Baking Soda Dough Snowmen
Create charming snowmen using a simple baking soda dough, perfect for holiday crafting with family and friends.
Ingredients
Dough Ingredients
- 1 cup baking soda
- 1/2 cup white school glue
- 1/2 cup cornstarch
- 1/2 cup water Gradually add to create a smooth mixture.
Optional Materials
- food coloring For tinted dough.
- decorative items (buttons, fabric, markers) For personalizing your snowman.
Instructions
Preparation
- In a bowl, combine baking soda, white school glue, and cornstarch.
- Gradually add water to create a smooth mixture.
Cooking
- Pour the mixture into a saucepan over medium heat.
- Stir continuously until the dough thickens and forms a ball, about 5-7 minutes.
Cooling and Kneading
- Remove the dough from the heat and let it cool for a few minutes.
- Once warm but manageable, knead it on a clean surface until smooth and pliable.
Shaping
- Roll the dough into three separate balls for your snowman’s body – large, medium, and small.
- Stack them on top of each other, pressing slightly to secure.
Decorating
- Use decorative items like buttons for eyes, small fabric pieces for scarves, or markers for facial features.
- Get creative and personalize your snowman!
Notes
Customize colors with food coloring. Try adding glitter for a festive touch. Shape dough into different winter figures such as stars or trees.