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The Making of the Pumpkin Photos

Here's a great activity for older kids that can be a lot of fun. It can be done with any theme in mind, our baby just happened to be due during the Fall.

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Just getting started.


Defining borders.


Taking Shape.


Dig in deep, it's the cavernous belly button!


Hey, that tickles!


Ariel view.


My young Picasso and Matisse.


The finished product.

To do this project:

You will need:

  • Paint (preferably washable!)
  • Old towels or rags
  • Paint brushes
  • Camera to record the event
  • A sense of humor!

The paint dried very quickly, within 5 minutes. I'd suggest waiting for the bottom color to dry before applying the top color. The paint we choose began to flake pretty quickly, but did wash right off of me and the clothing it touched.

  • Belly Painting
  • Twin belly painting

    These photos are courtesy of Robin Weiss.
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