This is my favorite recipe for this type of modeling clay. It is non-toxic and may be air dried. Not only do the kids love making things with it, so do I! Small Christmas decorations and ornaments, candle holders, small decorative bowls and statues are just a few of the things you can make. Once fully dry, I either add to the design with paint or just seal with diluted Elmer's glue.Hopefully, I will have some photos and give instructions for kid friendly projects (and maybe one of my own) by next week. Check back!
I have no idea where I first got this recipe, but have quoted it here as found. If you recognize it and know the author, let me know because I would love to give credit due! The only thing I can add is that you can make different color clays by using food coloring for light colors and non-toxic water color powder for darker colors. For my own use and even more intensely colored pieces, I have used acrylic paint as an additive. This is not recommended for children's use.
Flour Clay
This clay doesn’t require cooking. The clay can be baked or air dried. You can weave or braid thin coils of the clay to make baskets. You can also make bread look-a-likes. Your projects should last for several years. You can also paint and/or seal your projects after drying.
Materials:
4 cups flour
1 ½ cup warm water
1 cup salt
mixing bowl
mixing spoon
cookie sheet
refrigeratorDirections:
1. Mix the flour, water, and salt. Refrigerate for 30 minutes.
2. Form the clay into desired shape(s).
3. Place on the cookie sheet.
4. Air dry for several days or bake at 300 degrees Fahrenheit for one hour.
5. Refrigerate any unused clay in an airtight container.
