DIY Glittery Modeling Compound
Making and Storing Homemade Glitter Play Dough
Homemade glitter play dough can be a fun and creative project for families. To ensure your play dough stays soft and pliable for several months, it's essential to store it correctly.
Firstly, keep your play dough in an airtight container or a sealed ziplock bag, and store it in a cool place away from direct sunlight. This prevents moisture loss and drying out. If the play dough becomes dry or hard, you can restore softness by kneading in small amounts of water or a bit of vegetable oil.
For longevity, avoid storing your play dough in the fridge, as cool and dry is better than cold and damp. Short-term refrigeration (up to 5 days) is sometimes recommended but not ideal for long-term storage. Freezing may preserve play dough for a few months (up to 3 months) but may affect the texture. Always check and knead the dough before playing to redistribute moisture and keep it soft.
When it comes to homemade glitter play dough, ensure any glitter or added ingredients are non-toxic, as it's not meant to be ingested. The recipe for homemade glitter play dough includes 1/2 cup all-purpose flour (plain flour), 1/2 cup water, 2 tablespoons salt, 1 teaspoon cream of tartar, 2-3 drops of food dye, and loose glitter.
The method involves mixing the first four ingredients, adding food dye and glitter, heating the mixture, stirring regularly, removing from heat, cooling, kneading, wrapping, and storing. After removing from heat, the play dough ball is placed on some parchment paper and allowed to cool slightly before kneading until smooth and soft.
Once completely cool, the dough is wrapped in parchment paper and stored in a sealable bag. With these storage practices, your homemade glitter play dough can last for months.
For those who prefer non-glitter play dough, a video showing how to make it is available for help. The play dough can be found in the baking aisle of supermarkets.
Remember, always prioritise safety and use non-toxic ingredients when making your homemade play dough. Happy crafting!
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