Colorful Clay

Kids love to play with modeling clay – whether they're sculpting it, pounding it, or throwing it. Replenish their supply with this colorful clay that's fun to make.

Materials: 1 cup flour 1/2 cup salt 2 teaspoon cream of tartar 1 teaspoon cooking oil Food coloring

Instructions:

1. In a heavy saucepan, combine flour, salt, and cream of tartar.
2. Add oil, 1 cup water, and food coloring as desired.
3. Cook over medium heat for 3 minutes, stirring constantly, until mixture pulls away from sides of pan.
4. Remove from heat, and let cool 1 minute. Transfer to a work surface, and knead until smooth.
5. Store in an airtight container; it will keep for several weeks.

This clay is not for children under 1 year of age; due to its high salt content, children should be discouraged from consuming it.

MarthaStewart.com - Good Thing: Colorful Clay. www.marthastewart.com. Viewed on March 28, 2001.