These bold, colourful creations make beautiful wall art, personalized cards, or cheerful accents for any space. Whether you’re crafting with kids or exploring a fun new method yourself, this spring art project is sure to brighten your day! Plus: add some fun decorations to turn your rainbow into an easy St. Patrick’s Day craft that leprechauns will adore.
Helpful Tips:
What’s the best paper to use for painting with a squeegee?
Watercolour or mixed media paper work best for rainbow squeegee art because they absorb the paint quickly and don’t warp as much as other papers. If you don’t have either of these papers, cardstock can also be used, but it will likely warp or wrinkle. If you need to flatten your paper after your painting has dried, place it face down on top of another piece of paper and lay a stack of heavy books on top of it. Leave it like this for a day or longer. When you remove the books, the paper should stay flattened.
What if I don’t have a squeegee to make my scrape art?
If you don’t have a squeegee, don’t worry! There are a few other items that’ll give you similar results, that you probably already have at home. A plastic ruler or old gift card will create a similar effect and provide a good amount of control over the paint. In a pinch, cardboard can also be used, but it can make the results streaky, with the cardboard absorbing some of the paint.
What are some other ideas for decorating my rainbow squeegee painting?
We made a few different versions of our rainbow squeegee paintings, adding a pot of gold, clouds, and rain drops to them. Follow the instructions above to make a shimmering cloud, or have fun creating these variations:
St. Patrick’s Day Pot of Gold
Rain Drops
You can also use metallic gel pens to draw rain drops or gold coins. Try adding shamrocks, leprechaun hats, or rainbow-themed messages (like “rainbows ahead” or “dream in colour”). You can even experiment with pastel or neon shades of paint to give your rainbow a softer or brighter look! This rainbow squeegee painting is the perfect way to experiment with bold colours and fluid designs. Each piece you create will have its own unique charm, making it a wonderful expression of your style! Whether you frame your rainbow scrape art, gift it to friends, or simply enjoy the process, these vibrant creations are sure to leave an impression. It’s a simple, joyful craft that’ll bring tons of fun and colour to your day!
Here’s even more squeegee painting ideas:
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