Spice Painting

Historically, spices were often used to create paints because many of them have very distinct colors.  Making your own spice paints is a great way to explore spices and their scents at the same time!

All that you have to do is mix a good amount  of a single spice with a small amount of water until the paint is the consistency that you want.  You can also add a little cornstarch to make your paints go a little farther. 

Here are some spices to try and the colors that they will make:

• Paprika = Orange
• Turmeric = Mustard Yellow
• Saffron = Bright Yellow
• Parsley = Green
• Cinnamon = Brown

Prepare for a room full of strong scents, and enjoy the conversations that come from the experience!