Painted Road Sign Rocks: A Simple & Fun Craft for Kids🚦

Painted Road Sign Rocks: A Simple & Fun Craft for Kids

Looking for a screen-free, nature-based activity that sparks creativity and doesn’t cost the earth? Painting rocks is one of the easiest and most satisfying craft ideas for kids and adults love it too!

At Make Me Iconic, we’re all about creating open-ended play opportunities that encourage kids to explore their imagination. This simple DIY activity is perfect for after school, weekends, school holidays or even as a calming activity before bedtime on these colder winter nights.

Brrrr, as it's colder outside, which means one thing: time for more craft ideas to help keep the imaginative play going strong in your home! Try our super cute painted road sign rocks - they're easy enough for all ages to have a go, and will add even more fun to their mini Aussie vehicle set.  

Why We Love This Craft

Painting rocks allows kids to:
✔️ Practice fine motor skills
✔️ Experiment with colour mixing and patterns
✔️ Learn about shapes and design
✔️ Use natural materials found right in your own backyard
✔️ Create their own mini artworks or stones

You can paint Aussie-themed symbols like gum leaves, echidnas, rainbows, or even your own family of colourful creatures. Want to take it further? Try turning your rocks into a game of story stones for endless imaginative play.

• Large smooth rocks (preferably light-coloured or clean brown tones)

• POSCA paint pens in:
  • White
  • Light blue
  • Red
  • Orange
  • Yellow
  • Light green & dark green
  • Light grey
  • Black

• Large brown cardboard sheet

• Lead pencil

• Ruler

• Thick black marker (texta)

Top Tip:

Don’t worry if you don’t have POSCA pens — acrylic paints work just as well! Just seal the rocks with a clear coat if you plan to use them outdoors or in the garden.

Display or Play? You Choose!

Once finished, your painted rocks make gorgeous shelf decor, cute gifts for grandparents, or fun outdoor play pieces. Try hiding them in the garden for a rock hunt, or placing them around your neighbourhood for others to find — a sweet way to spread a little joy.

Paint, play and create with your little ones using this easy craft idea that connects art with nature. Don’t forget to tag us @makemeiconic so we can see your masterpieces!