DIY Scratch-Off Paint Recipe + Free Lunchbox Jokes Printable
- --diane
- 4 days ago
- 1 min read

Who doesn’t love the excitement of scratching off a secret surprise? ✨ With just a few simple supplies, you can make your own DIY scratch-off paint at home—and it’s perfect for adding a little fun to back-to-school lunches, handmade cards, or party games.
To make it extra special, I created a free printable set of lunchbox jokes and riddles. 🥪💌 Just print them out, cover the answers with your homemade scratch-off paint, and tuck one into your kiddo’s lunch for a silly midday surprise!

Materials You’ll Need
Dish soap 🧼
Acrylic paint – any color you like 🎨
Packaging tape or clear labels
Silicone mat or freezer paper
Paint brush
My free printable lunchbox jokes on the 👉 Freebie Page
How It Works
The magic is in mixing a little dish soap with acrylic paint—that’s what makes it scratchable! You’ll paint over the clear tape or labels, let it dry, and then place it right on top of the answer to your joke or riddle.
It’s that simple! 🎉
👉 Want to see the full step-by-step tutorial? Watch my video here:
Fun Ways to Use DIY Scratch-Off Paint
Lunchbox jokes & riddles
Birthday party games
Handmade cards with hidden messages
Classroom activities
Family game night surprises
I can’t wait for you to try this one—it’s such a fun little craft that brings a big smile! If you do, I’d love it if you tagged me so I can see your creations. 💖
Happy crafting,

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