from Meaning in Crafts by E. L. Mattil

• 1 c. salt
• 1/2 c. corn starch
• 3/4 c. cold water
• 1 T. vegetable oil

Mix dry ingredients and then add wet ingredients in the top of a double boiler over hot water. Cook until very thick and about the consistency of bread dough. This takes only a few minutes. Turn out onto a piece of foil and cool until the dough can be handled. Knead 3-5 minutes, wrap in waxed paper. Dough can be stored for several days. Store in a plastic bag and seal well. Food coloring can be worked in to add a tint or hardened dough sculptures can be painted.