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Homemade Finger Paints

1 envelope of unflavored gelatin
2 1/2 cups of cold water
1 cup of cornstarch
1/2 cup of soap flakes
2 drops each of four shades of icing color paste, available at
craft and baking supply stores.

1. In a small bowl, sprinkle the gelatin over 1/2 cup of the water
and mix until dissolved.

2. Combine the cornstarch, soap flakes and remaining 2 cups of water
in a saucepan over medium heat.

3. Add the gelatin mixture to the saucepan, sitting until it becomes
thick.
4. Remove the pan form the heat and strain the mixture equally into
four containers.

5. Cool for an hour, and then add a different shade of icing color paste
to each container. Fold in color until throughly mixed.

Note: undiluted colour paste will stain hands and clothing so don't let
the kids play with it until it is mixed into the paint mixture!

6. Store refrigerator when not in use.

Have fun and let me know if you enjoyed it.!

Priscilla Z USA


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