(Hint- sometimes these scrap papers are just as pretty as the painted doily themselves!) But if your artist wants to paint the whole thing by all means – let them! Be sure to lay a scrap paper underneath the doily as you paint to catch all the extra paint. It’s really only necessary to paint half of the doily as that’s all that will show. Start by folding each doily in half and adding color with watercolor paints. Use whatever amount and size of doilies your young artist loves.
We used three doilies for each paper crown- 1 large and two smaller ones.
You’ll also want to grab a glue stick for securing the doilies! Scrap cardstock is perfect for creating the headband. I typically use these Crayola watercolor paints for classes but recently splurged on this watercolor set for our house! They create super bright and beautiful colors and aren’t too pricey to let the kids use! Fold those in half and create your painted crown in the same manner! The doilies add an element of detail and delicateness to these painted crowns but if you don’t have them- substitute! Trace around dinner plates and salad plates to create smaller and larger circles. If you’re working with more than a few kids this assortment is way cheaper than any I’ve found in stores. You can find these in the cake decorating department of any box store. The supply list for these painted crowns is pretty slim. These painted crowns are perfect for costume play, a celebration, or a rainy day. Art isn’t about creating something pretty to hang on the wall.
Taking art off the wall and using it gives an extra dimension to the role of art making it more interactive. I adore art that gets handled, used, and even worn. Kids can paint a colorful paper crown and then let it inspire a day of imaginative play. Creating something beautiful that gets used is just the best in my book.
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