everything up, add a little bit of dish soap to your paints for even easier cleanup.

Remember, check the type of paints you have. You want to use washable tempera paints like this one.

Quick teacher paint tip to keep painting clean up super easy.

Now, for the good stuff! Let’s dive into how to do this project with your child.

There are so many different images that you can draw on your cookie sheet. I drew a rainbow for this boredom buster because it was easy.

But, we did this several times in an afternoon.

My daughter drew her own design, then I drew a train and a horse-like anteater for my son. Nobody said it has to be perfect.

The options are endless.

How to paint on a cookie sheet without ruining it. Remove sharpie easily and bust your child's boredom with this!

How to Make Your Cookie Sheet into a Coloring Page

  1. Draw a basic design on the back of your cookie sheet in sharpie.
  2. Let kids paint.
  3. If you want to make a print: Place a piece of paper on the final project, press down all over, then gently peel the paper back to reveal your print.
  4. Wash away the paint and paint it again. Or, remove the sharpie to draw a new design.

Making cookie sheet prints after painting. Easy cookie sheet prints. Make a rainbow or whatever design you'd like. Fun boredom buster for kids in the summer!

We made painted, printed, and guess what?

My kid’s boredom was officially busted!

I can’t wait to hear what designs you child comes up with. Leave a comment here or head over to Instagram where I’m always sharing easy, fun activities like this.

Have fun, friend!

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Katie Joiner Katie Joiner is a happy work-at-home Mom. When she's not busy saving her cats from the kids and trying to figure out what's for dinner, she can be found taking photos, laughing with her kids, and figuring out whether or not she can sneak in another Starbucks. Kids 7, 4, & baby <1. Come over and say hi at her FB page, @Happilyevermom, or , her favorite spot, Pinterest.

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