Playdough

When the Swallow's young ones were younger, they love to play with Plasticine, a soft modelling material which could be bought from craft shops or stationery stores. However, the Swallow felt it was not cost-effective to use this material as it hardened quickly if not used often after it has been opened. Thus, when she came across this Playdough recipe, it was a welcomed relief. Although this recipe does not last long either, the cost of the ingredients was only a fraction of the cost for the Plasticine.

PLAYDOUGH

Ingredients

• 1 cup flour
• 1 cup boiling water
• 2 tbsp cream of tartar
• 1/2 cup salt
• 1 tbsp oil
• food colouring

Method

1. In a large bowl, combine everything together and mix well with a wooden spoon. A ball of soft dough will slowly form. 
2. When the soft dough if warm to the touch, continue kneading by hand until dough is no longer sticky.
3. Store in an air-tight container when not in use.