Give the gift of playdough with this fun and whimsical DIY Playdough Mix in a Jar idea!
DIY Playdough Mix in a Jar is ridiculously easy to make, super fun for little ones, and the mix makes such a simple and thrifty Gift in a Jar, too!
This gift idea is super frugal and a fun way to keep the kiddos busy on a cold, rainy day!
DIY Playdough Mix in a Jar
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What You’ll Need:
- 1 cup Flour
- 1/2 cup Salt
- 2 tsp. Cream of Tartar
- Pint sized Mason Jar {there will be some extra space after filling it up, but that can easily be hidden with a ribbon} 😉
- Ribbon or Twine
- Optional: Mickey Mouse Cookie Cutter
What You’ll Do:
- Combine ingredients in mixing bowl and stir, then transfer to a mason jar.
- Affix a tag with the following instructions: “DIY Playdough Mix in a Jar”! Add entire contents of jar, 1 cup Water and 1 tbsp. Vegetable Oil to non-stick pan and cook over medium heat, stirring constantly. As soon as the mixture begins to thicken, add in several drops of your favorite color food coloring and continue to stir. Mixture will begin forming into a solid, and gathering on spoon. Remove from heat to cool, then remove from saucepan to cool on wax paper or plate. Store in freezer ziploc bag once cool. If it starts to get dry after several weeks, just add a few drops of water into play dough to extend it’s shelf life!”
The recipient of your gift will end up with some fabulous Homemade Playdough!
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So have you tried giving this DIY Playdough Mix in a Jar?
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Tiffany says
This is perfect for party favors 🙂 do they store it In the freezer though or can they leave it out?
Jass says
Very nice Idea!!
Kayla norman says
Thinking of making these for the kids stockings for christmas. If I want to use Kool aide to color the play dough can I just add it to the dry mix, or does it have to be done while cooking? And how much should I put in either way?
monz says
I am so in love with this idea I think I am gonna make it for my little mans bday party. Thank u so much for sharing… Aloha, Monz
Mae says
Wanted to thank you for the post I had fun and my son got lots of play doh to play !! He can even request his colour now!! Save a lot…
Heidi says
Aww ~ you’re very welcome, Mae! So glad your son enjoyed it! 😉