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Clear Cornstarch Heart Charms

Transform cornstarch and glue into delightful heart-shaped decorations that catch sunlight and add charm to your home.
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Prep 20 minutes
Cook 10 minutes
Total 30 minutes
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Materials

Main Ingredients

  • 1 cup Cornstarch Acts as a binder.
  • 1 cup White school glue Provides flexibility to the dough.
  • 1 tablespoon Baby oil or cooking oil Adds sheen and prevents sticking.

Supplies

  • 1 small Saucepan For mixing the ingredients.
  • 1 each Heart cutter or mold To shape the hearts.
  • 1 bottle Food coloring To tint the dough.
  • 1 bottle Clear varnish For finishing.
  • 1 each String For hanging the finished charms.

Instructions

Preparation

  • In a small saucepan, mix cornstarch, glue, and a few drops of oil over low heat until a soft dough forms.
  • Allow it to cool, then knead the dough until smooth and tint it with food coloring.

Shaping

  • Roll out the dough and use your heart cutter to create shapes, making a small hole for hanging.

Drying

  • Let the hearts air-dry until they are hard, then seal with clear varnish.

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Tips & Notes:

These heart charms are lovely to hang in windows to catch light. If the dough is too sticky, add more cornstarch; if it's too dry, mix in small amounts of glue or oil.

Nutrition Information: Serving: | Calories: | Carbohydrates: | Protein: | Fat: | Sodium: | Fiber: | Sugar:

Author: Course: Cuisine: Keyword: Clear Cornstarch Heart Charms, Crafting, DIY Decorations, Homemade Crafts, Kids Crafts

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