How Do You Make Homemade Sidewalk Chalk?
Sidewalk chalk is a childhood summertime staple. Rather than stocking up on store bought chalks, continue reading for a “do it yourself” alternative. Choose a mold for your sidewalk chalk. You can use toilet paper or paper towel rolls (cut in half) for larger sticks or ice cube trays, candy molds or popsicle molds for smaller ones. Mix equal parts tap water with plaster of Paris and stir together until smooth. The mixture will still be thick. Divide the mixture into parts depending upon the number of colors you want to add. Add powdered tempera paint to your sidewalk chalk until you reach the desired color. Let colored batches stand for a few minutes and then pour them into molds. Allow the sidewalk chalk molds air dry completely. This could take a few hours to a few days depending upon the size mold you are using.
