Arm and Hammer Play Clay

Ingredients

2 C baking soda (1 lb package)

1 C cornstarch

1 1/4 C cold water

food color if desired

Procedure

Stir together and cook over medium heat till like moist mashed potatoes. Turn onto plate and cover with a damp cloth. Shape and have fun then leave to dry or bake at 350 degrees for 15 minutes.

Special Notes

Though it is more work to cook this recipe it makes a better textured play clay. Liam and Molly Lincolnhol and Aunt Sue tried out two different recipes and they preferred this clay. The other recipe we tried was a no cook recipe below:

Materials

Bowl
1 cup cold water
1 cup salt
2 teaspoons vegetable oil
Tempera paint or food coloring
3 cups flour
2 tablespoons cornstarch

Directions

In bowl, mix water, salt, oil, and enough tempera paint or food coloring to make a bright color.
Gradually add flour and cornstarch until the mixture reaches the consistency of bread dough.
Store covered.