Explosive Art

We made some explosive art using paint, baking soda, and vinegar in baggies. Directions found here at Share and Remember.


It was really neat.

But following the recipe and staying on the paper were only the beginning. Free for all is more our style.

After making several exploding baggies, CB declared, "And now, I'm going to experiment."

And they both did their own thing.


CB: It's thick. I didn't add in much vinegar. I added in lots of baking soda.
I'm being a scientist.
And for the grand finale!
The purple is the star of the show!


BBD: I'm mixin'.
This needs some red. {insert each and every color}
I need more vinegar.
I need more baking soda.

Prettiest puddle ever.


The paper became rather obsolete.


"Daddy's going to like all these colors on his concrete!"

Linking up:

Play Academy Idea Swap

Operation: Buried Treasure

The Objective: Bury treasure in the sandbox for the brother to uncover.

Phase 1:

Acquire treasure.

Phase 2:

Develop a cover story.

"I am just selling beans. That's right, just some boring old beans."

Phase 3:

Lure the brother away from the sandbox so that the treasure may be properly buried.

Phase 4:
Wait for the brother to dig up the treasure and/or notice he is right on top of it.

Phase 5:

Grow impatient, start giving clues {CB: Look, there is something white. BBD: That is a ball.}, and resort to pointing out where he should dig.

Phase 6:

Delight in discovering the treasure!

Phase 7:

Appoint and arm a steadfast crew.

Phase 8:

Load treasure onto your trusty pirate ship.

Phase 9:

Take sail and celebrate by blowing bubbles.

Here Be Booby Traps

It may look like she is simply running across the lawn, but if you listen carefully you may note that she is in fact traversing some pretty complicated booby traps.

She makes it look so easy doesn't she?

This led to a more visible, tangible, extensive booby trap obstacle course:

I enjoy CB's sound effects and dramatic "Nooooooo".

I admire BBD's ability to multitask. Eating a bagel and negotiating your way through perilous booby traps = impressive.

Playtime at

Gluesticks: Summer Fun Link Party