Drawing with Dough

This is something that is a little different but is good for all ages. The mixture is between dough and paint, yes, I know that sounds alittle weird. It is a concoction that is fun to squeeze out onto your paper. When it dries, the salt in the dough crystallizes, leaving a glitter look to it.

Here is what you will need to make the mixture:

2/3 cup of water

2/3 cup of flour

2/3 cup of salt

Washable tempera paint

Squeeze bottles (you can find these at an all in one store, or a craft store too).

In a mixing bowl, whisk together the water, flour and salt. Divide the dough (onced mixed) into different bowls so that if you want more than one color, each bowl will be a different color. Drop a few drops of tempera paint into each bowl. Mix and then pour/spoon the mixture into the squeeze bottle.

To make your designs, you can squeeze the bottles onto the paper (the heavier the paper the better), mixing and forming. When you are done with the design, be sure have the paper lieing flat on the table for drying.

Edible PlayDough

It has been a while since I posted on the himamma blog....but don't worry, I will start posting some new ideas...we have been busy doing various arts and crafts. Be sure to check back within the next week or so.

One of our favorite playdates is making edible play dough. It is great for families that have really young children who love to put everything in their mouth. Even my four year old had fun making it...because she loves to "cook". Enjoy...here is the recipe for edible play dough (all natural).

Edible Play Dough
1/2 C peanut butter
1/2 C honey
1 C powdered milk

Put all the ingredients together and mix it up with your hands (or use a mixer) until its fairly smooth. The oils from the peanut butter will keep it from sticking to the table and the kids' hands. To store the play dough you can place it in a plastic bag or a covered container.