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How to make play-doh

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By AdamBomb
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This is a great project to involve your kids in. It's simple and fun.

Difficulty: Easy
Instructions

Things You'll Need:

  • 1 cup flour
  • 1/2 cup salt
  • 2 tsp. cream of tarter
  • 2 tbsp. vegetable oil
  • 1 cup warm water
  • food coloring (optional)
  1. Step 1

    Combine all ingredients in a medium saucepan. (Omit food coloring if you are planning to make multiple colors)

  2. Step 2

    Set burner to medium heat and stir constantly until playdough forms a ball.

  3. Step 3

    Remove from heat.

  4. Step 4

    If multiple colors are desired, divide dough and knead food coloring into each portion. Enjoy!

Tips & Warnings
  • Cookie Cutters make excellent play dough toys

Comments  

leanan said

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on 10/9/2008 I'm gonna do this as a craft project with my boys. Thanks!

pixiemama said

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on 10/9/2008 wonderful.

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