# DIY Watercolor Popsicles This Painted Popsicle Project Uses Food Coloring for Artistic Effect By Alyson Wyers | Published 2015-08-13 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/painted-popsicle References: [sugarandcloth](http://sugarandcloth.com/2015/08/6-diy-watercolor-sweets/) & [papernstitchblog](http://www.papernstitchblog.com/2015/04/13/edible-watercolors-painted-popsicles/) While some are innovating with [unconventional ice pop flavors](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sweet-greens-pop), others are focusing on their appearance with this painted popsicle project. The watercolor popsicles from Paper & Stitch is extremely quick and is an easy party trick to give your frozen treats a little extra something. The painted popsicle uses food coloring as edible paint. You will also need a food safe paint brush. To get a good base to paint upon, blogger Brittni Mehlhoff used a popsicle recipe that consists of lemon, lime, orange, lemonade or limeade. She also suggests using food coloring drops, and not the gel. [Kids will particularly enjoy](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/jel-sert-and-crayola) this [pop of color](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/oodles-of-doodles). They are also great for people who simply love the look of watercolor and enjoy living a well-curated life. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.1/10 - Popularity: 79% | Activity: 65% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 10% men, 90% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Lifestyle](https://www.trendhunter.com/lifestyle) > [Food](https://www.trendhunter.com/food) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Unconventional Ice Pop Flavors:** Explore the creation of unique and unexpected flavors for ice pops. - **Food Coloring as Edible Paint:** Discover the use of food coloring as a medium for edible art. - **Well-curated Life:** Explore the trend of individuals who enjoy living a carefully curated lifestyle. ### Where This Applies - **Food and Beverage:** The food and beverage industry can explore innovative ways to create and market unconventional ice pop flavors. - **Art and Design:** The art and design industry can capitalize on the use of food coloring as an artistic medium for creating edible art. - **Lifestyle and Wellness:** The lifestyle and wellness industry can cater to individuals who strive for a well-curated life by offering products and services that align with this trend. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Popsicle-Polish Crossover Collaborations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/daily-harvest-1.md) - [Jewelry-Inspired Ice Pop Makers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/zoku-ring-pop-mold.md) - [Boozy Ice Pops](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hardpops.md) - [Tongue-Dyeing Frozen Treats](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/twister-berrylicious.md) - [Mythically Inspired Ice Pops](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/unicorn-twist-pops.md) - [Popsicle-Flavored Toothpastes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ice-pop-toothpaste.md) - [Mess-Free Eco Craft Kits](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/create-n-colour.md) - [Hydrating Electrolyte Popsicles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hydration-juice-pops.md) - [Tea-Infused Rosé Ice Pops](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ros-ice-pop.md)