Playdough Recipe


Ingredients:

2 cups of flour
1 cup of salt
1 tablespoon of cooking oil
1/4-1/2 cup of water (Warm or hot)
Food colouring (Several drops) is Recommended if your child eats the play dough (Try not
to encourage this).

or

Poster paint or non-toxic children’s paint – Generous squeeze (This gives a lovely bright
colour)


Let’s make it :

Combine flour and salt in a bowl.

  1. Combine flour and salt in a bowl.
  2. Slowly stir in oil, water, and a few drops of food colouring or good squirt of poster paint
    (Children’s non- toxic paint).
  3. Let the mixture sit for a few minutes; it may be sticky at first but will absorb moisture as itrests.
  4. Knead well until smooth.

This recipe should last for 4-7 days if stored in the fridge in an airtight container. Let us know what you think! Please leave a comment below or some feedback! Happy to help if you are having any problems.

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Hi! My name is Nyasha. I am a Mother of two and have worked with children and their families for the last 16 years. I am committed to providing advice, support, and guidance to help parents find their own unique way.