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Welcome to this edition of Daddy Tallica’s Workshop. Without further ado, grab your Rearz Apron because this time we're making edible playdough!!

This Recipe is really easy to make and uses items often found in the cupboard.

This is another great sensory play activity and again this activity isn’t strictly for ageplayers, in fact it's really great for children and adults alike.

Also I have found that with AB’s edible playdough is that perfect activity to help to put them into their ageplay headspace.

Like the workshop on edible finger paint, edible playdough is perfect as it allows the user to put their hands and the playdough into their mouths without any harmful effects.

*Note*

This playdough like the edible finger paint is more what they call “Taste-Safe." You really wouldn’t want to eat this but if it does go into a mouth it's not toxic. They will be safe. This playdough is not sweet or sticky. You can also add food colouring and make different colours or you could add things like powdered juice to give it both colour and smell. Once you have perfected the recipe you can also experiment by adding flavor extracts or other herbs or spices. All of these things are perfect for added sensory fun.

This recipe does not have any preservatives in it. So if you make this recipe ahead of time please be sure to check that the playdough has not gone bad before using it. It can stay good for quite a while though if stored in an airtight container.

So let's grab your Rearz aprons. If you don't already have one, head on over to Rearz gear and make sure you get yourself one.

Skill Level 1 Simple

Items Needed:

• Apron

• 2 cups all-purpose flour

• 3/4 cup salt

• 4 teaspoons cream of tartar

• 2 cups lukewarm water

• 2 Tablespoons of vegetable oil

• Large pot

• Mixing spoon

• Large freezer bags/containers (one for each colour you make)

Directions:

1. Stir the flour, salt and cream of tartar together in a large pot.


2. Add the water and oil.


3. Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly.


4. Continue stirring until the dough has thickened and begins to form into a ball.


5. Remove from heat and then place inside of your sandwich bag/container or onto wax paper.


6. Allow to cool slightly and then knead until smooth.


7. If you’re adding colours after, divide the dough into balls (for how many colours you want.) Then place the playdough into your freezer bags/containers. I start with about 5 drops of food colouring and add more as needed.


8. Knead the dough while inside the bag so it doesn’t stain your hands.

Once it’s all mixed together you’re ready to PLAY.

Store the play dough inside the bags once done to keep soft. It should keep for 2 - 3 months.

*Note*

You can also make this recipe without cooking it by adding 1 to 1.5 cups boiling water instead of the 2 cups lukewarm water. Add it in increments until it feels just right.

If you’re only making one colour you can add the food colouring during step 2