Kookaburra Sand Art Kit

Description

This art kit is a good foundation for children aged 12+ yrs old to start learning sand art skills.

 Children will experiment using coloured sand to create patterns inside a glass jar by using some designing tools.

Some of the skills to be learned are :

• Colour matching and 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 (150ml) Glass jar with lid
• 2x Sand art card A5 Size (21x15cm) (Five different themes to choose from:  Safari Animals, Sea Animals, Dinosaurs, Seasons and Mini-beasts)
• 13x Sachets coloured sand includes: red, orange, yellow, pink, green, brown, black, lavender, white& blue.
• 1x Bag pebbles for decoration
• 1x Scented candle
• 1x Plastic funnel
• 1x Designing tool

*Recommended ages 12+ years old

*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 colours of sand to create a fun pattern
6. As you go, use the design tool(end of the paintbrush)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 create the Velvet Art Flower:

1. 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.