How to Make Modeling Clay
How to make modeling clay at home. – Looking for something to do with the kids, how about making some modeling clay at home? Below you will find 4 easy to make at home clay recipes.
MODELING CLAY – RECIPE 1
Mix together:
* 2 1/2 cups flour
* 1 cup salt
* 1 cup water
* Food coloring, optional
Store in refrigerator.
RECIPE 2
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
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
Mix:
* 1 cup cornstarch
* 2 cups bicarbonate of soda
* 1 1/2 cups cold water
* Food coloring
Heat over medium heat, stirring constantly until mixture is dough like. Cool, covered with a damp cloth. Coat finished products with a shellac to seal and preserve.
Photo. Kate Romeo
i read all the recipes and i think they should use a micrewave because i am 12
i thought you were going to give examples of things to make with the clay. Does each recipe act the same, for whatever is going to be made?
In the past, I made small roses & after they hardened, made earrings & necklaces with them. I always enjoyed working with clay & seeing what I could come up with. I hope everyone reading this will also. Joy
Hi Joy, thank you for sharing your modeling clay experience! Each recipe may vary in properties, making some better suited for specific projects. It’s wonderful to hear about your enjoyment in creating small roses and turning them into jewelry pieces – the possibilities with clay are endless! Happy crafting!
Here are a few suggestions to consider: Sculpt animals, plants, or objects with the kids for a fun art project. Mold clay into beads for jewelry making, using a toothpick to create a hole in each bead before drying. Create holiday decorations like ornaments or figurines for a festive touch. Make mini pots and planters for a gardening project, painting them and adding miniature plants for home decor.