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Cloud Dough With Lotion Recipe

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Learn how to make an easy, no cook cloud dough recipe using lotion.
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yellow, red, blue homemade cloud dough stack on top of each other.
Prep:5 minutes
Creating:2 minutes
Total Time:7 minutes

Equipment

  • 1 Mixing Bowl
  • 2 Small Bowls optional if making extra colors

Supplies

  • 2 cups Cornstarch
  • 1 cup Lotion unscented works best
  • Food Coloring optional: gel food coloring will give the most vibrant colors

Instructions

  • Add the lotion to the bowl.
  • Optional: Add a few drops lotion to the bowl.
  • Slowly add cornstartch to mixture.
  • Use a spoon first to mix together and then your hands to knead the materials together.
  • Add small amounts of lotion or cornstarch to get your desired consistency. After 1 minute, you should have a soft playdough to work with.

Notes

    • If you are having trouble with a sticky mess, use the back of the spoon to push this playdough back together.
    • If it is too wet, add additional cornstarch to get a good mix.
    • You can add regular food coloring to the lotion before adding the cornstarch.
    • Cloud dough can also be made with conditioner instead of lotion.
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Author: Erin Nutter
Cost: under $2