Cotton Ball Sensory Dough
This cotton ball sensory dough is an engaging craft for children that stimulates creativity, tactile exploration, and fine motor skills using simple ingredients.
Ingredients
Dough Base
- 1 cup flour
- 1/2 cup salt
- 1 cup water
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
Sensory Add-ins
- 1 cup cotton balls
- 1 drops food coloring (optional) Use to customize color.
- 1 drops essential oils (optional for scent) Experiment with different scents.
Instructions
Preparation
- In a large mixing bowl, combine 1 cup of flour and 1/2 cup of salt.
- Slowly add in 1 cup of water and 2 tablespoons of vegetable oil while stirring with a spoon.
Mixing
- Continue mixing until all ingredients are combined and the mixture has a smooth, doughy consistency.
- If desired, add a few drops of food coloring to achieve the preferred hue.
Incorporating Cotton Balls
- Gently fold in 1 cup of cotton balls into the dough mixture.
- Use your hands to knead the dough lightly, allowing the cotton balls to distribute evenly.
Adding Scents (Optional)
- If using essential oils for scent, add a few drops and knead once more to blend.
Enjoy!
- Your cotton ball sensory dough is now ready for exploration. Let kids squish, mold, and shape to their heart’s content!
Notes
Store the sensory dough in an airtight container or zip-lock bag in the refrigerator for up to a week. You can substitute shredded cotton or fabric scraps for cotton balls. Glitter can be added for extra fun but may create a mess.