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Salt Dough Ornaments (That actually last!)

Just 3 ingredients to make soft salt dough ornaments that don't crack or crumble
Keyword christmas, DIY, ornaments, salt dough
Prep Time 5 minutes

Equipment

  • 1 bowl
  • 1 Rolling Pin
  • cookie cutters optional
  • straw to poke the hole for the string

Ingredients

  • 1 cup salt fine, not coarse
  • 2 cups flour white
  • 1 cup water lukewarm

Instructions

  • Mix all ingredients and knead like dough. Add sprinkles of water or flour to achieve desired consistency (should be firm but smooth).
  • Roll out approx 1/2 inch thick and cut into desired shapes. Make slightly thicker if using for hand or foot prints.
  • Let dry naturally for best results (about 5-7 days).
  • Place in the oven at 200℉ for approximately one hour to speed up drying. Cool completely overnight.
  • Paint with acrylic paints and seal with a seal glaze or Mod Podge. Let dry completely and enjoy your ornaments or decorations for years to come.