A recipe from Heloise...Inexpensive and fun to make!!
2 cups baking soda
1 cup cornstarch
1-1/4 cups water
Food Coloring (optional)
Combine the baking soda and cornstarch in a saucepan. Add the water and some food coloring (if desired). Heat over medium heat, stirring constantly until mixture is like wet mashed potato consistency. Pour onto a plate and cover with a damp cloth. Allow mixture to cool and then knead until smooth. Use immediately or store in a ziploc -style bag in the refrigerator. Shape into ornaments either by hand or by using cookie cutters. Don't forget to cut a hang-hole (the end of a straw is perfect for this). Dry the ornaments overnight or place in the oven at 250*F for about 15 minutes. Once dry and cool, they can be painted or decorated. Then finish them off with a coat of varnish or clear nail polish.
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