Shaving Foam Marbling

I can't claim credit for inventing this process, I think I first saw it on Pinterest years ago, but I can tell you it is fun. If you have any sensory seeking neurodiverse young people in your life, this project will be a hit. The shaving foam feels great squished through your fingers, once you have finished with the marbling process. I warn you though, it can get messy!

MATERIALS:

A large can of shaving foam
A baking tray, BBQ tray or similar container for the foam which is slightly larger than your paper size
Liquid watercolour inks
Dropper or pipette
Cartridge paper (or any paper - slightly thicker is better)
Scraper
Thin wooden stick or pencil to mix

HOW TO:

Spray shaving foam into your tray in an even layer about 3-5cm thick. Using a dropper or pipette, add drops of different colour inks onto the shaving foam. Try using colours that compliment each other and mix well.

Using a wooden stick, gently move the stick through the shaving foam creating swirls and patterns. Don't over mix the foam and inks.

Carefully lay a sheet of paper onto the shaving foam pushing down gently so all the paper touches the shaving foam layer.

Peel the paper off the shaving foam, place on a flat surface and remove the excess shaving foam with a scraper. You will be left with a cool marbled pattern of inks on the paper. Lay flat or hang your paper to dry.