Easy Salt Dough Ornaments Recipe for Handprints, Shapes and Keepsakes
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Come learn how to make homemade salt dough ornaments. Made with only three simple ingredients, this easy recipe is perfect for special keepsakes like handprints, footprints and paw prints – or use cookie cutters to create festive shapes like stars or snowflakes. You can leave salt dough ornaments plain or decorate them with paint, glitter, bells and more. I've included tips on how to seal them to last as long as possible too. Enjoy this fun holiday craft project with kids, friends, or the whole family. I love to make DIY salt dough ornaments with the footprints of our beloved pets, including my soul kitty Bodhi Moon and our 12 year old chicken Hennifer. I will cherish this ridiculous golden chicken foot forever. What is Salt Dough. Salt dough is a simple, natural, malleable dough made from flour, salt, and water. It's a great inexpensive alternative to clay and can be used in a wide variety of crafts including ornaments.
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- Use 2 cups of all-purpose flour and 3/4 cup of salt to make approximately 10 to 15 ornaments, adjusting quantities as needed.
- Preheat your oven to 215°F and bake the ornaments for 2 to 3 hours, flipping them every hour for even drying.
- To avoid a sticky dough, start with 3/4 cup of warm water and add more gradually, mixing until the dough is smooth and pliable.
- Seal your finished ornaments with Mod Podge or clear acrylic spray sealant to ensure they last for years, applying after the paint has dried.
- When making handprints, press the hand into the dough first, then cut around it to avoid distortion.
- Best for
- Families with kids or pets; ideal for holiday crafting any time of year.
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