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Fingerpaint #2

Thanks to Sarah for sending this in!

  • 3 Tbsp sugar 
  • 1/2 cup cornstarch 
  • 2 cup cold water 
  • Food colouring 
  • Soap flakes or liquid dishwashing detergent 

Mix sugar and cornstarch together in a medium saucepan over low heat. 

Add cold water and continue stirring until the mixture is thick. 

Remove from heat. 

Divide the mixture up into four empty margarine containers. 

Add a drop or two of food colouring and a pinch of soap flakes or a drop of detergent to each container and mix. 

Use a different colour for each cup. 

Stir and let cool. 

Store covered in an airtight container.