Tuesday, October 8, 2013

Educational and FUN Skeletal System Shower Curtain

I have had this plain green canvas shower curtain for almost 7 years now and decided it needed a makeover. Not just any makeover, it needed to be practical, to serve a purpose in my home. Since you are either sitting on the toilet or getting naked to take a shower in the bathroom, I thought a human figure skeletal system was just what it needed.  I found an awesome drawing online to use.  

First, I laid the shower curtain out and used chalk to sketch out the design and size that I wanted.
Next, did a little tweaking with a wet washcloth to wipe off what didn't belong.
Once I was happy with the sketch, I went over it with a black fabric marker. Scary at first because it was permanent and I wasn't sure if it would run due to the fabric. I figured I really wasn't out much if it didn't work out but crossed my fingers anyhow.
When completed I threw it in the washer for a cold rinse so the chalk would wash off. Dried on low heat and VOILA! 

Now the kids and I can learn all about our skeletal system while relaxing on the potty.  I have found the more you surround yourself and your kids with educational pieces it stems new questions and conversations.  Learn something new everyday.






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