Painted Stone Bugs {a kid’s craft}
May 28, 2016This post contains affiliate links.
A few weeks ago, my girls and I were playing in the backyard when my 5 year old started collecting some rocks and stones. She told me she wanted to paint them! We decided that it would be a lot of fun if we could place them back outside after they were painted. So we decided to paint the stones to look like bugs! It was such a fun little project that my girls really had a lot of fun with!
This is a perfect way to spark a child’s imagination and also let them have fun in a creative way!
Painted Stone Bugs {a kid’s craft}
Painted Stone Bugs {a kid’s craft}
Here’s what you’ll need:
acrylic paints in various colors
waterproofing spray
googly eyes
paint brushes
stones or rocks of various sizes and shapes
Here’s how this little project comes together:
1. Start by gathering your stones. It’s best to use a wide variety of sizes and shapes.
Painted Stone Bugs {a kid’s craft}
2. Pour a small dollop of acrylic paint into a paper plate and paint each of your stones with a single color. I only painted the top side, since the bottom side will be facing the ground and more prone to water damage!
Painted Stone Bugs {a kid’s craft}
3. Next, paint a small triangular section on each of the stones with black paint. This will be represent the bug’s head. Now, flip your paintbrush over and use the bristle-free side to add black polka dots all over the bug’s body!
Painted Stone Bugs {a kid’s craft}
4. Let dry fully!
Painted Stone Bugs {a kid’s craft}
5. Finally, add some googly eyes with a bit of hot glue and liberally spray with a few coats of waterproofing spray!
Painted Stone Bugs {a kid’s craft}
These have been a big hit in our yard. Everyone loves these little guys!
Painted Stone Bugs {a kid’s craft}
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What a cute idea to keep kids entertained for a couple hours
Thanks so much, Carolyn! The kids really did have a blast with this one!
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What a cute idea. I am going to pin for later. My 3 yr old would love to make these.
Thanks, Charlene! This was definitely a fun project for all of us! I hope you try this out!
These bugs are so adorable! My son loves animals, including bugs. He will love to make these!
You should totally try to make these with your son, Deb! It’s a great way to spark a little one’s creativity!
These ladybugs are adorable. My granddaughter would love these. Please linkup on my Sunday’s Best linky party. You have great ideas, and I would love for you to share them.