Ingredients
- 2 cups baking soda
- 1 cup white vinegar
- 1 cup corn starch
- 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
- Food coloring (various colors)
- Mixing bowl
- Measuring cups
- Spoon or spatula
- Cookie cutters (for shaping)
- Baking sheet
- Parchment paper (optional)
Instructions
- Combine the baking soda and corn starch in a mixing bowl.
- Slowly pour in the vinegar while stirring to create a bubbling mixture.
- Continue stirring until it reaches a consistent texture and add vegetable oil.
- Heat the mixture in a microwave for about 1 minute, then stir until pliable.
- Divide the dough into smaller portions and add food coloring.
- Knead the dough until the colors blend harmoniously.
- Flatten each portion onto parchment paper using hands or a rolling pin.
- Use cookie cutters to shape the ornaments.
- Place the shapes on a baking sheet and let them dry overnight.
- Add strings or hooks to the dried ornaments for hanging if desired.
Notes
Store ornaments in a cool, dry place. They can last for years if preserved properly.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Craft
- Method: Mixing and Shaping
- Cuisine: N/A
- Diet: N/A
