Simple Crafts for Kids - Scrap Wood Blocks
Transform simple wooden blocks into colorful children’s toys with vivid Apple Barrel paint colors.

Other Things You'll Need

  • • Scrap wood pieces from your local hardware store
  • Sandpaper
  • ½" Flat brush
  • Water basin
  • Paper towels

Instructions

  1. Visit your local hardware shop that cuts wood for customers and ask for any molding and wood scraps.
  2. Sand the blocks until all edges are smooth. Paint each piece two coats of the variety of paints listed. Let dry.
  3. Paint white design accents to each block – stripes, polka dots, scales, stars, etc. Do not worry about being perfect. The hand-painted look is the charm!
  4. Let the blocks dry completely.