If you’re looking for a fun, mess-free way to add colour and creativity to your family’s day, paint sticks are the perfect solution! Loved by parents, teachers, and children alike, these easy-to-use kids art supplies let little artists paint, draw, and design without the fuss of brushes or water.
Whether you’re planning a weekend craft session, classroom activity, or home décor project, there are endless ways to get creative. Here are 10 innovative ways to use paint sticks - for kids and grown-ups alike!
1. Create Colourful Canvas Art
Let your child design their very own masterpiece! Paint sticks glide smoothly across canvas, making them ideal for layering, blending, and experimenting with colour. It’s a perfect way to build fine motor skills and confidence through creative play.
2. Decorate DIY Gift Wrap
Turn plain paper into custom wrapping! Use paint sticks to draw patterns, shapes, or festive designs on kraft paper. Kids will love creating their own gift wrap for birthdays or Christmas.
3. Shadow Tracing Activity
Set up a few animal figurines in the sunlight and have children trace their shadows with paint sticks. This simple activity combines science and art, teaching kids about light, shapes, and perspective - all while having fun!
4. Painted Rock Friends
Collect smooth rocks, then decorate them with paint sticks to make colourful characters, story stones, or garden décor. It’s a great outdoor activity for kids and encourages imaginative storytelling.
5. Window Art
Did you know paint sticks work beautifully on glass? Create temporary window art for holidays or rainy-day fun. When it’s time to clean up, simply wipe away with a damp cloth - no mess, no stress!
6. DIY Bookmarks
Cut cardstock into strips and let kids design their own bookmarks using Little Brian Paint Sticks. Add doodles, names, or motivational quotes — a perfect classroom or library craft.
7. Painted Cardboard Creations
Upcycle cardboard boxes into castles, rockets, or houses! Paint sticks dry quickly, so kids can keep adding layers without waiting — making imaginative building projects even more exciting.
8. Family Portrait Wall
Give each family member a sheet of paper and let everyone draw themselves (or each other!) using paint sticks. Display the finished portraits in a gallery wall — a fun keepsake of family creativity.
9. Painted Ornaments
Paint sticks are perfect for decorating wooden discs, salt dough ornaments, or even recycled cardboard shapes. Ideal for Christmas or birthdays, they make thoughtful, handmade gifts that kids can proudly give.
10. Colour-Mixing Experiments
Turn art time into a STEAM learning experience! Encourage kids to mix colours directly on paper and observe the results. This hands-on exploration teaches colour theory in a fun, visual way.
🎨 Why Parents Love Paint Sticks
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Mess-free & quick-drying – No brushes or water required.
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Non-toxic & safe for kids – Perfect for ages 3+.
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Portable & easy to store – Great for travel, classroom use, or creative play at home.
Paint sticks are one of the most versatile art and craft supplies you can have at home or in the classroom. They make creativity simple, joyful, and accessible for every child - no matter their age or skill level.
Discover our full range of Paint Sticks, Dot Markers, and Face Paint Sticks - designed in Australia by a mum and teacher for mess-free, imaginative play.
