Ingredients Needed

• To make molding clay, you will need flour, salt, alum powder, vegetable oil, water and food coloring (optional). You will also need a mixing bowl, pan to boil water and sealable plastic bags for storage.
  
  

Preparation

• Clear the space you will use on your counter and stove top to work. Get the appropriate measuring utensils and a wooden spoon for mixing ready to be used.
  
  

Measure and Mix Your Ingredients

• Bring 1/2 cup water to a boil. Measure 3/4 cup flour, 1/2 cup salt and 1 1/2 tsp. alum powder and place them in the mixing bowl. Mix thoroughly. Add your boiling water and 1 1/2 tsp. vegetable oil to your dry ingredients. If you want colored clay, add your choice of food coloring now to obtain the color of your liking. Mix with your wooden spoon until it is cool enough to handle. Complete the mixing with your hands.
  
  

Finish Up

• The clay can be stored for months in an airtight plastic bag, or you can mold it into the desired shape and allow it to dry overnight.