Baking Soda Dough Glow Snowman
Create a delightful baking soda dough glow snowman that illuminates your space, perfect for winter decorations and family bonding.
Ingredients
For the dough
- 1 cup baking soda
- 1/2 cup white glue (school glue works) Different types of glue can be experimented with.
- 1/2 cup corn starch Add more if dough is too sticky.
- 3/4 cup water
For crafting
- 1 Bowl bowl for mixing
- 1 container airtight container for storage
- 1 plastic wrap or wax paper
- 1 natural or LED lights (to illuminate the snowman)
- Optional food coloring, decorations (craft items like buttons, scarves, etc.) Customize your snowman.
Instructions
Preparation
- In a bowl, mix together baking soda, corn starch, and water until smooth and free of lumps.
Cooking
- Transfer the mixture to a saucepan and heat over medium heat, constantly stirring until it thickens, looking similar to mashed potatoes.
Cooling
- Remove it from heat and let it cool slightly before placing it on plastic wrap or wax paper.
Shaping
- Knead the dough for a few minutes for better consistency, then form three balls of different sizes for the base, middle, and head.
Detailing
- Use optional decorations to personalize your snowman, adding eyes, a nose, and a scarf as desired.
Drying
- Allow your snowman to air dry for 24-48 hours or bake at 200°F (93°C) for about 2 hours.
Final Touch
- Once dry, place a small LED light inside for a glowing effect.
- Enjoy the magical glow it brings to your space!
Notes
Consider adding a few drops of food coloring to the dough while mixing. Use scraps of fabric or felt for scarves and tiny buttons or beads for added texture.