Cat in the Hat Painted Rock Idea

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Are you looking for a fantastic Dr Seuss themed Painted rock idea? Look no further! Today on The Inspiration Edit I am sharing my latest rock painting which is a Cat In The Hat Rock painting based on the book by Dr Seuss.

I am a huge fan of The Cat In The Hat and Dr Seuss. In fact Dr Seuss is a favourite author of mine and I loved painting the cat onto this rock stone.

It was a bit of a bumpy stone so it was a little tricky to paint but I enjoyed it and enjoyed the finished work of art.

This is something you might like to do with the kids for fun, when reading The Cat In The Hat or as a way to celebrate Dr Seuss Day.

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Supplies for Your Dr Seuss Inspired Painted Rock Stone

Uni POSCA PC-7M Paint Marker Art Pens - Large Bullet Nib 4.5-5.5mm - 15 Colours - New for 2017 - BlackUni POSCA PC-7M Paint Marker Art Pens – Large Bullet Nib 4.5-5.5mm – 15 Colours – New for 2017 – BlackMargo 30 Lb. Large Mexican Beach Pebble 3 in. to 5 in.Margo 30 Lb. Large Mexican Beach Pebble 3 in. to 5 in.Uni-posca Paint Marker Pen - Fine Point - Set of 15 (PC-3M15C)Uni-posca Paint Marker Pen – Fine Point – Set of 15 (PC-3M15C)

Create Your Own Dr Seuss Rock Stone

The first step when creating your Cat In The Hat rock stone is to draw your cat onto a sketch book or paper.

I like to do this to make sure I have my image right before drawing onto stone. I do this because stone is harder to rub out if a mistake is made with the pencil.

Next use your pencil to draw the same character from your sketch book onto the stone.

Look for a stone which is longer is shape to allow room for the cat’s hat.

Next paint the white stripes on the cat’s hat and begin to colour the the different sections of the cat on the stone with the white posca paint pen.

Next colour in the cat’s bow tie and the rest of the cat’s hat using the red posca paint pen.

Once the cat is painted, you can begin to draw the outline using a thin black posca pen.

Now the cat is ready for more detail to be added to the stone.

You can use the black posca pen to draw the eyes, eyebrows, ears, whiskers and hair.

And now the Cat In The Hat rock painting is complete.

Art Therapy Benefits

This is a really fun activity that you can do on your own or with the kids. I find painting therapeutic and like to paint as art therapy.

Painting is something I enjoy whilst living with chronic illness and Adrenal Insufficiency.

Whether you painting for fun or as therapy it’s a great pass time and anyone of any age can have a go at rock painting.

I also enjoy painting with my daughter. It’s a great way for her to develop her art and drawing skills and is also a lot of fun and a great way to bond.


Enjoy.

Dr Seuss Books Where You Can Find Great Rock Painting Ideas

Dr. Seuss' Horton Hears a Who!Dr. Seuss’ Horton Hears a Who!Fox in Socks (Beginner Books)Fox in Socks (Beginner Books)The Lorax (Classic Seuss)The Lorax (Classic Seuss)Dr. Seuss's ABC: An Amazing Alphabet Book!Dr. Seuss’s ABC: An Amazing Alphabet Book!The Cat in the HatThe Cat in the HatWish for a Fish: All About Sea Creatures (Cat in the Hat's Learning Library)Wish for a Fish: All About Sea Creatures (Cat in the Hat’s Learning Library)

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Cat In The Hat Painted Rock Crafts

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This super easy and adorable Cat In The Hat Painter Rock Craft is perfect for your child's reading resource or as a way to celebrate Dr Seuss Day. Have fun in making this super cute stone craft!

Prep Time 5 minutes
Active Time 10 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Difficulty Easy

Materials

  • One rock stone
  • 1 lead pencil
  • Posca Pens
  • Sketch Paper
  • Paint Tray (optional)

Instructions

1. Draw your cat onto a sketchbook or paper.
2. Use your pencil to draw the same character from your sketchbook onto the stone. Look for a stone that is longer in a shape to allow room for the cat’s hat.
3. Paint the white stripes on the cat’s hat and begin to color the different sections of the cat on the stone with the white posca paint pen.
4. Color in the cat’s bow tie and the rest of the cat’s hat using the red posca paint pen.
5. Once the cat is painted, you can begin to draw the outline using a thin black posca pen.
6. Use the black posca pen to draw the eyes, eyebrows, ears, whiskers, and hair.

Your Cat In The Hat rock painting is complete.

About Angela Milnes

Angela Milnes is a Qualified Early Years Teacher who has specialised in Preschool and Kindergarten teaching. She has a wealth of experience teaching young children and is passionate about kids crafts and having fun as a family. Angela has also taught cooking skills and loves to share both family recipes and easy instant pot recipes here on The Inspiration Edit. Follow her on Pinterest!

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