Bring Life Back to Dry Playdough

My number one frustration about playing with playdough is when my daughter decides she's had enough and just runs off to play with something else ... leaving the playdough on the kitchen table to dry out. Crusty edged playdough, yuk! (Yes, I know you are saying I should teach her to put one toy away before playing with the other, and I am, with 2 toddlers in the house it is a work in progress!)

But, here is a simple way to bring some life back to the neglected playdough.

1. Boil the kettle
2. Hold the playdough in some tongs
3. Cover the playdough in steam (but not too much that it starts dripping)
4. Knead the dough
5. Repeat 2 to 3 times until you've got healthier playdough.

 Some other tips for caring for your playdough:

• Make sure it is stored in an airtight container (or even better, wrap it in cling film and then in an airtight container, or keep it in a zip lock bag)
• Playdough stores better in the fridge.
• If you live in a very dry climate and your playdough dries out quickly, a little extra oil will help make its life a little longer.

If you want to make your own playdough, you can find a homemade playdough recipe here. 

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