The ingredients:
2 cups flour
1 cup salt
4 tsp cream of tartar or alum
2 Tbsp oil
2 cups water
(Photo provided by chrissi.)
*Food coloring or non-toxic watercolor powder or liquid base (added to the water)
The How-To’s:
Combine all dry ingredients well, then add liquids. Cook, stirring, over medium heat for about 3 minutes or until a firm doughy ball is formed. Roll onto your counter top. Allow to cool enough to handle. Knead until stiff. Store in a ziplock bag, but allow to cool fully first to avoid condensation.
Playing with playdough yields several developmental outcomes, such as sensory experience, creativity, and fine motor development.






















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The Playdough recipe is great- I have used this one and a similar non-cook one. One thing to keep in mind-even though it is non-toxic and somewhat edible, use caution letting little ones eat it -because it is really salty.
love the idea!!! i will definitely make this
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