About This Project

A 5–10 minutes craft for ages 3–10, using supplies you likely already have — Cotton Balls, Markers, and Paper Towels.

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    Find Supplies

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    A cartoon of Cotton Balls
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    A cartoon of Markers
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    A cartoon of Paper Towels
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    A cartoon of Cardstock
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    A cartoon of Spray Bottles
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    A cartoon of Coffee Filters
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    Make Magical Rainbow Coffee Filter Craft

    Prepare Your Workspace

    First, put down paper towels or a tray on your table to keep it clean. This is very important because the markers will bleed through onto your table if you don't protect the surface. If you don't have paper towels, you could also use a baking tray, wax paper, or aluminum foil. When your surface is protected, flatten your coffee filter and put it on top.

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    Clean up

    Put things away so your space is tidy for next time.

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    Put away our supplies

    Check off each supply when it is put away — and any clean-up tips underneath are done too. You might find a fun surprise!

    • A cartoon of Cotton Balls
      Where they belong:
    • A cartoon of Markers
      Where they belong:
      • — Don't forget! Close all marker caps tightly.
    • A cartoon of Paper Towels
      Where they belong:
    • A cartoon of Cardstock
      Where they belong:
    • A cartoon of Coffee Filters
      Where they belong:
    • A cartoon of Spray Bottles
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