Inedible Cornstarch Dough

Directions

1. 1
   Combine ingredients over low heat and stir until consistency of stiff mashed potatoes. Remove from heat and cover with wet towel. Allow pan to cool enough to touch.
2. 2
   Remove mixture from pan and knead until smooth and dough-like.
3. 3
   On surface covered with wax paper, roll to 1/4-inch thickness. Cut with cookie cutters. Re-work excess, roll and cut.
4. 4
   Set ornaments on rack to air dry 4 to 5 hours.
5. 5
   Thin acrylic paint with water and paint; air dry. Paint, polyurethane or varnish; let dry. Ready to hang on tree, etc.
6. 6
   Makes 18 to 24 ornaments.