Many of us have long resented the mess it makes and the way the colours get mixed together, and the dried up bits that are left behind in the little shapes, cutters and presses.. well maybe that's just me.
However, my kids love play dough - it makes them happy and keeps them entertained for a good hour, so that's reason enough for me to let go of my hang ups :)
The benefits of making your own play dough?
- It's less expensive
- You don't have to worry about separating the colours to pack it away in the little tubs
- The process of making it is also fun for the kids
- It smells better
This recipe is super quick and easy, and uses ingredients that most households would always have on hand. Plus you can make whatever colours you like.
Ingredients
1 cup flour
1 tbsp of oil
1 cup water
1/2 cup salt
1 tbsp white vinegar
A few drops of food colouring (depending on how brightly coloured you would like it)
Method
Mix everything together in a saucepan.
Cook over a medium heat stirring constantly until it starts to come together into one blob.
Remove from the heat, turn out onto a floured surface and knead until smooth.
Keeps in an airtight container for several days.
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