How to make modeling clay?

July 22, 2024 0 By Gregory

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Do you want to learn how to make modeling clay for yourself and your children? Were you looking for an easy and simple recipe to apply? No worries, we’ll explain everything to you in this article! After reading our post, you will know how to make modeling clay in no time and keep your children busy!

The recipe for making modeling clay

Most recipes for making playdough require common ingredients that you can easily find in your kitchen. For the simplest and most common recipe, you will need the following:

two cups of flour
two cups of lukewarm water
a cup of salt
a cup of baking soda
a tablespoon of vegetable oil (cooking oil works very well).

Start by mixing all the ingredients in a large bowl or salad bowl. Knead the dough by hand, adding flour if necessary to prevent the dough from being too sticky. We recommend coloring it now, adding a few drops of food coloring or planning to use paint or colored pencils later.

After kneading the playdough, keep it in an airtight container or closed plastic bag, so it stays cool and soft. This modeling clay can be used for a few weeks, but it is advisable to throw it away if it smells bad or starts to dry out.

If you want a softer playdough for little ones, you can use cornstarch as the main ingredient. For this recipe you will need:

a cup of flour
a cup of cornstarch
half a cup of salt
half a cup of hot water
two tablespoons of vegetable oil.

Mix all ingredients in a large bowl, and adjust by adding more cornstarch if the dough is too sticky or more water if it is too dry. This manufacturing method will result in a soft and elastic modeling clay. As long as it is stored in an airtight bag or container, the dough will stay soft for several weeks.

Other modeling clay recipes

There are many other playdough recipes you can try at home. Use ingredients such as cornstarch, potato starch or rice flour, for varied results. You can also add essential oils to add pleasant, calming scents. It’s important to note that these recipes may have a shorter shelf life than the base recipe, so be sure to use them quickly.

Advantages of making your own modeling clay

There are several benefits to making playdough at home. First of all, it can save you money. Purchased modeling clays are often expensive, especially if you want to buy several colors. Additionally, homemade play dough is completely edible and does not contain harmful chemicals. You also don’t have to worry about the texture, color, or quantity you’ll need because you can easily adjust the recipe to suit your preferences.

How to store modeling clay?

The great thing about modeling clay is that it can be used over and over again, as long as you follow a few simple storage rules and/or have the right modeling clay accessories. When you’re done playing, be sure to dry your playdough and store it in a jar or other airtight container. You can reuse it several times by simply rehydrating it with water! There is no need to store it in any particular place as long as the container is tightly closed.

And you, have you ever made modeling clay for your children?