Finally, a homemade play clay recipe we love

In the past, we always used play dough with my youngest son (my oldest son dislikes play dough due to his sensory issues).  Play dough is fun but it can be difficult to remove off the carpet,  so I was trying to find something that would appeal to my children and to me (that was easy to clean).

This week we made a simple version of modeling clay (play dough) that can be stored for weeks in a

Arts and Craft Recipes

Art Supplies RecipesFrom time to time, I’ll be adding to this page for more resources for recipes to make crafts. Here are the links to navigate to my posts for Art and Craft recipes that I have posted.Bubble RecipesClay RecipesCrayon and Chalk RecipesFun and Yucky Recipes (kids love)Glue and Paste RecipesPaper Mache' Glue RecipesPaint, Dye and Ink RecipesPlaydough Recipes

Bubble Recipes

Giant Bubble recipeIngredients:6 cups water3/4 cup corn syrup2 cups dishwashing liquidDirections:Mix together and let sit 4 hours before using.Giant Bubbles recipe #2Ingredients:1 C. Warm Water1/4 C. Blue Dishwashing Liquid >LI>1 Tsp. SaltDirections:Combine all ingredients. Mix well until salt dissolves. Use.Bubbles recipe #1Ingredients:1 cup of water2 Tbs.liquid detergent1 Tbs. glycerine1/2 tsp.

Clay Recipes

Modeling ClayIngredients:1 c. cornstarch1 ½ c. water16 ounces baking sodaDirections:Combine cornstarch and baking soda together in large saucepan. Stir in water and cook over low heat until the mixture becomes thick and forms a ball. Remove from heat and cool. Knead the dough on a countertop dusted with cornstarch until smooth.Air Dry ClayIngredients:3 c. flour1 c. salt½ c. white glue1 c. water1

Crayon and Chalk Recipes

Multi-colored crayonsIngredients:Broken pieces of crayonaluminum panDirections:Peel broken crayons and melt in a small aluminum pan at 350 degrees for 15 -20 minutes.Cool and break into new multi-colored pieces.Soap Crayons #1Ingredients:1 3/4 cup Ivory Snow50 drops food coloring1/4 cup waterDirections:Mix water and soap flakes together. Add food coloring and thoroughly mix. Put mixture into an

Fun and Yucky Recipes (kids love)

Slime #1Ingredients:1 cup Lux soap flakes2 Liters warm water1 large plastic containerFood colouring(optional)Directions:Dissolve soup flakes in warm water in large plastic container. Add food colouring here if you want. Allow mixture to stand until it becomes thick. Add more water, if necessary.Beat in mixture with egg beaters. (let children do this)Use kitchen gadgets to pour, measure, scoop and

Glue and Paste Recipes

Homemade GlueIngredients:3/4 cup water2 tbsp. corn syrup1 tsp. white vinegar1/2 cup cornstarch3/4 cup cold waterDirections:Mix water, syrup and vinegar in saucepan. Bring to a rolling boil. In small bowl, mix cornstarch and cold water. Add this mixture slowly to first mixture. Stir constantly. Let stand overnight before using.Waterproof GlueIngredients:2 packets (1/2 ounce) unflavored gelatin2

Papier Mache Paste Recipes

Papier Mache Paste #1Ingredients:1 cup water1/4 cup flour5 cups lightly boiling waterDirections:Mix flour into the water until mixture is thin and runny, stir into boiling water. Gently boil and stir for 3 minutes. Cool before using.Papier Mache Paste #2Ingredients:one part flourone part waterDirections:Mix flour and water in a bowl until you get a smooth consistency. Use.Wheat Flour Papier Mache

Paint, Dye, and Ink Recipes (updated Jan. 30)

Those recipes with *** indicate they have recently been added effective Jan 30, 2009Thanks,~ Mrs. K ~Snow Flake Finger paints ***1 cup Ivory Soap Flakesenough water to give a consistency to that of whipped creamMix the water and soap flakes; beat with a rotary beater until creamy. Add food coloring for different colors.Snow Puffy paint ***Shaving creamElmer's glueMix equal parts of shaving cream

Playdough Recipes (updated Jan. 30)

those recipes with *** indicate they have recently been added effective Jan 30, 2009Thanks,~ Mrs. K ~BETTER PLAYDOUGH TIPS:Try substituting baby oil for vegetable oil in playdough recipes. The smell is wonderful and the playdough itself will not mold or get that rancid odor . It remains soft for a very long time.You can use playdough to enhance nearly any theme in your curriculum.PERFECT PLAY