This DIY playdough recipe is a fantastic way to engage kids in hours of safe, creative play. Using ingredients from Wasteless Pantry, you can make non-toxic playdough at home with simple household items like flour, cream of tartar, and natural colorants. This homemade playdough is not only easy to make but also customizable and environmentally friendly. Follow these steps to mix, cook, and knead your own playdough, perfect for crafty afternoons. Plus, using natural ingredients ensures that it’s safe for kids and adds an educational twist to playtime.
Here’s how you can make your own:
Ingredients from Wasteless Pantry:
- 2 cups plain flour
- 4 Tbsp cream of tartar
- 1 cup fine salt
- 2 cups water
- 2 Tbsp oil (vegetable or coconut oil works great)
- 2 tsp natural colorants like turmeric, beetroot powder, cocoa, or spinach powder (adjust according to desired color intensity)
Instructions:
- Combine Ingredients: In a saucepan, mix together the flour, cream of tartar, salt, water, oil, and your choice of natural colorant.
- Cook the Mixture: Place the saucepan over medium heat and stir the mixture constantly for 3 to 5 minutes. The dough will begin to thicken and start to form a ball. Remove from heat once it has thickened adequately.
- Cool and Knead: Allow the dough to cool slightly before turning it out onto a clean surface. Knead it until smooth.
- Play Time: Now it’s ready for play! Let your kids shape, cut, and mold the dough into their own creations.
- Storage: Store the playdough in an airtight container to keep it soft and usable for future play.
This DIY playdough is not only fun but also a great way to encourage sensory play and creativity in children. Plus, using natural colorants adds a safe and educational twist to the activity. Have fun crafting and creating with your little ones!