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Bathtub paint

Thick, soapy paint your toddler smears on the tub walls, then rinses away.

Bathtub paint
LevelBeginner
AgesAges 1 to 3
Time5 minutes to make, 10 minutes to play
Cost$1 to $3
Rainy day

What you'll need

Materials

Tick them off as you find them.

Tools

How to make it

Safety

This paint is soap, not food. Keep it out of eyes and mouths.

  1. Step 1: Mix it
    1

    Mix it

    Stir baby wash and cornstarch until smooth.

  2. Step 2: Color it
    2

    Color it

    Split into muffin cups. Add 2 drops of color to each.

  3. Step 3: Test a spot
    3

    Test a spot

    Dab a little on a hidden corner first and rinse. Make sure it wipes off clean.

  4. Step 4: Paint the tub
    4

    Paint the tub

    Let your toddler paint the walls during bath.

  5. Step 5: Rinse it
    5

    Rinse it

    Rinse the walls and toddler.

Edie's tip

Use very little coloring. More can stain grout.

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