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Whipped cream marble art

Swirl colors into whipped cream, press paper on top, and pull up a marbled print.

Whipped cream marble art
LevelBeginner
AgesAges 18 months to 3
Time20 minutes plus drying
Cost$3 to $4
Rainy day

What you'll need

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How to make it

Safety

Skip this if your child has a dairy allergy.

  1. Step 1: Spread the cream
    1

    Spread the cream

    Spray a layer on the baking sheet. Let your toddler spread it flat.

  2. Step 2: Drop in color
    2

    Drop in color

    Add drops of 2 or 3 colors.

  3. Step 3: Swirl
    3

    Swirl

    Drag a finger through to swirl. Don't mix too much.

  4. Step 4: Press the paper
    4

    Press the paper

    Lay the cardstock on top. Pat it.

  5. Step 5: Scrape it
    5

    Scrape it

    Lift and scrape the cream off with the ruler. The swirls stay.

  6. Step 6: Dry it
    6

    Dry it

    Let it dry flat for 1 hour.

Edie's tip

This is a taste-safe swap for the shaving cream version, which isn't safe for mouths.

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