How to create amazing rainbow swirl art
Here's an easy toddler activity where Skittles 'magically' create a lovely swirly art masterpiece – and it only take 15 minutes...
We love this arty, edible activity that’s brilliant for toddlers and preschoolers. It only takes 15 minutes and – apart from a bag of Skittles – only requires stuff you already have round the house.
MFM crafter mum Jo Edwards has tested it out with her daughter Esther, 3 – and shared some great step-by-step pictures with us. She tells us how pleased she was with how much Esther enjoyed the activity:
Here’s how to make swirly rainbow art
You Will Need
- Skittles (1 pack)
- Plate or bowl
- Small bowl or cookie cutters (optional)
- Warm water
Total time:
Step 1
Arrange the Skittles into a simple shape on your plate. You can use a small bowl or cookie cutters as a guide or you can make a freehand shape by eye.
Step 2
When your shape is complete, remove the bowl or cookie cutter, if using. Then pour warm water onto the plate, making sure all the Skittles are sitting in a layer of water. This bit is important: Jo says that if you miss some Skittles with the water and try to top up later, the colourful pattern will disappear.
Step 3
Keep watching – you’ll need to have a little patience! – as the colour from the Skittles slowly moves into the water to make an amazing pattern!
You can carry on making different shapes with the rest of the Skittles: Jo says she found that 1 bag of Skittles will make 5 different shapes.