Create sand art bottles
A fun way to turn empty bottles and jars from your recycling into a really beautiful piece of art! This activity is a great way to explore colours and to experiment making patterns.
Use a clean empty jar or clear plastic bottle from your recycling to create layered sand art.
Prepare your jar or bottle by removing any labels so that you can see inside from all sides. If you are struggling to get rid of any labels or sticky residue, soak your jar or bottle in warm soapy water first.
Make a funnel shape out of some paper and tape to pour your chosen sand colour into. The narrow end of the funnel will guide your sand into the bottle neck. Wiggle the funnel around and tilt your bottle to create an uneven surface. This will make waves and patterns as you layer the different colours of sand.
Gently tap the bottle to help the sand layers to settle.
Use a toothpick, cotton bud, fine paint brush handle or a thin straight stick to create patterns around the sides of your sand art bottle or jar. Gently drag the stick through the sand to the sides and lift along the sides.
Sand art activities are a great way to explore colours and texture. Pouring the sand helps to strengthen fine motor skills whilst developing focus and concentration as they control their movements.
Create Sand Art Pictures
A sprinkling of sand can add texture and depth to an existing picture. For example, we created underwater coral reef collages in our Coral Reefs box. We added another layer of texture to the pictures by adding sand to the sea floor.
Create a sand art picture by drawing simple shapes and outlines onto a piece of thick paper or card. Choose one colour at a time.
For each shape or part of the picture that you want to be your chosen colour, paste PVA glue into the shape. Make sure that the whole shape is covered and that you don’t get any glue in other parts of the picture.
Place your paper into a tray and sprinkle your chosen colour of sand over the glued sections. Once covered, tip the sand back into the tub. Gather any bits that fall into the tray and pour back into the sand tub. Allow time for your first colour to completely dry before you do the same for the next colour.
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