Keep Your Mini Picassos Entertained This Summer

Keep Your Mini Picassos Entertained This Summer

Ah, summer break. That magical time when school’s out, the sun’s shining, and parents everywhere are suddenly full-time activity directors. If you’re wondering how to keep your little ones preoccupied without hearing “I’m bored” for the 47th time before noon, we’ve got just the thing: Country Chic Paint — your secret weapon for crafty, colorful, and actually fun summer projects.

Country Chic Paint isn’t just for refinishing that old dresser (though it’s great for that too). It’s eco-friendly, non-toxic, and comes in an array of different & fun colors — basically, parent-approved paint for pint-sized Picassos. Ready to make some memories (and maybe a little mess)? Let’s dive in!

Popsicle Stick Palaces

All you need is a glue gun, a bundle of popsicle sticks, and a rainbow of Country Chic Paint colors. Let the kids build tiny houses, towers, or even castles, then paint them in summery shades like Raspberry Sorbet or Persimmon

Bonus: create a whole fairy village in the garden!

Painted Rock Pets & Plants

Who needs a trip to the pet store or garden center when you’ve got imagination and a few smooth rocks? Grab your favorite Country Chic Paint colors and let the kids create their own low-maintenance buddies — think smiley succulents, polka-dot cacti, sleepy sloths, or rainbow fish with googly eyes! Use fresh, fun shades like Fresh Mustard for funky, bright sunflowers, Secret Garden for cactuses & other plants and neutrals like  Roadtrip for the dog or cat lovers. These crafted rocks won’t need water, walks, or weeding — just love and maybe a sunny windowsill.

DIY Birdhouses with a Splash of Chic

Grab some unfinished wooden birdhouses from a craft store and let the kids give them a custom paint job. Use fun and bold colors such as, Opulence, Tropical Cocktail, Sunset Glow or Bee's Knees. Go for bold colors, stencils, or even finger-paint designs. Make them more rustic looking by using our waxes! Once dry, hang them in the backyard and keep an eye out for feathery visitors! 

Furniture Flippers in Training

Let older kids help you give a small furniture piece a makeover — a nightstand, a step stool, or a chair. Teach them how to sand, paint, and seal it with our topcoats. It’s a great way to bond and get a project crossed off your to-do list.

Patio Paver Masterpieces

Use concrete or stone pavers as mini canvases! Paint colorful mandalas, name plaques, or use our waxes to give them more of a unique look. 

Colorful Wooden Signs with Big Kid Energy

Cut old pallet wood or grab blank signs from the craft store and let the kids create their own “Keep Out,” “Welcome to My Clubhouse,” or “Sprinkler Zone” signs. Use stencils and fun fonts and try using our Crackle Medium to create a unique, two-toned, textured appearance.

Kids thrive when they’re given tools to create, and with our paint, you don’t have to worry about harsh chemicals or fussy cleanup. It’s safe, simple, and seriously fun. So break out the brushes, roll out the drop cloths, and let creativity run wild this summer.

Watch our tutorial with your mini-me(s) & learn how to paint a birdhouse together! 

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