Cornstarch Clay

We had a very busy day. We first took 6 bags full of toys, puzzles, books and clothes to Goodwill. We then headed over to Costco to get some summer supplies for the house. After having lunch at Costco (the girls were wondering where grandpa Maury was) (he always has lunch at Costco) we then went to Home Depot to get some plants for the front flower bed. (they then talked me into taking them to the local ice cream place. YUM!)

When we got home I made this really easy recipe with cornstarch, baking powder, salt and water. The kids had a great time using the clay to mold their designs. Now they need to dry for a few days and then we will use water colors to paint the designs. Cooper made a cool snake. Both of the girls made little pots. I think they will give these to great-grandma.

For the Clay You Will Need:

2 cups cornstarch

1 cup salt

2 cups baking powder

2 cups water
For sculpting and color:

watercolors

toothpicks


To make:

1. Add dry ingredients to the water and cook on medium to high heat, stirring constantly

2. The mixture will start getting clumpy, turn the down heat; when about 80% of the mixture is dough-like take off the heat and continue to stir until the leftover liquid joins the dough.

3. Let cool for a few minutes then start molding and sculpting.

The girls are already wanting me to make more this summer. I will post the final pictures after watercolors when we finish. :)