How to Revive Dried Play-Doh
Play-Doh can keep a child,occupied for hours on end. However, as with any toy, the Play-Doh artist may forget to put it away. The result will be a hard, crumbly lump that doesn't look much good for anything. However, it's easy to revive the Doh into playing shape.
Instructions
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Add a drop or two of water to the Play-Doh. Knead the Doh to distribute the water.
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Continue adding water a small amount at a time and working it through the Play-Doh. The Play-Doh should slowly begin to soften and regain its former texture.
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Examine your Play-Doh. If it's still not soft enough, wrap a wet paper towel around the Play-Doh and put it in official container or a plastic bag. Leave the towel with the Play-Doh overnight. Store the revived Play-Doh properly to keep it from drying out again
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Tips & Warnings
Be patient and slow when adding the water. If you add too much water, allow the Play-Doh to dry out once more and try the rehydration process again.
If you use the paper towel method, remove the towel the next day. Play-Doh is wheat-based and will begin to grow mold if left with too much moisture for an extended period.
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Comments
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jkevinballard
Mar 27, 2010
I've found that a MUCH more effective way to revive Play Doh is to hold it for a few seconds over boiling water to get the steam. This is much more controlled and allows you to get it back to its brand-new consistency without the mess that plain water makes. Make sure to have an ADULT do this, of course. Just flatten it out, hold it over the steam for a couple of seconds and knead the dough. Repeat until you have it to where you want it.
