Paint Splat Campfire – Summer Camp Kid Craft

Our Paint Splat Campfire kid craft idea is PERFECT for summer camps, vacation bible schools or just something to pass the time with, in the comfort of your own home! #gluedtomycrafts

To recreate this Paint Splat Campfire Scene, I used white, as well as tan cardstock, my trusty & favorite Tulip Puffy Paint in shades of orange/yellow, orange glitter, scissors and a simple desk stapler.

The basic foundation of this craft, was taking the white cardstock and my two shades of orange & yellow Puffy Paint {affiliate link} to make the “campfire” that really sets the scene. Although I trust and love the Tulip brand for this craft, you can also use regular craft paint for this DIY, as well. Just remember – regular craft paint will absorb differently on the paper and possibly faster, as well.

Let’s start with the fire scene. Just fold your white cardstock in half, open back up and squirt a few lines of squiggles with your two-three shades of red/orange/yellow paint colors ON ONE SIDE before closing up the white cardstock again.

Once the paper is closed for the second time, gently take your hand and “caress” the paint around inside, so it makes a fun symmetrical “fire” print design on both sides of the paper {keep in mind – paint might ooze from the sides of the cardstock, so be sure to work in an area that can get dirty!}

Now you are ready to open it back up and see the BEGINNING of what your campfire scene will be. Sprinkle orange glitter on top of the wet paint, for the “embers” of the fire. Set aside.

Next up, grab your tan colored cardstock and your scissors. Cut out TWO rectangular logs for your campfire. Staple those to your painted cardstock piece.

Once finished with your custom campfire masterpiece, set aside to let it dry completely, before displaying proudly! And of course – repeat as many times as you like! No two pieces will be the same and I think that’s what makes it even more fun!

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If this is something you want to do with your child today, DO IT! And if you like it, be sure to also head on over to my blog post titled Paint Splat City Skyline Silhouette – Kid Craft and follow the full tutorial from there as well. It’s just like this post but we added a simple city skyline theme to the mix!

So what are you waiting for?! Let the crafty fun begin! Happy crafting, my friends!!! #gluedtomycraftsinspiresyou