How To Make Fizzy Sidewalk Paint

Inside this post we share how to make fizzy sidewalk paint! This is so simple to make and a cool science project too! Kids will love it!

How do you do fizzy art?

There are so many fun ways to do fizzy art, but fizzy sidewalk paint is one of our favorites!

Fizzy spray bottle art and fizzy painting are pretty cool too!

Fizzy Sidewalk Paint Tutorial Video

Fizzy sidewalk painting is such an easy activity for kids!

Watch the short instruction video below or scroll down for the full written tutorial.

Materials Needed

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Baking Soda (I usually buy this at Costco)
Bowl
Cups (3-5)
Food coloring
Measuring cups
Paint brushes
Shaving foam/cream
Squeeze bottles
Spoons
Spray bottle
Vinegar
Water

Fizzy Sidewalk Paint Instructions

In a big bowl, mix 2 cups of baking soda and 1.5 cups of water.
Add 1.5 cups of shaving foam/cream and mix.
Separate paint mixture into cups and then add food coloring to make one color in each cup.
Add paint to squeeze bottles or leave it in little cups with paintbrushes. Pro-tip: Muffin tins make for a great paint palette.
Put some vinegar into spray bottles.

How to play with Fizzy Sidewalk Paint

Take the sidewalk paint outside and squeeze it on the pavement. Draw designs and different creations!
Using a spray bottle full of vinegar, spray vinegar onto the paint.
Watch it fizz!
Paint some more and repeat.
Wash down the fizzy paint with water when you're done.

*Note, all surfaces are not equal. Make sure to test this out in a small spot on your sidewalk or ground before starting to create to make sure it works and will wash off your sidewalk or surface!