Playdough recipe

supplied by Merle Dieterich, passionate mom and businesswoman whose 2 beautiful children, Lerato and Marvin never cease to amaze and teach her about what counts. You’ll find her at  jozikids.co.za

This is a recipe that was given to me many years ago by a Montessori school teacher and works fabulously. If stored  in an air tight container or in a plastic bag in the fridge it can last up to 3 months. Its also a great activity your kids can get involved in. I started making it when my kids were about 2yrs old and still make it now and then for my 13 yr old!

Here goes:

Ingredients:

1 cup salt
2 cups flour
4 tsps cream of tartar
2 tbl oil
2 cups water
flour
food colouring

  • Mix all the above ingredients together to form a smooth paste in a big pot on the stove.
  • Heat the mixture slowly in the pot on medium heat.
  • Stir constantly ( essential)
  • It  becomes a very sticky heavy mixture.
  • As the mixture thickens it starts to separate a little from the sides of the pot.
  • Once thick, allow to cool. add a bit of flour and knead to a smooth dough.
  • You can keep adding flour to counteract the stickiness until it is smooth and easy to work with.
  • The finished product is glorious to touch and play with. You’ll find it hard to resist!

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