PLAY CLAY

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This is a modeling dough for children that can also be used to make Christmas ornaments. I found this one in a newpaper. I haven't tried it but it looks like one that my daughter brought home and made when she was in school. After hers were hardened she got paint, glue and a variety of coloured glitter and decorated them.

Provided by _Pixie_

Categories     Household Cleaner

Time 2h25m

Yield 1 batch

Number Of Ingredients 5

1/2 cup table salt (do not use rock or sea salt)
1/2 cup hot water
1/2 cup cold water
1/2 cup cornstarch
2 drops food coloring (optional)

Steps:

  • Mix the cold water, food coloring (if desired) and the cornstarch until smooth Mix the salt and the hot water in a saucepan and bring to a boil.
  • Add the cornstarch mixture to the boiling salt water and stir vigorously to prevent it from lumping up.
  • Cook over low heat stirring constantly until mixture is stiff.
  • Turn the mixture out onto a bread board.
  • When cool knead until smooth.
  • Use immediately or wrap in plastic wrap and store in an airtight container.
  • To make Christmas tree ornaments, roll out dough 1/4" thick and use cookie cutters to make a variety of shapes.
  • Using a toothpick, make a hole at the top of each one so that a string or wire can be inserted.
  • To harden models or ornaments either air dry them at room temperature for 3 days or bake at 200F for 2 hours.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 243.8, Sodium 56659.2, Carbohydrate 58.4, Fiber 0.6, Protein 0.2

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