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"Cornstarch Finger Paint"
3 tbsps. sugar
1/2 cup cornstarch
2 cups cold water
Food coloring
Soap flakes
or liquid dishwashing soap
Mix sugar and cornstarch in medium saucepan over low heat. Add cold water and stir until mixture is thick. Remove from heat. Divide into four or five cups. Add a drop or two of food coloring and a pinch of soap flakes or soap to each portion. Stir and let cool. Store in airtight container.
"Soap Crayons"
1 3/4 c Ivory Snow; (powder)
food coloring
1/4 c water
Mix water & soap flakes together. Add food coloring & put mixture into an ice cube tray. Allow to harden. Break or cut into pieces. Great for water play or bathtime fun!
"Face Paint"
1 tsp. corn starch
1/2 tsp. water
1/2 tsp. cold cream
Food coloring
Stir together starch and cold cream then add water and stir. Add food coloring. Use a small brush or Q-tip to paint designs on child's face. Remove with soap and water. Store in airtight container.
"Goop"
Equal parts of Elmers glue and liquid laundry starch
Food coloring if desired
Mix together until it forms a ball. If it is sticky add a few drops of liquid starch. It will first become very stringy until you have mixed it well. Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate overnight.
