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1. Take time to work, it is the price of success. 2. Take time to think, it is the source of power. 3. Take time to play, it is the secret of youth. 4. Take time to read, it is the foundation of knowledge. 5. Take time to worship, it is the highway of reverence and washes the dust of earth from our eyes. 6. Take time to love, it is the one sacrament of life. 7. Take time to help and enjoy friends, it is the source of happiness. 8. Take time to dream, it hitches the soul to the stars. 9. Take time to laugh, it is the singing that helps with life's loads. 10. Take time to plan it is the secret of being able to have time to take time for the first nine things.
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602 -- TOMATO PASTE
8 qts. peeled and chopped tomatoes,
take most of the seed out
1/2 c. chopped sweet red peppers
2 bay leaves
1 tbsp. salt
1 clove of garlic
Combine first 4 ingredients and cook slowly 1 hour. Press through fine sieve. Add garlic (if desired), 1 bay leaf and continue cooking slowly until thick enough to round up on a spoon. About 2 1/2 hours. Stir often to prevent burning on. Remove garlic and bay leaf. Pour hot into 1/2 pint cans. Put cover and seal on. Boil in hot water bath for 45 minutes. Makes 9 half pints.
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603 -- FINGER PAINT
2 c. flour
2 tsp. salt
3 c. cold water
2 c. hot water
Mix salt and flour, add cold water gradually and beat with egg beater until smooth. Add hot water and boil until mixture loses chalky appearance. Beat smooth. Color with food coloring.
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604 -- FINGER PAINTS
2 c. water
2 tbsp. laundry starch
Food coloring (to desired color)
Cook water and starch until creamy, no lumps. Add coloring last. Makes 1 pint.
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605 -- PLAY DOE
1 c. flour
1 c. water
2 tsp. cream of tartar
1/2 c. salt
1 tbsp. oil
Cook over medium heat until it sticks to the sides of pan (you'll know when it's done). Place on wax paper. Add food coloring, mixing it in with your hands.
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606 -- CINNAMON ORNAMENTS
1 c. cinnamon
1 tsp. allspice
1 tsp. cloves
1 tsp. nutmeg
1 c. applesauce
Mix dry ingredients, add applesauce a little at a time to thick consistency. Roll 1/4 inch thick and cut into different shapes (use cookie cutters). Let dry 4 to 5 days on flat surface. (Great for Christmas tree ornaments). May be wrapped and stored, add a few drops of oil cinnamon.
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607 -- DISAPPEARING PAINT
Mix 1/8 teaspoon "bluing" with 2 cups of water and let the kids paint the patio. It disappears! Love, Mrs. Brown.
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608 -- CRAZY PUTTY
Mix equal parts of white glue and liquid starch. Knead to desired consistency. It stretches, snaps, and bounces. Love, Mrs. Brown.
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609 -- FINGER PAINT
Beat together equal amounts of liquid starch and Ivory flakes detergent. Beat until smooth. Add Kool-Aid for color. Add 1/4 teaspoon oil of cloves for a preservative if desired. When adding Kool-Aid for color, use dry unsweetened packages. Love, Mrs. Brown.
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610 -- FAMILY REUNION FRIED DOUGH
Each year at reunion picnic everyone heads for Marian's fireplace for fried dough. It has been a tradition for many years. A good start for the day!! Here's the recipe. 3 tbsp. (or 3 pkgs.) yeast 1/3 c. melted margarine 1 flat tbsp. salt 3/4 c. honey (or sugar) 4 c. flour Add yeast to warm water. Let stand about 5 minutes (until bubbly). Add melted margarine, salt, honey or sugar and flour. Beat all together until smooth. Then add enough flour to make a firm dough. Hand knead for 8 or 10 minutes. This makes a very large batch! Fry in hot oil about 30 seconds, then turn once. Drain on brown paper bags. Shake with confectioners' sugar and let the crowd dig in. NOTE: I use a very old iron kettle for frying several at a time. I also take the dough to the picnic in a large clear plastic bag inside a cooler.
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611 -- CINNAMON ORNAMENTS
6 tbsp. applesauce
9 tbsp. plus 2 tsp. ground cinnamon
1 tsp. ground cloves
Some extra cinnamon for rolling dough
Fun for the kids to help make and smell good when hung on Christmas tree or wreaths, etc. Mix applesauce, cinnamon and cloves. Stir until well blended. Knead dough with fingers until it feels like clay. Sprinkle cinnamon on pastry board and rolling pin. Roll dough to about 1/8 inch thickness. Use cookie cutter or cut around patterns using a small knife. Use a pointed tool to draw eyes, nose or other designs. Make a hole through the cookie for hanging. Place on cookie sheet and bake in 120 degree oven for 1 1/2 hours. Turn off oven and leave in warm oven 5 or 6 hours or overnight. Decorate with ribbon or flowers. Seal in plastic bags.
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612 -- SPICE ORNAMENTS
6 oz. (3/4 c.) ground cinnamon
1 tbsp. allspice
2 tbsp. ground cloves
1 tbsp. ground nutmeg
1 c. smooth applesauce
Mix dry ingredients. Stir in applesauce. Mixture will be stiff. Roll out, like dough, to 1/4 inch thick. Cut out with cookie cutters and place on ungreased cookie sheet. Use toothpick to make hole to string ribbon. Dry uncovered 4 days.
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613 -- PASTEL PATTIES
Beat 1/3 cup Karo light corn syrup, 1/3 cup margarine, 1 teaspoon vanilla or 1 teaspoon rum extract and 1/2 teaspoon salt. Mix in 1 pound confectioners' sugar. Knead until smooth. Tint with food color. Shape into patties; top with nuts or nut halves. Makes about 50.
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614 -- 3 SIMPLE FINGER PAINT RECIPES
#1: Spread liquid starch over dry paper and shake powdered paint on paper and spread with hands. #2: Spread hand lotion over dry paper and shake powdered paint on the lotion and spread around with fingers. #3: Dissolve 2 tablespoons cornstarch in 6 tablespoons cold water in a cup. Boil 1/2 cup water in pan and add the cornstarch mixture, stirring constantly. Heat until it becomes glossy. Add powdered paints or vegetable coloring.
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615 -- FINGER PAINT
Liquid starch
Tempura paint or food coloring
Waxed paper
Blend tempera with liquid starch and finger paint on the waxed paper.
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616 -- BUBBLE PAINTING
1 c. Ivory Snow
1 c. water
Blend with hand mixer until thick. Spoon into cup and add food coloring. Finger paint on waxed paper.
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617 -- SOUR DOUGH PANCAKES
1 pkg. yeast
3 c. hot water
1 egg
2 tbsp. oil
1 tsp. sugar
1 tsp. soda
1/2 tsp. salt
Mix yeast and hot water. Add sugar, flour and beat well. Cover and let sit until morning, then add the egg, oil, sugar, soda and salt. If needed, thin with milk. Drop by tablespoon onto hot (380 degree) skillet coated with Pam. Cook until moist bubbles pop, then flip. Serve golden brown and hot.
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618 -- CINNAMON ORNAMENTS
3/4 c. cinnamon
1 tbsp. nutmeg
2 tbsp. cloves
1 tbsp. allspice
1 c. applesauce
Mix spices and gradually add applesauce. Dough is stiff; may not need all of sauce. Dust counter with cinnamon. Roll and pat out dough 1/4-inch thick. Cut out shapes. Place on ungreased sheet. Put a paper clip through at top for hole for hanging. Air dry for 4 to 5 days, turning after first day.
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619 -- CINNAMON ORNAMENTS
1 c. ground cinnamon
1 tsp. allspice
1 tsp. cloves
1 tsp. nutmeg
1 c. applesauce
Mix dry ingredients. Add applesauce a little bit at a time, until it looks like playdough. Add 1 or 2 tablespoons of applesauce if too dry. Mixture can be mixed by squeezing it in a Ziplock bag until mixed. Roll out 1/4" thick on ungreased surface. Use cookie cutter to cut. Dry on level surface for 4 or 5 days. Makes 2 dozen ornaments. Use plastic straw or sharp object to make hole for hanging. Smells good; looks cute.
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620 -- KOOL - AID DOUGH
2 pkgs. Kool-Aid (unsweetened)
4 c. flour
1 tbsp. alum
1/2 c. salt
3 tbsp. oil
2 c. boiling water
Mix dry together. Add oil and water. Keeps 3 weeks in covered containers. Smells like flavor of Kool-Aid.
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621 -- BUBBLE RECIPE
2 c. Joy dishwashing detergent (Joy
works best)
6 c. water
3/4 c. white Karo corn syrup (Karo
works best)
Combine, shake, let settle 4 hours. Store covered in refrigerator to extend suds shelf life. Allow to warm before using. For use with purchased bubble wands.
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622 -- PASTE FOR PAPER MACHE
4 tbsp. flour
1 c. cold water
1 c. boiling water
1 1/2 tbsp. sugar
Mix flour with cold water then add boiling water and bring to boil. Add sugar, stir constantly until thick. Makes about 2 cups.
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623 -- STREET CHALK
1 c. Plaster Paris of Parrs, do not
pack
Almost 1/2 c. cool water
Pour plastic into disposable container. Use a disposable stirring stick, stir in most of the water. Add 2-3 teaspoons liquid tempra paint, mixing well. Add a little more water as mixture thickens. Stir well and pour into containers. 3 ounce Dixie cups works well. Peel paper off when chalk is dry.
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624 -- DOUGH ART
3/4 c. warm water
1/2 c. salt
1 tsp. instant tea (optional)
2 c. flour
Mix water and salt in a bowl. If light brown dough is desired, stir in instant tea; if snowy white dough is desired, do not add tea. Let stand 5 minutes. Add flour; stir until evenly moistened. Turn mixture onto lightly-floured surface and knead 7 to 9 minutes, or until a smooth, pliable ball is formed. Add additional flour as necessary during kneading to prevent sticking. Roll dough between sheets of waxed paper to 1/4-inch thickness. Use cookie cutters to cut into desired shapes. Alternately, use hands to form dough into small ornamental shapes. Place 4 to 6 shapes on a microwave baking sheet, glass baking dish or shirt cardboard sprinkled with salt. To determine microwaving time, use 1 minute for each shape plus 2 minutes for the batch. Rotating utensil or cardboard once or twice, microwave on medium-low (30 percent) for calculated time, or until dough is almost dry. Cool; paint if desired. To seal, spray pieces with a clear craft spray. DOUGH ART HINTS: *When attaching decorative pieces to a shape, moisten edges with water and press firmly in place. *If shape is to be used as a hanging ornament, use a round toothpick to make a hole near the top of shape before baking. Thread a string or a ribbon through hole of finished ornament. *Store unused dough in a plastic bag in refrigerator up to five days. Use additional flour when rolling out refrigerated dough. *Use white glue to attach finished dough sculpture pieces to another surface.
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625 -- FACE PAINTS
Cornstarch
Water
Cold cream
Food coloring
Muffin tins
In each cup of the muffin tin mix 1 teaspoon of cornstarch, 1/2 teaspoon water, 1/2 teaspoon cold cream and a couple of drops of food coloring. Stir well.
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626 -- SALT DOUGH
1 c. flour
2 c. salt
Add water a little at a time
This hardens well without baking. It will break or chip if dropped, but is quite sturdy. The sparkle is an added bonus.
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627 -- SILLY PUTTY
2 parts white glue
1 part liquid starch
Add color if desired (will come off on hands). Lots of fun!
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628 -- FINGER PAINT
1 c. glossy starch
3 c. boiling water
1 c. Ivory soap flakes
2 tbsp. glycerin
Mix starch with a small amount of cold water to make a smooth paste. Add the boiling water and cook until glossy. While still warm, add soap flakes. When cold, add glycerin. Store in covered jars. Add Tempura color at time of use.
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629 -- PAINT OR FINGER PAINT
3 tbsp. sugar
1/4 c. cornstarch
4 c. water
1/2-1 tsp. food coloring
Cook until clear. You may add 30 drops oil of cloves as a preservative if you want. For the finger paint, double the cornstarch and half the water.
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630 -- PASTE
1 c. sugar
1 c. flour
30 drops oil of cloves
1 tsp. powdered alum
1 qt. water
Mix the dry ingredients. Add water and cook until thick, stirring constantly. Remove mixture from heat. Add oil of cloves. Store in covered jars.
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631 -- PLAY-DOH
1 1/4 c. boiling water
Food coloring
3 tbsp. vegetable oil
2 tbsp. powdered alum
1 c. salt
2 c. flour
After boiling the water, add a few drops of food coloring. Stir in vegetable oil, powdered alum, salt and flour. Keep in tight plastic bag or container.
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632 -- UNCOOKED SALT DOUGH
2 c. salt
1 c. cornstarch
1 c. water
Mix dry ingredients together well first. Add water and optional is 1 teaspoon alum or salad oil. Kids love to play with this. This will keep in a plastic bag for about 2 weeks.
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633 -- PASTE
1 tsp. powdered alum
1 c. flour
Cold water
1 qt. boiling water
1 tsp. oil of cloves
Mix powdered alum with 1 cup flour; add cold water to make a paste. Stir to remove lumps; add paste to 1 quart boiling water stirring constantly. Allow mixture to boil a few minutes. Before it cools, add a teaspoon of oil of cloves.
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634 -- FINGER PAINT
1/2 c. starch
1 pt. boiling water
1/2 c. mild soap flakes
1/4 c. talcum powder
Food coloring or poster paint
Dissolve starch in cold water (just enough to cover). Add starch to 1 pint boiling water, stirring until it bubbles. Allow mixture to cool, then add 1/2 cup mild soap flakes and 1/4 cup talcum powder. Stir until well mixed. When cool put in tight screw top jars. Add food color or poster paint to each jar, making different colors. To use paints, moisten glazed paper or heavy wrapping paper with water. Then "paint" with fingers. Experiment by smearing with palm and edge of hand as well. Plenty of old newspapers and protective aprons for the painters will make cleaning up afterwards easier.
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635 -- SPICE ORNAMENTS
3/4 c. ground cinnamon
1 tbsp. allspice
2 tbsp. cloves
1 tbsp. nutmeg
1 c. applesauce
Combine spices, add applesauce, mix well. Mixture will be stiff (may need to add more cinnamon). Roll out to 1/4 inch thickness on ungreased cookie sheet. Cut dough with cookie cutters (smaller cutter do better). Reroll scraps as necessary. Poke hole in ornament for ribbon tie. Let dry uncovered 3 to 5 days. Store in sealed plastic bags and they will stay fresh for years to come. Easily broken so store carefully.
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636 -- GREASEPAINT MAKEUP
4 tsp. cornstarch
2 tsp. water
2 tsp. cold cream
Food coloring
In 4 small bowls mix together 1 tsp. cornstarch, 1/2 teaspoon water, and 1/2 teaspoon cold cream. Add about 2 drops of desired food coloring to each bowl. Mix well. Makeup may be applied with paint brush or cotton swab. Wash with soap and water to remove.
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637 -- FINGER PAINTS
1/4 c. starch or cornstarch
3 tbsp. water
1 c. boiling water
1 tbsp. soap powder
1 tbsp. glycerin
Food coloring
Mix together; add different food coloring to get various colors.
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638 -- FACE PAINT
Cornstarch
Water
Cold cream
Food coloring
Muffin tin
In each muffin tin, mix 1 teaspoon cornstarch, 1/2 teaspoon water, 1/2 teaspoon cold cream, and a couple drops of food coloring, a different color for each cup. Stir. Practice before you start painting your friends.
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639 -- FINGER PAINT
3 tbsp. sugar
2 c. cold water
1/2 c. cornstarch
Food coloring
Pinch of detergent
Mix sugar and cornstarch. Add water. Cook over low heat until blended. Stir constantly. Divide into portions for children to add color. Add a pinch of detergent to make cleaning up easier.
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640 -- PAPER MACHE PASTE
1 c. wheat flour (not self-rising)
1 c. sugar
4 c. boiling water
1 c. cold water
1 tbsp. powdered alum
1 tsp. oil of wintergreen
Mix flour and sugar. Stir in cold water, stir in hot water, stir vigorously. Bring mixture to a boil; remove from heat. Add alum and stir. Add oil of wintergreen. Use with strips of newspaper. Makes 7 cups, lasts 2-3 weeks store in jar with tight lid.
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641 -- SILLY PUTTY
1 c. liquid starch
2 c. white glue
Pour starch in bowl first to prevent glue from sticking. Add glue and knead with hands adding starch if necessary until mixture loses its stickiness.
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642 -- SIDEWALK CHALK
1 c. plaster of paris
1/2 c. cool water
Mix in disposable container, add 3 tablespoons liquid tempura, mix well. Pour into empty toilet paper tubes (cover bottom with foil). Peel off paper when dry.
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643 -- FINGER PAINT
2 c. flour
2 tsp. salt
Mix together and add 2 1/2 cups cold water. Beat until smooth. Gradually add 2 cups of hot water. Boil until clear, beat until smooth. Add food coloring. Store in jars.
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644 -- MODELING DOUGH
Salt
Flour
Water
Mix one part salt, 2 parts flour with water until it's right for modeling.
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645 -- SOLUTION FOR WASHING PAINT
1 c. ammonia
1/2 c. vinegar
1/4 c. baking soda
1 gal. hot water
For any kind of woodwork, light or dark, or walls. Wash with sponge or rough cloth. Leaves a nice shine when dry.
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646 -- NON-EDIBLE DOUGH SCULPTURE
2 c. flour
1 c. salt
1 c. water
Combine flour and salt in large flat bottom bowl. Then add a little water, at a time, mixing as you pour, to form a ball. Note: Additional water may be needed, depending on humidity. Take care not to add too much water so that dough becomes sticky. Knead 7-10 minutes until dough becomes smooth, firm consistency. To prevent dryness, place dough in plastic bag or sealed cover container. But, "Please, don't eat the art."
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647 -- PLAY-DOUGH
1 c. flour
1 c. water
1/2 c. salt
2 tsp. cream of tartar
1 tbsp. oil
Food coloring of choice
Stir all ingredients in saucepan. Cook on medium fire, stirring constantly until dough pulls away from edges. Cool; store in airtight bag.
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648 -- PLAY-DOH
2 1/2 c. flour
1/2 c. canning salt
1 tbsp. alum
2 c. boiling water
3 tbsp. oil
Mix first three dry ingredients. Boil water and oil together. Pour hot mix over dry mix. Mix with electric mixer. Add food color if desired.
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649 -- UNCOOKED DOUGH
2 c. boiling water
1 c. salt
2 tbsp. oil
2 tbsp. powdered alum
2 c. flour
Enough powdered paint or vegetable
coloring to make bright color
Mix first 3 ingredients. Add coloring. Gradually work flour into until it is the consistency of bread dough. Knead. Double recipe for school use.
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650 -- SAND DOUGH
1 c. cornstarch
2 c. sand
1 1/2 c. water
Cook over medium heat stirring constantly until mixture thickens to moist mashed potato consistency. Let cool, then mold.
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601 -- TAKE TIME FOR 10 THINGS
1. Take time to work, it is the price of success. 2. Take time to think, it is the source of power. 3. Take time to play, it is the secret of youth. 4. Take time to read, it is the foundation of knowledge. 5. Take time to worship, it is the highway of reverence and washes the dust of earth from our eyes. 6. Take time to love, it is the one sacrament of life. 7. Take time to help and enjoy friends, it is the source of happiness. 8. Take time to dream, it hitches the soul to the stars. 9. Take time to laugh, it is the singing that helps with life's loads. 10. Take time to plan it is the secret of being able to have time to take time for the first nine things.
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602 -- TOMATO PASTE
8 qts. peeled and chopped tomatoes,
take most of the seed out
1/2 c. chopped sweet red peppers
2 bay leaves
1 tbsp. salt
1 clove of garlic
Combine first 4 ingredients and cook slowly 1 hour. Press through fine sieve. Add garlic (if desired), 1 bay leaf and continue cooking slowly until thick enough to round up on a spoon. About 2 1/2 hours. Stir often to prevent burning on. Remove garlic and bay leaf. Pour hot into 1/2 pint cans. Put cover and seal on. Boil in hot water bath for 45 minutes. Makes 9 half pints.
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603 -- FINGER PAINT
2 c. flour
2 tsp. salt
3 c. cold water
2 c. hot water
Mix salt and flour, add cold water gradually and beat with egg beater until smooth. Add hot water and boil until mixture loses chalky appearance. Beat smooth. Color with food coloring.
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604 -- FINGER PAINTS
2 c. water
2 tbsp. laundry starch
Food coloring (to desired color)
Cook water and starch until creamy, no lumps. Add coloring last. Makes 1 pint.
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605 -- PLAY DOE
1 c. flour
1 c. water
2 tsp. cream of tartar
1/2 c. salt
1 tbsp. oil
Cook over medium heat until it sticks to the sides of pan (you'll know when it's done). Place on wax paper. Add food coloring, mixing it in with your hands.
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1 c. cinnamon
1 tsp. allspice
1 tsp. cloves
1 tsp. nutmeg
1 c. applesauce
Mix dry ingredients, add applesauce a little at a time to thick consistency. Roll 1/4 inch thick and cut into different shapes (use cookie cutters). Let dry 4 to 5 days on flat surface. (Great for Christmas tree ornaments). May be wrapped and stored, add a few drops of oil cinnamon.
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607 -- DISAPPEARING PAINT
Mix 1/8 teaspoon "bluing" with 2 cups of water and let the kids paint the patio. It disappears! Love, Mrs. Brown.
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608 -- CRAZY PUTTY
Mix equal parts of white glue and liquid starch. Knead to desired consistency. It stretches, snaps, and bounces. Love, Mrs. Brown.
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609 -- FINGER PAINT
Beat together equal amounts of liquid starch and Ivory flakes detergent. Beat until smooth. Add Kool-Aid for color. Add 1/4 teaspoon oil of cloves for a preservative if desired. When adding Kool-Aid for color, use dry unsweetened packages. Love, Mrs. Brown.
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610 -- FAMILY REUNION FRIED DOUGH
Each year at reunion picnic everyone heads for Marian's fireplace for fried dough. It has been a tradition for many years. A good start for the day!! Here's the recipe. 3 tbsp. (or 3 pkgs.) yeast 1/3 c. melted margarine 1 flat tbsp. salt 3/4 c. honey (or sugar) 4 c. flour Add yeast to warm water. Let stand about 5 minutes (until bubbly). Add melted margarine, salt, honey or sugar and flour. Beat all together until smooth. Then add enough flour to make a firm dough. Hand knead for 8 or 10 minutes. This makes a very large batch! Fry in hot oil about 30 seconds, then turn once. Drain on brown paper bags. Shake with confectioners' sugar and let the crowd dig in. NOTE: I use a very old iron kettle for frying several at a time. I also take the dough to the picnic in a large clear plastic bag inside a cooler.
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6 tbsp. applesauce
9 tbsp. plus 2 tsp. ground cinnamon
1 tsp. ground cloves
Some extra cinnamon for rolling dough
Fun for the kids to help make and smell good when hung on Christmas tree or wreaths, etc. Mix applesauce, cinnamon and cloves. Stir until well blended. Knead dough with fingers until it feels like clay. Sprinkle cinnamon on pastry board and rolling pin. Roll dough to about 1/8 inch thickness. Use cookie cutter or cut around patterns using a small knife. Use a pointed tool to draw eyes, nose or other designs. Make a hole through the cookie for hanging. Place on cookie sheet and bake in 120 degree oven for 1 1/2 hours. Turn off oven and leave in warm oven 5 or 6 hours or overnight. Decorate with ribbon or flowers. Seal in plastic bags.
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612 -- SPICE ORNAMENTS
6 oz. (3/4 c.) ground cinnamon
1 tbsp. allspice
2 tbsp. ground cloves
1 tbsp. ground nutmeg
1 c. smooth applesauce
Mix dry ingredients. Stir in applesauce. Mixture will be stiff. Roll out, like dough, to 1/4 inch thick. Cut out with cookie cutters and place on ungreased cookie sheet. Use toothpick to make hole to string ribbon. Dry uncovered 4 days.
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613 -- PASTEL PATTIES
Beat 1/3 cup Karo light corn syrup, 1/3 cup margarine, 1 teaspoon vanilla or 1 teaspoon rum extract and 1/2 teaspoon salt. Mix in 1 pound confectioners' sugar. Knead until smooth. Tint with food color. Shape into patties; top with nuts or nut halves. Makes about 50.
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614 -- 3 SIMPLE FINGER PAINT RECIPES
#1: Spread liquid starch over dry paper and shake powdered paint on paper and spread with hands. #2: Spread hand lotion over dry paper and shake powdered paint on the lotion and spread around with fingers. #3: Dissolve 2 tablespoons cornstarch in 6 tablespoons cold water in a cup. Boil 1/2 cup water in pan and add the cornstarch mixture, stirring constantly. Heat until it becomes glossy. Add powdered paints or vegetable coloring.
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615 -- FINGER PAINT
Liquid starch
Tempura paint or food coloring
Waxed paper
Blend tempera with liquid starch and finger paint on the waxed paper.
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1 c. Ivory Snow
1 c. water
Blend with hand mixer until thick. Spoon into cup and add food coloring. Finger paint on waxed paper.
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617 -- SOUR DOUGH PANCAKES
1 pkg. yeast
3 c. hot water
1 egg
2 tbsp. oil
1 tsp. sugar
1 tsp. soda
1/2 tsp. salt
Mix yeast and hot water. Add sugar, flour and beat well. Cover and let sit until morning, then add the egg, oil, sugar, soda and salt. If needed, thin with milk. Drop by tablespoon onto hot (380 degree) skillet coated with Pam. Cook until moist bubbles pop, then flip. Serve golden brown and hot.
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618 -- CINNAMON ORNAMENTS
3/4 c. cinnamon
1 tbsp. nutmeg
2 tbsp. cloves
1 tbsp. allspice
1 c. applesauce
Mix spices and gradually add applesauce. Dough is stiff; may not need all of sauce. Dust counter with cinnamon. Roll and pat out dough 1/4-inch thick. Cut out shapes. Place on ungreased sheet. Put a paper clip through at top for hole for hanging. Air dry for 4 to 5 days, turning after first day.
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619 -- CINNAMON ORNAMENTS
1 c. ground cinnamon
1 tsp. allspice
1 tsp. cloves
1 tsp. nutmeg
1 c. applesauce
Mix dry ingredients. Add applesauce a little bit at a time, until it looks like playdough. Add 1 or 2 tablespoons of applesauce if too dry. Mixture can be mixed by squeezing it in a Ziplock bag until mixed. Roll out 1/4" thick on ungreased surface. Use cookie cutter to cut. Dry on level surface for 4 or 5 days. Makes 2 dozen ornaments. Use plastic straw or sharp object to make hole for hanging. Smells good; looks cute.
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620 -- KOOL - AID DOUGH
2 pkgs. Kool-Aid (unsweetened)
4 c. flour
1 tbsp. alum
1/2 c. salt
3 tbsp. oil
2 c. boiling water
Mix dry together. Add oil and water. Keeps 3 weeks in covered containers. Smells like flavor of Kool-Aid.
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2 c. Joy dishwashing detergent (Joy
works best)
6 c. water
3/4 c. white Karo corn syrup (Karo
works best)
Combine, shake, let settle 4 hours. Store covered in refrigerator to extend suds shelf life. Allow to warm before using. For use with purchased bubble wands.
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622 -- PASTE FOR PAPER MACHE
4 tbsp. flour
1 c. cold water
1 c. boiling water
1 1/2 tbsp. sugar
Mix flour with cold water then add boiling water and bring to boil. Add sugar, stir constantly until thick. Makes about 2 cups.
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623 -- STREET CHALK
1 c. Plaster Paris of Parrs, do not
pack
Almost 1/2 c. cool water
Pour plastic into disposable container. Use a disposable stirring stick, stir in most of the water. Add 2-3 teaspoons liquid tempra paint, mixing well. Add a little more water as mixture thickens. Stir well and pour into containers. 3 ounce Dixie cups works well. Peel paper off when chalk is dry.
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624 -- DOUGH ART
3/4 c. warm water
1/2 c. salt
1 tsp. instant tea (optional)
2 c. flour
Mix water and salt in a bowl. If light brown dough is desired, stir in instant tea; if snowy white dough is desired, do not add tea. Let stand 5 minutes. Add flour; stir until evenly moistened. Turn mixture onto lightly-floured surface and knead 7 to 9 minutes, or until a smooth, pliable ball is formed. Add additional flour as necessary during kneading to prevent sticking. Roll dough between sheets of waxed paper to 1/4-inch thickness. Use cookie cutters to cut into desired shapes. Alternately, use hands to form dough into small ornamental shapes. Place 4 to 6 shapes on a microwave baking sheet, glass baking dish or shirt cardboard sprinkled with salt. To determine microwaving time, use 1 minute for each shape plus 2 minutes for the batch. Rotating utensil or cardboard once or twice, microwave on medium-low (30 percent) for calculated time, or until dough is almost dry. Cool; paint if desired. To seal, spray pieces with a clear craft spray. DOUGH ART HINTS: *When attaching decorative pieces to a shape, moisten edges with water and press firmly in place. *If shape is to be used as a hanging ornament, use a round toothpick to make a hole near the top of shape before baking. Thread a string or a ribbon through hole of finished ornament. *Store unused dough in a plastic bag in refrigerator up to five days. Use additional flour when rolling out refrigerated dough. *Use white glue to attach finished dough sculpture pieces to another surface.
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625 -- FACE PAINTS
Cornstarch
Water
Cold cream
Food coloring
Muffin tins
In each cup of the muffin tin mix 1 teaspoon of cornstarch, 1/2 teaspoon water, 1/2 teaspoon cold cream and a couple of drops of food coloring. Stir well.
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1 c. flour
2 c. salt
Add water a little at a time
This hardens well without baking. It will break or chip if dropped, but is quite sturdy. The sparkle is an added bonus.
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627 -- SILLY PUTTY
2 parts white glue
1 part liquid starch
Add color if desired (will come off on hands). Lots of fun!
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628 -- FINGER PAINT
1 c. glossy starch
3 c. boiling water
1 c. Ivory soap flakes
2 tbsp. glycerin
Mix starch with a small amount of cold water to make a smooth paste. Add the boiling water and cook until glossy. While still warm, add soap flakes. When cold, add glycerin. Store in covered jars. Add Tempura color at time of use.
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629 -- PAINT OR FINGER PAINT
3 tbsp. sugar
1/4 c. cornstarch
4 c. water
1/2-1 tsp. food coloring
Cook until clear. You may add 30 drops oil of cloves as a preservative if you want. For the finger paint, double the cornstarch and half the water.
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630 -- PASTE
1 c. sugar
1 c. flour
30 drops oil of cloves
1 tsp. powdered alum
1 qt. water
Mix the dry ingredients. Add water and cook until thick, stirring constantly. Remove mixture from heat. Add oil of cloves. Store in covered jars.
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1 1/4 c. boiling water
Food coloring
3 tbsp. vegetable oil
2 tbsp. powdered alum
1 c. salt
2 c. flour
After boiling the water, add a few drops of food coloring. Stir in vegetable oil, powdered alum, salt and flour. Keep in tight plastic bag or container.
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632 -- UNCOOKED SALT DOUGH
2 c. salt
1 c. cornstarch
1 c. water
Mix dry ingredients together well first. Add water and optional is 1 teaspoon alum or salad oil. Kids love to play with this. This will keep in a plastic bag for about 2 weeks.
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633 -- PASTE
1 tsp. powdered alum
1 c. flour
Cold water
1 qt. boiling water
1 tsp. oil of cloves
Mix powdered alum with 1 cup flour; add cold water to make a paste. Stir to remove lumps; add paste to 1 quart boiling water stirring constantly. Allow mixture to boil a few minutes. Before it cools, add a teaspoon of oil of cloves.
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634 -- FINGER PAINT
1/2 c. starch
1 pt. boiling water
1/2 c. mild soap flakes
1/4 c. talcum powder
Food coloring or poster paint
Dissolve starch in cold water (just enough to cover). Add starch to 1 pint boiling water, stirring until it bubbles. Allow mixture to cool, then add 1/2 cup mild soap flakes and 1/4 cup talcum powder. Stir until well mixed. When cool put in tight screw top jars. Add food color or poster paint to each jar, making different colors. To use paints, moisten glazed paper or heavy wrapping paper with water. Then "paint" with fingers. Experiment by smearing with palm and edge of hand as well. Plenty of old newspapers and protective aprons for the painters will make cleaning up afterwards easier.
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635 -- SPICE ORNAMENTS
3/4 c. ground cinnamon
1 tbsp. allspice
2 tbsp. cloves
1 tbsp. nutmeg
1 c. applesauce
Combine spices, add applesauce, mix well. Mixture will be stiff (may need to add more cinnamon). Roll out to 1/4 inch thickness on ungreased cookie sheet. Cut dough with cookie cutters (smaller cutter do better). Reroll scraps as necessary. Poke hole in ornament for ribbon tie. Let dry uncovered 3 to 5 days. Store in sealed plastic bags and they will stay fresh for years to come. Easily broken so store carefully.
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4 tsp. cornstarch
2 tsp. water
2 tsp. cold cream
Food coloring
In 4 small bowls mix together 1 tsp. cornstarch, 1/2 teaspoon water, and 1/2 teaspoon cold cream. Add about 2 drops of desired food coloring to each bowl. Mix well. Makeup may be applied with paint brush or cotton swab. Wash with soap and water to remove.
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637 -- FINGER PAINTS
1/4 c. starch or cornstarch
3 tbsp. water
1 c. boiling water
1 tbsp. soap powder
1 tbsp. glycerin
Food coloring
Mix together; add different food coloring to get various colors.
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638 -- FACE PAINT
Cornstarch
Water
Cold cream
Food coloring
Muffin tin
In each muffin tin, mix 1 teaspoon cornstarch, 1/2 teaspoon water, 1/2 teaspoon cold cream, and a couple drops of food coloring, a different color for each cup. Stir. Practice before you start painting your friends.
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639 -- FINGER PAINT
3 tbsp. sugar
2 c. cold water
1/2 c. cornstarch
Food coloring
Pinch of detergent
Mix sugar and cornstarch. Add water. Cook over low heat until blended. Stir constantly. Divide into portions for children to add color. Add a pinch of detergent to make cleaning up easier.
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640 -- PAPER MACHE PASTE
1 c. wheat flour (not self-rising)
1 c. sugar
4 c. boiling water
1 c. cold water
1 tbsp. powdered alum
1 tsp. oil of wintergreen
Mix flour and sugar. Stir in cold water, stir in hot water, stir vigorously. Bring mixture to a boil; remove from heat. Add alum and stir. Add oil of wintergreen. Use with strips of newspaper. Makes 7 cups, lasts 2-3 weeks store in jar with tight lid.
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1 c. liquid starch
2 c. white glue
Pour starch in bowl first to prevent glue from sticking. Add glue and knead with hands adding starch if necessary until mixture loses its stickiness.
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642 -- SIDEWALK CHALK
1 c. plaster of paris
1/2 c. cool water
Mix in disposable container, add 3 tablespoons liquid tempura, mix well. Pour into empty toilet paper tubes (cover bottom with foil). Peel off paper when dry.
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643 -- FINGER PAINT
2 c. flour
2 tsp. salt
Mix together and add 2 1/2 cups cold water. Beat until smooth. Gradually add 2 cups of hot water. Boil until clear, beat until smooth. Add food coloring. Store in jars.
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644 -- MODELING DOUGH
Salt
Flour
Water
Mix one part salt, 2 parts flour with water until it's right for modeling.
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645 -- SOLUTION FOR WASHING PAINT
1 c. ammonia
1/2 c. vinegar
1/4 c. baking soda
1 gal. hot water
For any kind of woodwork, light or dark, or walls. Wash with sponge or rough cloth. Leaves a nice shine when dry.
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2 c. flour
1 c. salt
1 c. water
Combine flour and salt in large flat bottom bowl. Then add a little water, at a time, mixing as you pour, to form a ball. Note: Additional water may be needed, depending on humidity. Take care not to add too much water so that dough becomes sticky. Knead 7-10 minutes until dough becomes smooth, firm consistency. To prevent dryness, place dough in plastic bag or sealed cover container. But, "Please, don't eat the art."
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647 -- PLAY-DOUGH
1 c. flour
1 c. water
1/2 c. salt
2 tsp. cream of tartar
1 tbsp. oil
Food coloring of choice
Stir all ingredients in saucepan. Cook on medium fire, stirring constantly until dough pulls away from edges. Cool; store in airtight bag.
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648 -- PLAY-DOH
2 1/2 c. flour
1/2 c. canning salt
1 tbsp. alum
2 c. boiling water
3 tbsp. oil
Mix first three dry ingredients. Boil water and oil together. Pour hot mix over dry mix. Mix with electric mixer. Add food color if desired.
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649 -- UNCOOKED DOUGH
2 c. boiling water
1 c. salt
2 tbsp. oil
2 tbsp. powdered alum
2 c. flour
Enough powdered paint or vegetable
coloring to make bright color
Mix first 3 ingredients. Add coloring. Gradually work flour into until it is the consistency of bread dough. Knead. Double recipe for school use.
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650 -- SAND DOUGH
1 c. cornstarch
2 c. sand
1 1/2 c. water
Cook over medium heat stirring constantly until mixture thickens to moist mashed potato consistency. Let cool, then mold.
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651 -- SAWDUST DOUGH
5 scant c. sawdust
1 generous c. wheat paste
4-5 c. water
Mix and store overnight in refrigerator.
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652 -- SALT DOUGH
2 c. flour
1 c. salt
1 c. water, approximately
Add water slowly; knead until smooth. Roll out; cut with cookie cutters and poke hole or insert paper clip for hanging. OR use for sculpting. Bake at 275-300 degrees for about 45 minutes.
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653 -- SILLY PUTTY
Add equal amounts of liquid starch and Elmer's glue. Adding glue to the starch. Mix with hands. If putty is too sticky add more starch and if crumbly or breaks add more glue.
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654 -- GREASE PAINT
2 tsp. white shortening
5 tsp. cornstarch
1 tsp. flour
Glycerin
Food coloring
Oil, if too stiff
Using rubber spatula blend first 3 ingredients to make smooth paste. Add 3-4 drops glycerine for creamy consistency. Add food coloring, blending in a drop at a time. Enough for 1 child's face. Remove with shortening.
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655 -- PASTE
1 tbsp. powdered alum
1 c. flour
1 1/2 pts. boiling water
Few drops oil of cloves
Mix flour and alum. Add water and cook for 2 minutes, add few drops of oil cloves. (Before adding hot water, mix your flour and alum in cold water.)
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656 -- EASEL BASE PAINT (EXTENDER)
1/2 gallon Vano liquid starch
4 oz. liquid soap
Beat well. Use electric beater if possible. Beat again when adding color. Add white paint to extender for light colors to neutralize the color of Vano. Add color to obtain desired shade. Add water to desired consistency.
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657 -- COLLAGE MATERIALS
An endless variety of materials may be used for interesting collage textures and designs. Among the many items successfully used are leaves, grass, flowers, and sticky, textured materials, corn, bread, peas, popcorn, cottage, textured things such as sandpaper, foil, yarn, sponges, or cards, wallpaper, old Valentines, or anything that happens to suit your fancy - steel wool, and of course, bits of paper, cardboard, wrapping and old Christmas cards.
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658 -- FACE PAINT
1/4 tsp. tempera
1/8 c. Baby Magic
1 squirt liquid soak
Mix a little cornstarch with white shortening. Add food coloring to make a paste.
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659 -- CINNAMON ORNAMENTS
3/4 c. ground cinnamon
1 tbsp. ground allspice
2 tbsp. ground cloves
1 tbsp. ground nutmeg
1 c. applesauce
Copper wire or paper clip
1/4 inch satin ribbon
Combine first 4 ingredients, blending well. Stir in applesauce and mix well. Mixture will be stiff. Roll out to 1/2 inch thickness and cut into shapes with cookie cutters. Cut wire into 2 inch lengths and bend into horseshoe shape and insert ends into tops, leaving half circles of wire exposed. Let ornaments dry for 4 to 5 days or dry in warm oven turned off. Decorate dry ornaments with puff paints. Tie ribbons on ends for hanging.
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660 -- APPLE ORNAMENTS
1 Big Red Delicious apple. Cut apple in 1/2, then cut 3 slices 1/4 inch thick, out of each 1/2 of the apple. Soak in lemon juice, 3 minutes; drain. Bake in oven at 200 degrees for 6 hours, with door ajar. Do not slice apple too thin or it will curl up. Decorate with baby's breath and raffia. These make beautiful ornaments!
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661 -- CINNAMON ORNAMENTS
10 tbsp. applesauce
5 oz. cinnamon
Mix together. Roll out - cut with cookie cutters. Place on a rack. Let air dry for 2 weeks or until dry, or put in microwave on simmer for 30 minutes or until dry.
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662 -- CINNAMON ORNAMENTS
1 c. ground cinnamon
1 tbsp. ground cloves
2 tbsp. Elmer's glue
1 tbsp. nutmeg
3/4 c. applesauce
Stir together spices. Mix in applesauce and glue. Work with hands as necessary to make pliable dough. If necessary, add water a few drops at a time to form dough. Roll to 1/4 inch thickness on clean smooth surface. Cut dough with cookie cutters. Cut hole in the top or ornament with straw or skewer if you wish to hang ornaments. Lay on a rack or flat surface several days, turning occasionally, until dry. Prevent children from eating these ornaments. They are not edible.
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663 -- SILLY PUTTY
1 c. Elmers glue
2/3 c. liquid starch
Gradually add starch until ball is formed (you need to stir a lot). You may need to alter the amounts of starch according to the runniness of the glue. Keep well covered.
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664 -- CINNAMON ORNAMENTS
3/4 c. ground cinnamon
1 tbsp. allspice
2 tbsp. cloves
1 tbsp. nutmeg
1 c. applesauce
Wire
1/8 or 1/4 inch ribbon
Combine first 4 ingredients, blending well. Stir in applesauce; mix well (mixture will be stiff). Roll out to 1/4 inch thickness on an ungreased cookie sheet. Using small or medium size cookie cutters, cut dough into the desired shapes. Peel away the excess dough and reroll as necessary. To make hole to put ribbon though, use a straw to make the hole. Let ornaments dry, uncovered, for 4 to 5 days. Yield: 25 small ornaments or 18 medium size ornaments. I found putting them on cooling racks, they dry better.
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665 -- APPLE - CINNAMON ORNAMENTS
4 oz. ground cinnamon
10 tbsp. applesauce
Combine cinnamon with applesauce. Roll out and cut with cookie cutter. Pierce with hole for hanging. Bake on ungreased cookie sheet at 200 degrees for 20 to 30 minutes. Watch to ensure that edges don't curl. Makes about 12 small ornaments. Very fragrant but definitely NOT EDIBLE (they aren't toxic, they just don't taste good).
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666 -- BUBBLE BATH
1/2 c. detergent
1 c. epsom salt
4-5 drops glycerin
A few drops food coloring
A few drops favorite cologne
Mix well; pour into container.
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667 -- PLAY - DO
1 c. flour
1/2 c. salt
2 tsp. cream of tartar
1 c. water
1 tbsp. oil
1 tsp. any food coloring
Heat and stir in saucepan until it forms a ball. Let cool.
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668 -- SUNBURST GLITTER (EDIBLE GLITTER)
1 tbsp. warm water
1 tbsp. gum arabic
1 egg white
Mix gum arabic and warm water in cup over hot water until completely dissolved. If you wish it colored, add it at this stage. A little blue will whiten flakes; yellow with a little orange makes gold. Used plain gives a silver effect. Apply egg white to surface of mirror or glass upon which the above mixture is to be poured, spread very evenly but not too thin with finger tips. Let stand 12 hours or until dry. (May be dried in oven after heat is turned off.) When dry, scrape off with razor blade in long even strokes. Sift through a strainer and store in dry covered container.
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669 -- MAGIC MODELING DOUGH
1 c. flour
1/2 c. salt
2 tsp. cream of tartar
Stir in: 2 tbsp. oil Food coloring (optional) Cook until ball forms. Cool. Knead. May be scented with oil of cloves or peppermint.
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670 -- SALT MAP DOUGH
Mix: 2 c. flour Slowly add 1 cup of water. Mix as dough. If dough is too sticky it will be hard to work with.
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671 -- INSTANT PASTE
1/2 c. flour
2 c. cold water
Oil of peppermint, just a few drops
Mix together flour and cold water to make a creamy mixture. Boil over heat for 5 minutes, stirring constantly. Make sure it is a slow heat, otherwise it may burn. Cool. Then start to add oil of peppermint. This prevents spoiling. Thin down, if necessary, with a few drops of cool water if it is too thick. Store covered in refrigerator.
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672 -- SOAP PAINT
1 c. powdered detergent
4 tbsp. liquid starch
1 tbsp. powdered tempera
Beat detergent and starch with rotary beater until peaks form. Add tempera and mix well. Apply with hands, brushes or stick.
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673 -- FACE PAINT
1 tsp. cornstarch
1/2 tsp. water
1/2 tsp. cold cream
2 drops food coloring of your choice
In a small mixing bowl, stir in all the above ingredients. Make sure they are all mixed well.
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674 -- FINGER PAINT
1/2 c. powdered starch
Cold water
1 qt. boiling water
1/2 c. soap flakes
1/4 c. talcum powder
Aluminum pie pans, one for each color
Poster paints or food coloring
Glazed shelf paper
Soften starch in a small amount of cold water. Over medium low heat, add boiling water to starch, stirring constantly until mixture bubbles up. Remove from heat and let cool. Add soap flakes and talcum powder and stir until well mixed. Divide mixture into as many portions as number of colors and add poster paints or food coloring to each one. With a wet sponge, wipe underside of shelf paper and press firmly to table top or work surface. This keeps the paper from slipping. Then wipe glazed side and spread on the paint.VARIATIONS:
Beat warm water into soap flakes until a pudding like consistency is reached. Add powdered tempera or food coloring. Squirt a small mound of aerosol shaving soap onto a cookie sheet. Add a few drops of food coloring and "paint" right on the sheet. Following package directions, mix instant vanilla pudding with water or milk. Use a cookie sheet for a painting surface.
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675 -- CINNAMON ORNAMENTS
10 tbsp. ground cinnamon
6 tbsp. warm applesauce
Mix and form a ball. Roll out on cinnamon dusted board. Cut out and put on cookie sheet. Bake in 150 degree oven for 6 hours with door cracked open. Poke holes before baking.
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676 -- PLAY-DOUGH
2 c. flour
1 c. salt
2 tbsp. powdered alum (from pharmacy)
2 tbsp. oil
1 c. boiling water
Food coloring
After mixing above ingredients, let children knead to correct consistency. Store in a closed container.
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677 -- APPLE CINNAMON ORNAMENTS
3/4 c. ground cinnamon
2 tbsp. ground cloves
1 c. applesauce
1 tbsp. ground allspice
1 tbsp. nutmeg
1/8 or 1/4 inch ribbon
Mix the applesauce and the spices in a bowl. Make a ball with the dough and then roll it out between wax paper. Using Christmas cookie cutters, cut out desired shapes you can and lay them on a wax paper lined cookie sheet. Reball the scraps and repeat the procedure using all of the dough. Take a pencil and make a hole towards the top so that ribbon can pass through it later. Lay the cookie sheets in a convenient place to dry for 4 or 5 days to dry uncovered. When dry, thread the ribbon through the holes for hanging. You can decorate one side of the ornament either by gluing things to it or painting designs. Store these in a resealable plastic bag. These make wonderful Christmas gifts that make a new wonderful family tradition. These will also be good for use as a room scent or to take musty smells out of closets or amp basements besides being attractive tree ornaments.
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678 -- BUBBLE RECIPE
2 c. Joy dishwashing detergent
6 c. water
3/4 c. white Karo corn syrup
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679 -- CINNAMON ORNAMENTS
3/4 to 1 c. applesauce
1 (4.12 oz.) bottle ground cinnamon
Mix applesauce and cinnamon to form stiff dough. Roll out to 1/4 inch thickness. Cut with cookie cutters. Let air dry several days. Make hole for ribbon. Not Edible!
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680 -- DOUGH ART
Make Christmas ornaments with your children or braided dough baskets for decoration 1/2 c. salt 1/4 c. water
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681 -- BUBBLE SOLUTION
1/3 c. dish soap or baby shampoo
1 1/4 c. water
2 tsp. sugar
1 drop food coloring
Combine and put in an unbreakable bottle.
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682 -- SAND PAINTING
Color sand by adding food coloring. Bake in moderate oven to dry. Brush a mixture of Elmer's glue and water on a piece of paper. Sprinkle sand over mixture, shake loose sand off. Let dry.
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683 -- FINGER PAINT
1 c. laundry starch
2 c. cold water
2 tbsp. glycerin
4 c. hot water
1 c. mild soap flakes
Food coloring of your choice
Combine starch and water in saucepan. Add hot water and cook over medium heat until it boils and becomes clear. Add glycerin and soap, mix until thoroughly dissolved. Add food coloring.
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684 -- BUBBLE SOLUTION
1/3 c. dish soap or baby shampoo
1 1/4 c. water
2 tsp. sugar
1 drop food coloring
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685 -- CINNAMON ORNAMENTS
4 oz. cinnamon
1 tbsp. ground cloves
1 tbsp. nutmeg
3/4 c. applesauce, may need more
2 tbsp. white glue, Elmer's
Combine all ingredients in bowl. Knead with hands 2-3 minutes - not too wet and not too dry. Roll out to 1/4 inch thick. Cut with cookie cutters. Transfer cut shapes onto wax paper. Put hole in top using a straw. Keep on wax paper and flip them every couple of hours to evenly dry.
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686 -- SIMPLIFIED CINNAMON ORNAMENTS
Mix 3/4 to 1 cup applesauce with 1 (4.12 ounce) ground cinnamon to form a stiff dough. Roll out to 1/4 inch thickness. Cut with cookie cutters. Make holes for ribbon. Put on cookie rack to dry. Let air dry while flipping occasionally.
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687 -- PASTE FOR PAPIER MACHE
3 c. water
1 1/2 c. flour
Oil of peppermint
Mix flour with cold water. Cook over low heat, stirring until paste thickens. If too thick, add a little water. Cool the mixture and add 1 teaspoon peppermint oil.
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688 -- SOAP PAINT
1 1/2 c. soap flakes
1 c. hot water
Food coloring
Mix together well and add a few drops of coloring.
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689 -- AIR FRESHENERS OR ORNAMENTS
1 c. applesauce (drain very well)
3/4 c. cinnamon
1 tbsp. allspice
2 tbsp. cloves
1 tbsp. nutmeg
Mix all the spices together and add drained applesauce. Roll out on wax paper about 1/2" thick. Puncture a hole in the shape so that a ribbon can be added for hanging. Let shapes dry on wax paper for 2 days.
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690 -- FINGER PAINT
Dissolve 1/2 cup cornstarch in 4 cups boiling water and stir. Let mixture come to boil again. Pour hot mixture into individual cups in muffin pan. Add different food colors to each cup. Allow to cool. Cooling will cause paint to thicken.
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691 -- SOAP PAINT
3 c. soap flakes
1 1/2 c. hot water
NOTE: Use plastic mixture bowl or ice cream container to mix in. Whip with egg beater until stiff. Do not attempt to store. Mix and use as needed. (This is nice to use on dark blue paper to create a snow scene.)
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692 -- LION FACES
Oranges
Pretzel sticks thin
Raisins
Cheddar cheese, shredded
Peel an orange, then slice horizontally. Make a lion face on the orange using: pretzels for whiskers, raisins for eyes and nose. Shredded cheddar cheese for a shaggy mane.
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693 -- FINGER PAINTS - MORE PERMANENT
1 c. cornstarch
2 envelopes unflavored gelatin
1 c. soap flakes
2 c. cold water
Saucepan
Sm. jars with lids
Cooking spoon
Dissolve the cornstarch in 1/2 cups of cold water. Dissolve gelatin in the remaining 1/2 cup cold water and ad to the cornstarch mixture. Cook over medium heat until the mixture is thick, stir occasionally. Stir in the soap flakes. When the mixture cools slightly, divide it into the small jars. Add a different color of paint to each jar, stirring thoroughly so the color is well blended. Store in the refrigerator, tightly capped.
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694 -- SOAP - FLAKE FINGER PAINTS
1 c. Ivory Snow soap flakes
1/4 c. water
Food coloring
Egg beater
Mixing bowl
Combine the soap flakes and water in the mixing bowl. Beat with egg beater until the mixture looks and feels like whipped cream. Mix in a few drops of food coloring. These are temporary paints for finger painting on a cookie sheet or piece of newspaper, or in the bathtub!
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695 -- SPICED ORNAMENTS
1 c. cinnamon
1 tbsp. cloves
1 tbsp. nutmeg
3/4 c. applesauce
1 tbsp. Elmers glue
Mix together all ingredients. Knead until pliable, then roll out onto waxed paper. Sprinkle with more cinnamon. Cut out into various shapes. Put in hole for ribbon. Let dry 2 to 4 days.
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696 -- SALT DOUGH MODELING DOUGH
2 c. flour
1 c. salt
2 tbsp. oil
Mix above ingredients. Add water a little at a time to almost one cup. Color with food coloring.
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697 -- CLEAN PAINT
Tempera
Water
Liquid detergent
Mix together using equal parts of water and liquid detergent. The detergent helps prevent stains and makes clean-up easier.
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698 -- SIDEWALK CHAULK
1/2 c. water
2 tbsp. powdered tempra paint
9 tbsp. plaster of Paris
Stir until creamy. Pour into small paper cups. Set aside for approximately 1 hour. When set peel off the paper cup.
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699 -- PAINT BRUSH CLEANER
Place in old saucepan and cover with white vinegar. Bring to a boil, simmer several minutes. Wash brush in soap and warm water.
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700 -- ANTIGUING FLOWERS
Equal parts of light stain and turpentine-liquid gold paint or spray. Mix equal amounts of stain and turpentine in an old container (tall coffee can), dip flowers, holding them upside down over can until they stop dripping. Lay on newspaper or cardboard until dry (about 24 hours). After dry, arrange in containers, dip pipe cleaners in liquid gold and brush here and there on edges of flowers and leaves. After the flowers have dried, individual flowers may be taken off the main branch and wired to toothpicks or longer wood splints for arranging.
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5 scant c. sawdust
1 generous c. wheat paste
4-5 c. water
Mix and store overnight in refrigerator.
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652 -- SALT DOUGH
2 c. flour
1 c. salt
1 c. water, approximately
Add water slowly; knead until smooth. Roll out; cut with cookie cutters and poke hole or insert paper clip for hanging. OR use for sculpting. Bake at 275-300 degrees for about 45 minutes.
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653 -- SILLY PUTTY
Add equal amounts of liquid starch and Elmer's glue. Adding glue to the starch. Mix with hands. If putty is too sticky add more starch and if crumbly or breaks add more glue.
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654 -- GREASE PAINT
2 tsp. white shortening
5 tsp. cornstarch
1 tsp. flour
Glycerin
Food coloring
Oil, if too stiff
Using rubber spatula blend first 3 ingredients to make smooth paste. Add 3-4 drops glycerine for creamy consistency. Add food coloring, blending in a drop at a time. Enough for 1 child's face. Remove with shortening.
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655 -- PASTE
1 tbsp. powdered alum
1 c. flour
1 1/2 pts. boiling water
Few drops oil of cloves
Mix flour and alum. Add water and cook for 2 minutes, add few drops of oil cloves. (Before adding hot water, mix your flour and alum in cold water.)
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1/2 gallon Vano liquid starch
4 oz. liquid soap
Beat well. Use electric beater if possible. Beat again when adding color. Add white paint to extender for light colors to neutralize the color of Vano. Add color to obtain desired shade. Add water to desired consistency.
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657 -- COLLAGE MATERIALS
An endless variety of materials may be used for interesting collage textures and designs. Among the many items successfully used are leaves, grass, flowers, and sticky, textured materials, corn, bread, peas, popcorn, cottage, textured things such as sandpaper, foil, yarn, sponges, or cards, wallpaper, old Valentines, or anything that happens to suit your fancy - steel wool, and of course, bits of paper, cardboard, wrapping and old Christmas cards.
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658 -- FACE PAINT
1/4 tsp. tempera
1/8 c. Baby Magic
1 squirt liquid soak
Mix a little cornstarch with white shortening. Add food coloring to make a paste.
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659 -- CINNAMON ORNAMENTS
3/4 c. ground cinnamon
1 tbsp. ground allspice
2 tbsp. ground cloves
1 tbsp. ground nutmeg
1 c. applesauce
Copper wire or paper clip
1/4 inch satin ribbon
Combine first 4 ingredients, blending well. Stir in applesauce and mix well. Mixture will be stiff. Roll out to 1/2 inch thickness and cut into shapes with cookie cutters. Cut wire into 2 inch lengths and bend into horseshoe shape and insert ends into tops, leaving half circles of wire exposed. Let ornaments dry for 4 to 5 days or dry in warm oven turned off. Decorate dry ornaments with puff paints. Tie ribbons on ends for hanging.
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660 -- APPLE ORNAMENTS
1 Big Red Delicious apple. Cut apple in 1/2, then cut 3 slices 1/4 inch thick, out of each 1/2 of the apple. Soak in lemon juice, 3 minutes; drain. Bake in oven at 200 degrees for 6 hours, with door ajar. Do not slice apple too thin or it will curl up. Decorate with baby's breath and raffia. These make beautiful ornaments!
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10 tbsp. applesauce
5 oz. cinnamon
Mix together. Roll out - cut with cookie cutters. Place on a rack. Let air dry for 2 weeks or until dry, or put in microwave on simmer for 30 minutes or until dry.
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662 -- CINNAMON ORNAMENTS
1 c. ground cinnamon
1 tbsp. ground cloves
2 tbsp. Elmer's glue
1 tbsp. nutmeg
3/4 c. applesauce
Stir together spices. Mix in applesauce and glue. Work with hands as necessary to make pliable dough. If necessary, add water a few drops at a time to form dough. Roll to 1/4 inch thickness on clean smooth surface. Cut dough with cookie cutters. Cut hole in the top or ornament with straw or skewer if you wish to hang ornaments. Lay on a rack or flat surface several days, turning occasionally, until dry. Prevent children from eating these ornaments. They are not edible.
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663 -- SILLY PUTTY
1 c. Elmers glue
2/3 c. liquid starch
Gradually add starch until ball is formed (you need to stir a lot). You may need to alter the amounts of starch according to the runniness of the glue. Keep well covered.
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664 -- CINNAMON ORNAMENTS
3/4 c. ground cinnamon
1 tbsp. allspice
2 tbsp. cloves
1 tbsp. nutmeg
1 c. applesauce
Wire
1/8 or 1/4 inch ribbon
Combine first 4 ingredients, blending well. Stir in applesauce; mix well (mixture will be stiff). Roll out to 1/4 inch thickness on an ungreased cookie sheet. Using small or medium size cookie cutters, cut dough into the desired shapes. Peel away the excess dough and reroll as necessary. To make hole to put ribbon though, use a straw to make the hole. Let ornaments dry, uncovered, for 4 to 5 days. Yield: 25 small ornaments or 18 medium size ornaments. I found putting them on cooling racks, they dry better.
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665 -- APPLE - CINNAMON ORNAMENTS
4 oz. ground cinnamon
10 tbsp. applesauce
Combine cinnamon with applesauce. Roll out and cut with cookie cutter. Pierce with hole for hanging. Bake on ungreased cookie sheet at 200 degrees for 20 to 30 minutes. Watch to ensure that edges don't curl. Makes about 12 small ornaments. Very fragrant but definitely NOT EDIBLE (they aren't toxic, they just don't taste good).
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1/2 c. detergent
1 c. epsom salt
4-5 drops glycerin
A few drops food coloring
A few drops favorite cologne
Mix well; pour into container.
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667 -- PLAY - DO
1 c. flour
1/2 c. salt
2 tsp. cream of tartar
1 c. water
1 tbsp. oil
1 tsp. any food coloring
Heat and stir in saucepan until it forms a ball. Let cool.
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668 -- SUNBURST GLITTER (EDIBLE GLITTER)
1 tbsp. warm water
1 tbsp. gum arabic
1 egg white
Mix gum arabic and warm water in cup over hot water until completely dissolved. If you wish it colored, add it at this stage. A little blue will whiten flakes; yellow with a little orange makes gold. Used plain gives a silver effect. Apply egg white to surface of mirror or glass upon which the above mixture is to be poured, spread very evenly but not too thin with finger tips. Let stand 12 hours or until dry. (May be dried in oven after heat is turned off.) When dry, scrape off with razor blade in long even strokes. Sift through a strainer and store in dry covered container.
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669 -- MAGIC MODELING DOUGH
1 c. flour
1/2 c. salt
2 tsp. cream of tartar
Stir in: 2 tbsp. oil Food coloring (optional) Cook until ball forms. Cool. Knead. May be scented with oil of cloves or peppermint.
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670 -- SALT MAP DOUGH
Mix: 2 c. flour Slowly add 1 cup of water. Mix as dough. If dough is too sticky it will be hard to work with.
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1/2 c. flour
2 c. cold water
Oil of peppermint, just a few drops
Mix together flour and cold water to make a creamy mixture. Boil over heat for 5 minutes, stirring constantly. Make sure it is a slow heat, otherwise it may burn. Cool. Then start to add oil of peppermint. This prevents spoiling. Thin down, if necessary, with a few drops of cool water if it is too thick. Store covered in refrigerator.
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672 -- SOAP PAINT
1 c. powdered detergent
4 tbsp. liquid starch
1 tbsp. powdered tempera
Beat detergent and starch with rotary beater until peaks form. Add tempera and mix well. Apply with hands, brushes or stick.
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673 -- FACE PAINT
1 tsp. cornstarch
1/2 tsp. water
1/2 tsp. cold cream
2 drops food coloring of your choice
In a small mixing bowl, stir in all the above ingredients. Make sure they are all mixed well.
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674 -- FINGER PAINT
1/2 c. powdered starch
Cold water
1 qt. boiling water
1/2 c. soap flakes
1/4 c. talcum powder
Aluminum pie pans, one for each color
Poster paints or food coloring
Glazed shelf paper
Soften starch in a small amount of cold water. Over medium low heat, add boiling water to starch, stirring constantly until mixture bubbles up. Remove from heat and let cool. Add soap flakes and talcum powder and stir until well mixed. Divide mixture into as many portions as number of colors and add poster paints or food coloring to each one. With a wet sponge, wipe underside of shelf paper and press firmly to table top or work surface. This keeps the paper from slipping. Then wipe glazed side and spread on the paint.VARIATIONS:
Beat warm water into soap flakes until a pudding like consistency is reached. Add powdered tempera or food coloring. Squirt a small mound of aerosol shaving soap onto a cookie sheet. Add a few drops of food coloring and "paint" right on the sheet. Following package directions, mix instant vanilla pudding with water or milk. Use a cookie sheet for a painting surface.
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675 -- CINNAMON ORNAMENTS
10 tbsp. ground cinnamon
6 tbsp. warm applesauce
Mix and form a ball. Roll out on cinnamon dusted board. Cut out and put on cookie sheet. Bake in 150 degree oven for 6 hours with door cracked open. Poke holes before baking.
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2 c. flour
1 c. salt
2 tbsp. powdered alum (from pharmacy)
2 tbsp. oil
1 c. boiling water
Food coloring
After mixing above ingredients, let children knead to correct consistency. Store in a closed container.
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677 -- APPLE CINNAMON ORNAMENTS
3/4 c. ground cinnamon
2 tbsp. ground cloves
1 c. applesauce
1 tbsp. ground allspice
1 tbsp. nutmeg
1/8 or 1/4 inch ribbon
Mix the applesauce and the spices in a bowl. Make a ball with the dough and then roll it out between wax paper. Using Christmas cookie cutters, cut out desired shapes you can and lay them on a wax paper lined cookie sheet. Reball the scraps and repeat the procedure using all of the dough. Take a pencil and make a hole towards the top so that ribbon can pass through it later. Lay the cookie sheets in a convenient place to dry for 4 or 5 days to dry uncovered. When dry, thread the ribbon through the holes for hanging. You can decorate one side of the ornament either by gluing things to it or painting designs. Store these in a resealable plastic bag. These make wonderful Christmas gifts that make a new wonderful family tradition. These will also be good for use as a room scent or to take musty smells out of closets or amp basements besides being attractive tree ornaments.
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678 -- BUBBLE RECIPE
2 c. Joy dishwashing detergent
6 c. water
3/4 c. white Karo corn syrup
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679 -- CINNAMON ORNAMENTS
3/4 to 1 c. applesauce
1 (4.12 oz.) bottle ground cinnamon
Mix applesauce and cinnamon to form stiff dough. Roll out to 1/4 inch thickness. Cut with cookie cutters. Let air dry several days. Make hole for ribbon. Not Edible!
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680 -- DOUGH ART
Make Christmas ornaments with your children or braided dough baskets for decoration 1/2 c. salt 1/4 c. water
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1/3 c. dish soap or baby shampoo
1 1/4 c. water
2 tsp. sugar
1 drop food coloring
Combine and put in an unbreakable bottle.
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682 -- SAND PAINTING
Color sand by adding food coloring. Bake in moderate oven to dry. Brush a mixture of Elmer's glue and water on a piece of paper. Sprinkle sand over mixture, shake loose sand off. Let dry.
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683 -- FINGER PAINT
1 c. laundry starch
2 c. cold water
2 tbsp. glycerin
4 c. hot water
1 c. mild soap flakes
Food coloring of your choice
Combine starch and water in saucepan. Add hot water and cook over medium heat until it boils and becomes clear. Add glycerin and soap, mix until thoroughly dissolved. Add food coloring.
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684 -- BUBBLE SOLUTION
1/3 c. dish soap or baby shampoo
1 1/4 c. water
2 tsp. sugar
1 drop food coloring
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685 -- CINNAMON ORNAMENTS
4 oz. cinnamon
1 tbsp. ground cloves
1 tbsp. nutmeg
3/4 c. applesauce, may need more
2 tbsp. white glue, Elmer's
Combine all ingredients in bowl. Knead with hands 2-3 minutes - not too wet and not too dry. Roll out to 1/4 inch thick. Cut with cookie cutters. Transfer cut shapes onto wax paper. Put hole in top using a straw. Keep on wax paper and flip them every couple of hours to evenly dry.
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Mix 3/4 to 1 cup applesauce with 1 (4.12 ounce) ground cinnamon to form a stiff dough. Roll out to 1/4 inch thickness. Cut with cookie cutters. Make holes for ribbon. Put on cookie rack to dry. Let air dry while flipping occasionally.
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687 -- PASTE FOR PAPIER MACHE
3 c. water
1 1/2 c. flour
Oil of peppermint
Mix flour with cold water. Cook over low heat, stirring until paste thickens. If too thick, add a little water. Cool the mixture and add 1 teaspoon peppermint oil.
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688 -- SOAP PAINT
1 1/2 c. soap flakes
1 c. hot water
Food coloring
Mix together well and add a few drops of coloring.
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689 -- AIR FRESHENERS OR ORNAMENTS
1 c. applesauce (drain very well)
3/4 c. cinnamon
1 tbsp. allspice
2 tbsp. cloves
1 tbsp. nutmeg
Mix all the spices together and add drained applesauce. Roll out on wax paper about 1/2" thick. Puncture a hole in the shape so that a ribbon can be added for hanging. Let shapes dry on wax paper for 2 days.
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690 -- FINGER PAINT
Dissolve 1/2 cup cornstarch in 4 cups boiling water and stir. Let mixture come to boil again. Pour hot mixture into individual cups in muffin pan. Add different food colors to each cup. Allow to cool. Cooling will cause paint to thicken.
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3 c. soap flakes
1 1/2 c. hot water
NOTE: Use plastic mixture bowl or ice cream container to mix in. Whip with egg beater until stiff. Do not attempt to store. Mix and use as needed. (This is nice to use on dark blue paper to create a snow scene.)
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692 -- LION FACES
Oranges
Pretzel sticks thin
Raisins
Cheddar cheese, shredded
Peel an orange, then slice horizontally. Make a lion face on the orange using: pretzels for whiskers, raisins for eyes and nose. Shredded cheddar cheese for a shaggy mane.
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693 -- FINGER PAINTS - MORE PERMANENT
1 c. cornstarch
2 envelopes unflavored gelatin
1 c. soap flakes
2 c. cold water
Saucepan
Sm. jars with lids
Cooking spoon
Dissolve the cornstarch in 1/2 cups of cold water. Dissolve gelatin in the remaining 1/2 cup cold water and ad to the cornstarch mixture. Cook over medium heat until the mixture is thick, stir occasionally. Stir in the soap flakes. When the mixture cools slightly, divide it into the small jars. Add a different color of paint to each jar, stirring thoroughly so the color is well blended. Store in the refrigerator, tightly capped.
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694 -- SOAP - FLAKE FINGER PAINTS
1 c. Ivory Snow soap flakes
1/4 c. water
Food coloring
Egg beater
Mixing bowl
Combine the soap flakes and water in the mixing bowl. Beat with egg beater until the mixture looks and feels like whipped cream. Mix in a few drops of food coloring. These are temporary paints for finger painting on a cookie sheet or piece of newspaper, or in the bathtub!
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695 -- SPICED ORNAMENTS
1 c. cinnamon
1 tbsp. cloves
1 tbsp. nutmeg
3/4 c. applesauce
1 tbsp. Elmers glue
Mix together all ingredients. Knead until pliable, then roll out onto waxed paper. Sprinkle with more cinnamon. Cut out into various shapes. Put in hole for ribbon. Let dry 2 to 4 days.
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2 c. flour
1 c. salt
2 tbsp. oil
Mix above ingredients. Add water a little at a time to almost one cup. Color with food coloring.
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697 -- CLEAN PAINT
Tempera
Water
Liquid detergent
Mix together using equal parts of water and liquid detergent. The detergent helps prevent stains and makes clean-up easier.
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698 -- SIDEWALK CHAULK
1/2 c. water
2 tbsp. powdered tempra paint
9 tbsp. plaster of Paris
Stir until creamy. Pour into small paper cups. Set aside for approximately 1 hour. When set peel off the paper cup.
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699 -- PAINT BRUSH CLEANER
Place in old saucepan and cover with white vinegar. Bring to a boil, simmer several minutes. Wash brush in soap and warm water.
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700 -- ANTIGUING FLOWERS
Equal parts of light stain and turpentine-liquid gold paint or spray. Mix equal amounts of stain and turpentine in an old container (tall coffee can), dip flowers, holding them upside down over can until they stop dripping. Lay on newspaper or cardboard until dry (about 24 hours). After dry, arrange in containers, dip pipe cleaners in liquid gold and brush here and there on edges of flowers and leaves. After the flowers have dried, individual flowers may be taken off the main branch and wired to toothpicks or longer wood splints for arranging.
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