DIY Chalk

"Calling all sidewalk artists!"

Let's brighten up the sidewalks with a flurry of amazing community artwork! Whether on your driveway, in the park or pathways, or on the sidewalk have some fun with your kids this summer, pull out the chalk and color Eastbrook!

Want to add more fun into the mix? Try making your own outdoor chalk paint with the recipe below!

Don't forget to tag us in your photos of your artwork @eastbrookonthegreens with the #summerswithdream to be entered to win a fun local prize pack! Contest details can be found in our news and events section!

Outdoor Chalk Paint Ingredients:

2 cups cornstarch

2 cups water

Food colouring

8 small plastic cups

Paintbrushes

Directions:

In a mixing bowl, combine water and cornstarch and stir until the cornstarch dissolves and it is smooth. It will be a little runny. Divide the mixture evenly into small plastic cups or muffin tins. Use the food colouring to make a different colour in each cup.

Now get outside and beautify your pavement! Write cheerful messages to your neighbours, paint flowers and rainbows and unicorns! The paint dries quickly and will end up looking like chalk, and easily washes away so you can do it all again tomorrow!