Wombat Sand Art Kit

Description

This art kit is suitable for older children 12+ years old (with a glass bottle)

Children will experiment using colored sand in two projects;

1. To create an artistic sand bottle by using the designing tools.
2. To color sand art sheets.

Some of the skills to be learned are :

• Color matching, pattern making
• Fine motor skills by gripping the design tools.
• Inspires creative thinking and imagination.
• Cultivates children’s patience.
• Promotes self-confidence and independence when children create something from start to finish.
• Sand activities are proven to reduce stress.

Materials Include:

• 1x 55ml Glass bottle with cork
• 3x Sand cards A5 Size (21x15cm)  (Choose from five different themes: Safari Animals, Sea Animals, Seasons, Dinosaurs and Mini-beasts)
• 10x Sachets coloured sand includes: red, orange, yellow, pink, green, brown, black, lavender, white& blue.
• 1x Plastic Funnel
• 1x Designing tool

*Recommended ages 12+

*Parental supervision is recommended.

Instructions to create the Sand Art Bottle:

1. Hold the bottle with one hand and design with the other one.
2. Pick out a sandbag
3. Use the funnel to channel the sand into the tip of the bottle with minimal spillage.
4. Start pouring some sand slowly.
5. Layer the colors of sand to create a fun pattern
6. As you go, use the wooden design tool to push the layers down to create designs within each layer.
7. Make sure you fully fill the bottle before you secure the lid.
8. Enjoy!

Instructions to colour the Sand Art Cards:

1. Place an A4 paper under the card to collect sprinkled sand & minimize mess.
2. Use the tip of the wooden tool to peel off the adhesive parts to do one colour at a time (best to start with darker colours first)
3. Sprinkle with your choice of coloured sand
4. Use the wooden tool to spread the sand over if needed.
5. Pour back excess sand onto a piece of paper and then into the sandbag to use for other cards.
6. Create & Enjoy!

Instructions to create the Velvet Art Flower:

1. Use coloured markers (included) to decorate the flower before construction. Ensure that any colour is dry before continuing.
2. Starting from the outside, roll the flower template inwards until you reach the Centre. Make sure you roll the flower as tight as possible so that it holds it’s shape.
3. Use a glue dot to attach the bottom piece to the side of the flower, leaving an opening in the Centre for the stem.
4. Fold a stem in half and twist the two pieces tightly together until you reach half way.
5. Thread a leaf  onto one half  of the stem . Continue to twist the two halves together until you reach the end.
6. Place the stem into the Centre of the flower and use glue dots to secure the two together.