Bring a new dimension to coloring by adding raised, textured outlines with black glue coloring pages for kids. Find out how to make your own black glue and engage kids in this exciting (and gorgeous) art project.
- Prepare for your jaw to drop with black glue coloring pages
- A sensory experience that sticks
- Materials
- How to make black glue coloring pages for kids
- Tips when making black glue coloring pages
- Try this after you make black glue coloring pages
- Creating custom designs with black glue
- Frequently Asked Questions
Prepare for your jaw to drop with black glue coloring pages
Who knew adding a bit of black acrylic paint to glue could be such a game-changer?
This simple yet magical recipe for black glue coloring pages for kids will have your preschooler’s artwork popping with bold, beautiful outlines.
Not only does this activity bring new life to your favorite preschool coloring pages, but it also adds an extra layer of fun with a sensory twist.
A sensory experience that sticks
One of the best parts about this activity is the sensory experience it offers.
Squeezing the black glue and watching it flow along the lines is, as the kids would say, “so satisfying!”
But the best part? The texture! *drool worthy*
The texture of the dried glue adds a raised, tactile element to the page, making it irresistible to little fingers.
Plus, the bold contrast of black glue against bright watercolors is a treat for the eyes – perfect for keeping preschoolers engaged.
There’s more glorious glue fun:
Materials
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How to make black glue coloring pages for kids
Step 1: Making the black glue
- Start with a bottle of white school glue.
- Add a small amount of black acrylic paint to the glue.
- Shake or stir the mixture until the color is fully blended and smooth.
- Once mixed, your black glue is ready to use
Note: Sometimes the glue doesn’t look solid black in the bottle, rather it looks speckly.
Step 2: Creating the black glue coloring pages:
- Choose a coloring page and use a paintbrush to apply a layer of plain water over the entire page.
- Place squares of bleeding tissue paper on top of the wet page. As the tissue touches the water, it will stick and begin to release its color.
- If any tissue paper remains dry, add more water on top to ensure even color transfer.
- Either let the tissue paper to dry completely for easier removal, or peel it off while still wet.
Tip: With really young preschoolers, we let the art dry overnight for the first time we use bleeding tissue paper. The next day once it’s completely dry, you can simply shake the paper and all the tissues fall off (which is very fun!).
Tips when making black glue coloring pages
Working with black glue can be a bit tricky at first, especially for younger kids. Here are a few tips to make the process easier and more fun:
- Practice First: Let your child practice squeezing the glue on scrap paper before moving to their final artwork.
- Use Thick Paper: Black glue can be a bit heavy, so thicker paper, like cardstock, will help prevent warping.
- Cut the Glue Bottle Cap: If you cut the hole at the top of a cap to make the opening just a little wider, the glue will come out quicker and easier.
Try this after you make black glue coloring pages
Want to take your black glue creations to the next level?
Try using different colors of paper for your coloring pages – black glue on neon paper is a total showstopper!
You can also mix glitter into your glue for an extra sparkly outline (and since it’s glue, the glitter will stick really well).
Creating custom designs with black glue
Why limit the fun to just coloring pages?
Invite your little artist to create their own custom designs using black glue.
They can draw freehand with the glue or use stencils for more structured designs.
Once dry, fill in the spaces with watercolors, markers, or even crayons for a completely unique masterpiece.
This is a great way to foster your child’s creativity and give them ownership of their artwork.
Frequently Asked Questions
This also works with BioColor paint and while I haven’t tried it myself, I have heard that tempera paint also works well. What I know for sure is not to use India ink (it turns into a slime texture).
You could get the same effect with black puffy paint!
It’s somewhere in between product art and process art.
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