Dotters, but Magical…

The humble dotter can become an elegant watercolor, with just an easy twist! First, protect your table with a plastic tablecloth or baking sheet. Next, use a Sharpie to draw simple shapes (like hearts!) on thick paper. Then, kids can use their dot markers to dot anywhere on the paper.

Now for the magic… After they’ve dotted to their heart’s content, hand them Q-tips and a tiny cup of water. As they gently brush over the dots, the ink spreads like watercolor—blending, swirling, and creating a whole new effect!

It’s a simple way to add an extra layer of creativity to a classic activity—plus, it’s mesmerizing to watch! Try it out!