If your kids like to play in the snow then they will love this icy-cold clay. I normally steer away from recipes that require cooking, but this one is worth the exception.
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Snow clay is incredibly easy to make, and there are so many fun ways for littles to create & play. Read on for the easy tutorial.
Snow clay is incredibly easy to make, and there are so many fun ways for littles to create & play. Read on for the easy tutorial.
How to Make Snow Clay
Recipe
- 2 cups of baking soda
- 1 cup of corn starch
- 1 & 1/2 cups of cold water
- 3-5 drops of peppermint extract
Method
- Combine all ingredients in a large pot.
- Place the pot uncovered over medium-high heat and stir constantly.
- It does not take long for the clay to form, but it must be stirred during the entire cooking process.
- First, the ingredients will bubble, and then the liquid will turn more clay-like. Continue to stir the ingredients until you have the consistency of mashed potatoes.
- Then, remove the pot from the stove and spoon the dough-like mixture into a large bowl.
- Place a damp cloth over the bowl and allow the clay to cool for 20-30 minutes.
- Once cool remove the clay from the bowl and knead it with clean, dry hands.
- If the clay is at all sticky add a bit of corn starch & knead it in.
- As the clay is kneaded it will become smooth and pliable, giving you the perfect snow clay!
A tip:
- To make your snow clay cold store it in the fridge in an air-tight container for a few hours before play.
Snow Clay Play
There are so many fun ways to use this easy to make clay. Here are some ideas:
- Use your icy-cold clay to make snowmen.
- Make Christmas tree ornaments.
- Make beautiful keepsake ornaments.
- Kids can make and create all sorts of things!
- Once their creations are dry kids can paint and embellish them.
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Tips & Resources:
- If you are making ornaments don't forget to pierce a hole in them before leaving them to dry. That way they can easily be hung from the tree.
- It may take 2-3 days for your clay creations to air-dry.
- You can alternatively store the clay away after play. It can be used again and again!
- For faster drying bake creations in the oven at 200 degrees for 10-15 minutes.
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