Finger Paint

4 ingredients
6 steps

Ingredients

  • 1 c. starch (corn or laundry)
  • enough cold water to make a thin paste
  • 1 c. mild soap flakes (not detergent)
  • 1/2 c. salt

Directions

  1. 1
    Mix all and place into a double boiler; add 1 quart more water.
  2. 2
    Cook until thick.
  3. 3
    Use more water if necessary.
  4. 4
    Beat mixture with an egg beater.
  5. 5
    You may want to add a teaspoon to glycerin to make it more pliable and 1 cup talcum to give it a pleasant smell and better texture.
  6. 6
    Separate mixture and mix in powdered paint for colors.

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