Painting with Turmeric Paste
Used for thousands of years, turmeric -- most likely discovered in India -- remains popular to this day as both a dye and a spice. As a spice, turmeric is prized for purported health benefits; as a dye, it gives a rich yellow-orange color to fabrics, cosmetics and even Easter eggs. Mix turmeric into a paste for use as a strong, yellow-orange colored paint that's free from artificial chemicals or ingredients.
- Small saucepan
- 1/4 cup turmeric powder
- 1/2 cup water
- Small jar
- Paintbrush
- Painting surface
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Instructions
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Pour 1/2 cup water into the small saucepan.
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Bring the water to a boil.
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Add turmeric and stir until a thick paste forms.
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Turn off the heat and pour the turmeric paste into the small jar for storage.
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Let cool. Cover the jar and put it in the refrigerator if you do not intend to begin painting immediately.
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Use a paintbrush, palette knife, toothbrush or any other tool you choose to paint with. Dip your painting tool into the turmeric paste, then apply the paste to the surface.