Old Chinese Scrolls
Print out our Chinese scroll painting templates, color them and learn how to make them look authentically ancient.
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Steps
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1. | Print-out either of these templates: | |
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2. | Color the picture with colored pencils. | |
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3. | Gently crumple your picture into a ball. | |
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4. | Carefully open up your picture. Run your hand over the picture to straighten out the paper. | |
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5. | Measure out about a teaspoonful of coffee into a bowl or cup. | |
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6. | Add just enough tap water to dissolve the coffee. Stir the mixture thoroughly. | |
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7. | Test the color intensity of your coffee mixture on any piece of white paper. If you think it's too dark, add a little bit of water until you achieve a light to medium shade of brown. Once you're satisfied with the color, brush over the entire picture with the coffee mixture. | |
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8. | When the picture dries, you'll have an authentic-looking ancient Chinese scroll painting. | |








