Modeling Clay Recipes

Mix together:

2 1/2 cups flour
1 cup salt
1 cup water
Food coloring, optional

Store in refrigerator.

RECIPE 2

This formula requires adult supervision
Mix and cook over low heat until mixture thickens:

1 cup salt
1 cup flour
1 cup water
Food coloring, optional

Cool before using

RECIPE 3

This formula also requires adult supervision
Combine over low heat, stirring constantly until mixture becomes stiff and comes away from sides of pot:

1 cup salt
4 tablespoons oil
2 cups flour
4 tablespoons cream of tartar
2 cups water
Food coloring

Store in a closed container or plastic bag.

RECIPE 4

This formula requires adult supervision
Mix:

1 cup cornstarch
2 cups bicarbonate of soda
1 1/2 cups cold water
Food coloring

Heat over medium fire, stirring constantly until mixture is doughlike.
Cool, covered with a damp cloth.
Coat finished products with a shellac to seal and preserve.