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How to make your own Play Dough




Things to make and do - art: Play Dough




You will need:


Large saucepan
Wooden spoon
2 cups of plain flour
2 cups of water
1 cup of salt
2 tablespoons of oil
2 teaspoons of cream of tartar
A splash of food colouring (the more you put in, the stronger the colour)

Things to make and do - art: Play Dough




What to do

1. Place all the ingredients into the large saucepan.



Things to make and do - art: Play Dough



2. Over a low heat stir continually for about 3 or 4 minutes until it thickens into a ball.



Things to make and do - art: Play Dough



3. Tip out onto a plate/board and knead for a minute to ensure it is well mixed and smooth.



Things to make and do - art: Play Dough



4. The play dough is now ready for playing with and will keep well in an airtight container for several days.



Things to make and do - art: Play Dough

Things to make and do - art: Play Dough

Things to make and do - art: Play Dough




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