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Painted rocks are an awesome craft for easy outdoor fun, and these little turtles are practically begging to be your new garden friend! We've experimented with a bunch of different materials for coloring them - paint pens, sharpies, and acrylic paints all work great. The best rocks for painting are smooth, water-worn rocks typically found by rivers, lakes, or the ocean. These charming turtle rocks make perfect garden decorations and are a wonderful way to combine nature exploration with creative crafting!

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Wash your rocks

Always wash and dry your rocks before you begin to paint. Rocks that you find outside will have pesky dirt on them that will keep the paint from sticking properly. Rocks bought at the store may be coated in wax to make them look shiny.

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About the Author

STL Motherhood

I’m a boy mom, crafter and former reporter who loves taking my kids to superhero movies. Join me for a mix of traditional kid crafts, STEM fun and 3D printing.

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