Kool Aid Paint

This is how to make Kool Aid paint so your kids can watercolor painting idea safely at home! A fun and inexpensive craft for kids that is easy to put together. Free from chemicals it's a great activity for Preschool children and toddlers too!

We love easy crafts for kids, cheap ones are even better and this Kool Aid paint meets both those requirements! It is non toxic for the youngest of children, solid craft for Preschoolers and fun too! (affiliate links present)

Whether you're a Kindergarten teacher looking for a fun activity for center time or a mom looking for a rainy day activity that is cheap, this one will make your kids smile.

Materials Needed

If you want brilliant colors then add less water, more water for lighter Kool-Aid paint colors. The kids can even make these watercolors because it is no more than water and Kool Aid. You can use other brands out there as well if you already have those or the other brands are on sale, it works the same.

How to Make Kool Aid Paint

Time needed: 10 minutes

How to Make Kool Aid Paint

1. Combine

   For a paint recipe using a packet of Kool Aid you pour each Kool Aid packet into a separate small cup. Use a variety of colors for more fun.

2. Mix

   Add 1 tbsp. of warm water into each cup and stir well until the Kool Aid is dissolves.

3. Paint

   Lay down a protective tablecloth on to your table to catch any spills. Give each child a paintbrush, different cups of colored paints, and a piece of paper to watercolor.

4. Save

   Can store unused paints in covered containers in the fridge for a few days (make note that Kool aid may stain containers and/or clothing)

How to Paint Your Hair with Kool Aid

1. Dip-Dye Method (for ends or streaks)

• Mix 2–3 packets of Kool-Aid with 1–2 cups of hot water.
• Stir until fully dissolved.
• Dip the ends of your hair in the mixture for 10–30 minutes, depending on how bold you want it.
• Rinse (no shampoo), dry, and style.

2. Paste Method (For all-over color):

• Mix Kool-Aid powder with a few spoonfuls of conditioner to form a paste.
• Apply to dry hair using a brush or gloves.
• Wrap in foil or plastic.
• Let sit for 2–4 hoursthen rinse out (no shampoo).

Other fun kids activities you'll love

You can do all sorts of fun watercolor painting activities with this, even creating free Christmas labels for your gifts during the holidays that relatives can save. Kids love Rainbow weaving art on the weekends too. And our edible playdough recipe is another cheap craft.