Corn Starch Ornaments

[@LittleWillie1000]

This is my favorite Dough recipe. I have ornaments that are 40 years old that I made from this recipe. They are in beautiful shape even after all this time.

[@Moccsnosocks]

Good to know! I just made about 100 tiny stars and hearts to make a garland so I was hoping they would last for a long time :) I made some with my dog's pawprints too so of course I want to cherish those for years to come

[@caroleberreur9585]

Honestly, this is more complex than mine (also holding fine after about 20 years). 1 cup of flour for one cup of salt.. use about 1/2 cup of water (depending on weather, humidity level, etc… dough must be like pasta dough in the end). No need to warm anything, no need to wait… it just will air dry in a few days. Paint, add ordinary transparent matt or glossy varnish, and you’re done. 😊

[@seamsewfine]

I thank you for sharing your recipe and talent. I can not wait to go see my grandchildren and do these. I have a large bag of cookie cutters that were my mommy's, we used them for cookies when I was little, now we can use to make our ornaments. Yours are really beautiful. I always take notes while I watch interesting videos, so for those of you that don't, 1/2 cup corn starch, 1 cup baking soda, 3/4 cup water, preheat oven to 250 degrees then bake for 20-30 min or until hard😁

[@elizabethhollier2500]

Lol, I do the same thing, I thought maybe I was the only one that did that while everyone else rewatched if need be, I'm happy to read in not the only old school mom, old habits die hard!

[@SundaysChild1966]

Oh this is perfect for doing with the grand-daughter! Thanks so much for sharing the recipe .. I was a little distracted with dogs barking and family wanting their supper .. the nerve! lol

[@Gardendreamsforme]

Cook on the stove top until it becomes the consistency of sticky mashed potatoes. Form to a ball and allow to cool on countertop using a little cornstarch to dust the suface. Cover with a slightly damp cloth to cool. Dust with a little cornstarch and roll out to 1/4 inch thickness and use cookie cutters to cut out your ornaments. Use a straw to put a hole in top of each of you’re hanging them. Place on cookie sheet and bake in a 250° oven until hard…abt 20 to 30 minutes or until hard. Can be painted with acrylic paints

[@cadefergusonferguson5588]

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[@cadefergusonferguson5588]

@@elizabethhollier2500 😊😊😊😊😊😊😊q

[@jcfromupstate1693]

I love this dough, and have ornaments from the 80's that are just as lovely as when I made them. Thank you for sharing and reminding me that maybe I need to make some new ones!

[@Rainyday-n4e]

Yes i remember making these in 70s 80s...how we have forgotten the simple things in life such as these ornaments. I did the salt ones.. we painted them

[@wandamorris780]

I made the salt ones in 1972. Still have them.

[@pointyblackhat]

@@Rainyday-n4e You’re right, and I think it’s a shame that we are evolving into a generation that disrespects memories and traditions. My Mama taught me so many random off the wall things, and her recipes and gardening. I treasure that, but when I try passing that on to kids and grandkids, their eyes glaze over and their hands just start shaking because they can’t see their phones!

[@janetbaker3616]

The cornstarch dough makes the ornaments look like porcelain. I'm going to check out more of your videos now.

[@Melanie-bm7vh]

So pretty... I made these for years with Elementary students in a Before & After School Program. They also look great Embossed with prints. Emboss the print before baking. After baking, thin your paints a little and do a wash, quickly wipe off with a soft cloth. This technique makes them look very vintage and antique. I have also used rubber stamps with permanent ink.

[@marthalorden8498]

Cool. I suggest clear/white/snowy glitter to showcase your beautiful hand painted design. It kind of got lost behind the green and red.

[@Nigelsmom2136]

I moved earlier this year and a lot of my ornaments were damaged or completely lost. So i am going to make new ornaments instead of buying garbage from China. I can't wait to make these. Thanks for the video!

[@treescraftsnmore6641]

@@Nigelsmom2136Your welcome. I'm sorry that happened Hopefully nothing of sentimental value.

[@klingfree4783]

cut the tip of the straw off with a pair of scissors each time and how about using a double broiler so that you don’t burn your pot, you could put food coloring in the water if you want to add color. Your idea is great, so Simple!

[@Auntee-Sara]

Excellent project for adding names which can be presented by adding them to a wrapped gift as part of the decoration. One idea: Front - Sandy 2022 Back - Love, Nana Smith

[@shandysgarden]

I can see other uses for this dough. You can make some custom magnets or even little wine glass markers or paperweights. All kinds of stuff. Little tiny mini ornaments that you could use to make a Garland too like beads or would that be too thick? Cute little shapes without holes that you can hot glue onto a wreath that you made like a leaf or something? Or even a 3D Rose. Just wonder if it works as well as a baking clay... I would appreciate anybody commenting here who's tried anything else with this recipe to chime in!

[@maureensamson4863]

Cake decorations painted in food colours ?😊

[@pointyblackhat]

Beads for suncatchers and bracelets.

[@annaaragon6763]

❤❤❤❤ # REPLAY. NEWBIE MY 1ST TIME SEEING YOUR VIDEO. LOVE IT. GOTTA WRITE THIS RECIPE DOWN. YOU DID AN AMAZING CRAFT. THX FOR SHARING ❤❤❤❤ ANNA FROM, NEW MEXICO . WHERE YOU FROM ❤❤

[@treescraftsnmore6641]

Thank you!🙂CA.

[@InFltSvc]

They are beautiful! Never heard of these…

[@susangrimes6451]

You can use a sifter and it will do the mixing and breaking up for you. Add cinnamon for scent or peppermint oil.

[@chelebox1986]

Thank you! I was hoping a commenter would unknowingly answer my question.😊

[@pointyblackhat]

I’ve never done this kind of clay, but if you use a dough hook, couldn’t you do the mixing part in a mixing bowl with a mixer? That sounds lazy, but with arthritis and some other issues, it’s difficult to handle some things.

[@kathyallen8323]

Thank you so much for this recipe. I only knew about the salt dough recipe.

[@treescraftsnmore6641]

Your very welcome.

[@katiehettinger7857]

Loved the video, I may do something similar, but having made snow encrusted pine cones I have lots of sparkly clear snowflake glitter, which I think will look good around the edges. 🎄😊👍

[@pennidudley1632]

Beautiful ornaments. Thank you for sharing.

[@psychedelicpython]

I heard this is known as “cold porcelain”, but I’ve never worked with either. I’d like to make some non-Christmas ornaments from this recipe that are shaped like flowers and hearts, add a ribbon at the top, and decorate them with nice words and give them to friends.

[@cynthiat6505]

I will use clear glitter to make them look like sugar. Love them!

[@georgiastewart4479]

Wow! This dough is so smooth, and the ornaments are pretty ❤🤍💚

[@canukmrsben]

Thank you so much for the recipe as well as the tutorial. (Have a twelve year old grand daughter who is quite artistic and does rock painting so I imagine she would like this craft as well. For her projects when using paint, she uses 'nail art brushes' that work well for fine details.)

[@MargueriteEudoraSmith]

Beautiful! And I think this would be a wonderful project for any holiday...Easter...Valentine's...etc, what fun to make a set for every occasion..thanks for sharing!

[@katiehettinger7857]

Valentine's Day cards with keepsake hearts Tied with ribbon. 😄✉💝

[@jackiefain3500]

❤

[@cynthiarollins3949]

Wonderful craft…use a Teflon whisk for the mixing and a emery board to make the sides smooth. Soooo many possibilities 💖

[@shannabauer]

Love this. The end result is amazing. I love to deco podge and seeing you seal this with mod podge just clinched the deal. Thank you for sharing this recipe. I remember doing this when I was really young, 4 or 5 maybe. I will have to revive this for my grandsons. I have cookie cutters I used as a child and have my husbands from his younger years also. Perfect project idea. Thank you!

[@margieginn2536]

Thank you so much this will be a fun recipe to share with my daughter and make some fun ortaments.

[@joycesimmons7211]

These are beautiful and you explained everything clearly, thank you

[@sharakirkby2744]

That’s a great idea.you could add color at the cooking stage as well.

[@darlenekennedy3089]

Thank you for sharing! This looks like a fun idea with my Great Granddaughter

[@jrae6608]

I have found it’s easier to put the hole in them, before removing from all the dough. Cookie doesn’t expand as much. Great video. Plan on doing this

[@janmcguire5268]

Lovely! I’ve done salt dough ornaments, but I like this recipe better!

[@susandevoe6002]

I think the clear-type litter all over looks the best, on the back too, & maybe decorate both sides for a hanging mobile. Clear fishing line also works v. well for hanging pcs like this.

[@barbaraness4507]

I helped make ornaments with salt dough when I was a kid. Unfortunately I couldn’t resist tasting the dough, and it was horrible!!😂

[@judycee4]

Thank you! My dad used to make these, but I never knew the recipe

[@marywood8241]

These are so pretty! I've never made them before! Can't wait to make it! Thank you for sharing this ❣️ 🥰 ❤️

[@treescraftsnmore6641]

Thank you!🙂❤

[@Happybidr]

They look marvelous. I think I’ll try clear sprinkles.

[@junehurt2469]

So simple and they look pretty. My Grandkids will love making these.

[@sandibaker5298]

I am so glad I stumbled across your channel! I adore these ornaments and can’t wait to make some. Thank you for sharing your gift with others! MERRY CHRISTMAS!🎄 🎅🏻

[@donnanichols6838]

Thank you sooooo much for sharing this recipe!!!! I've never gotten around to trying it but used to have it written down and on my fridge and it disappeared... I really wanted to try it, so I'm so grateful to get a second chance at it. Thanks so much!!!!! ❤🎉

[@treescraftsnmore6641]

@@donnanichols6838 your welcome 😊

[@ameliagarcia1483]

Thank you for sharing great idea for the grandkids bless you 😇

[@wandamorris780]

I have some made in 1972, still pretty.

[@cj8947]

Just stumbled across your channel as this ornament caught my eye. You have an awesome personality and talent and teaching skills! I have subscribed.

[@delmaplain5358]

Wonder if could use embossed rolling pin?

[@debbieschultz9768]

I just found your channel and couldn’t subscribe fast enough. These are beautiful!! Thank you for sharing. ❤️

[@CookiesCritterCare]

Omg i LOVE glitter. It actually makes me very happy

[@pointyblackhat]

Have you used German glass glitter? I resisted until I found a sale. I’m never going back to plain school glitter again!

[@NavyMommie]

Thank you for sharing. They are beautiful.

[@eliflames5157]

I made up a few batches of these after watching your video. Glad I stumbled on your video now. I tried a recipe from off of Pinterest and they turned out terrible. The ones I made after watching here turned out great. I painted them to look like porcelain. Did a holy motif and they looked so pretty. I had to bake mine an extra 10 mins but they still turned out good.

[@carlam.9529]

So beautiful, thank you !!!

[@treescraftsnmore6641]

Your welcome, thank you!🙂

[@dianneeverett1633]

Very pretty. Nice touch.

[@yolyrom7233]

Great idea, they look store bought, thank you!

[@treescraftsnmore6641]

You are so welcome!

[@lianefehrle9921]

I just found you. I’m glad I did. I have never heard of this recipe. I’m doing it tomorrow as soon as I get the corn starch and baking side. Love it❤❤❤❤

[@viridiangreen8259]

Lovely project to with my daughters and granddaughter

[@KM-bu8ec]

Merry Christmas! So darling and very festive! I subscribed ♥️❄️♥️

[@SparrowStockwell]

Hi, Sister. Yes, they are very cute.

[@treescraftsnmore6641]

Thanks for subbing!

[@ritarichardson3881]

You can use chop sticks or skewers to get the dough out from the straws.

[@natureislifesounds5518]

That’s amazing, I am definitely going to make this with my kids, thank you so much ❤😊

[@diannameyers8163]

Love the artwork on the first star🎉😅❤

[@reneebanbury7066]

I love this idea! Great tutorial. Thank you. Merry Christmas!

[@ginnylawson8533]

They were really sweet ornaments. I’m definitely going to try and make some. Thank you for this video.

[@patbowman6723]

Thank you for an inexpensive way to spend time with your grandchildren, children or any little ones and maybe some bid ones also. Your directions were clearly spoken and easy to understand and a joy to listen to. Your finished products are so pretty I wish you were selling them. Merry Christmas to you and yours.🎄 🎆

[@shirleyingram1383]

Can’t wait to make these ! They are so pretty thank you for sharing you recipe . I’m now a new subscriber . Looking forward to seeing more of your videos! ❤😊

[@Cyrilmc222004]

Thank you so much I really really enjoyed watching you create these pretty ornaments. It’s a really great idea, and I’ve subscribed and given you a thumbs up too.

[@treescraftsnmore6641]

Thank you so much Im glad you enjoyed them. ❤🙂

[@carlaalsid9977]

An added bonus to this recipe: gluten free kids can handle the dough without worry.

[@toddylu6869]

Ok this was just the cutest DIY ever!! Merry Christmas!

[@normacooper6377]

These turned out really cute.

[@usherl250]

I Remember making these when I was little

[@mnmi2248]

The ornaments are beautiful. Thank you so much! Have a blessed Christmas!

[@donnamiller2125]

Thank you so much for this video about the Corn starch dough... They are absolutely gorgeous and I love the look of the white and there is so much you can do with them... This was a wonderful video and I thank you for sharing... Going to give it a try... May the blessings of this glorious season be with you and your family....

[@robinpesek3657]

Excellent! Thank you!

[@Jana-TheCraftyGambler]

This such a great project for me and my grandkids. I can’t wait to try it.

[@joyscranfield5527]

Pretty! TY for sharing your recipe!

[@huckle_berry5081]

Blow on the straw to pop out the cut dough circles in straw.

[@bettydamnboop3030]

Back in the 80s my sister and I tried making cookies and they turned out hard as rocks but the kids enjoyed it and even though they were anything but edible they smelled so good. Thank you for sharing this recipe my grandchildren will enjoy doing this craft. Happy Holidays.

[@kayjosephineporteous444]

New too subbie as crafters say wow I love the mix

[@shannabauer]

One other question, how long does the dough last in a tupperware bowl if you have left over dough?

[@treescraftsnmore6641]

I'm really not sure But i looked it up.seeing 2 days.

[@julie-nm6lv]

I love your video the clay recipe opens up a new world to me I like to be creative and this helped get that creative bug going Happy Holidays

[@alenajean4785]

That was very informative. Can't wait to try. Your ornaments turned out lovely. TFS🎄

[@louiserobinson6704]

Your painting is so good that glitter was not necessary! Now a clear glitter might work.

[@ritastutler1470]

My dad used to make those. I make cinnamon and applesauce ornaments...two ingredients..no cooking and they smell good for years. Kids love making ornaments but I do too. Yours are beautiful.

[@pointyblackhat]

I always made the cinnamon ones with my special ed students. It was a perfect activity for them-they all had sensory issues, some with smells, some with touch, some with breathing the air on Earth (lol) so making these addressed so many of their goals. And it was something they could take home and give to their parents.

[@ritastutler1470]

@ Oh how sweet you are and I bet the best teacher they ever had. I make them every year , but have those that have lasted and still smell good. Have a great weekend. ❤️

[@pointyblackhat]

@@ritastutler1470 I loved those kids!

[@naidadeschesne9958]

You could have blown into the straw to blow your dough out of it. Pretty! Thanks for the recipe!😉

[@ephemerabluetit335]

You could cut off the end of the straw.

[@terribuchawiecki5328]

I love the ornaments

[@jacquelineteague3545]

Hi i love them they are so beautiful. Thank you for sharing

[@deechr1602]

Fabulous! I can’t believe I have never seen this before.

[@janmcguire5268]

I can’t imagine doing crafts without cats in the background.😊

[@shunawestern9153]

The cornstarch dough make's ornaments really nice, good idea. 🥰🇬🇧🌲⛄

[@ravenlunatik6598]

Loved them before the glitter. Maybe an iridescent glitter?

[@nanizon]

Fabulous! I need that sweet paint brush. Merry Christmas🌲

[@nancyearnest1043]

I like this recipe for play dough. It’s smoother I think it looks nicer

[@rebeccadees]

Thank you for sharing your recipe! You’re very creative 😊.

[@treescraftsnmore6641]

Thank you 😊

[@aysheanaif2927]

They look amazing ❤

[@treescraftsnmore6641]

Ty so much!😊

[@barbarakoeppe2623]

They are so pretty I want to try making those thankyou for showing us

[@treescraftsnmore6641]

Your very welcome and thank you.

[@kimedmonson3134]

🌼very nice, Thank you for the video.

[@rosaelinav8036]

Thank you so much for your recipes.❤❤

[@michellebeebelewisfrith1544]

I'm going to do this with my grandson. Looks like so much fun

[@treescraftsnmore6641]

Thank you, have a wonderful time! 🙂

[@lorettayoung7220]

I love these, you painted yours so pretty, thank you! Merry Christmas to you and yours! 🦌🎄🎀✨☃

[@shandysgarden]

I would also like to know if you could take some glitter and just add them in specific areas...like even using a paintbrush after the painted design has dried to paint a little of the same sealant on the branches only and tacking down the green glitter and then using some sealant on the red berries only and that way the red glitter sticks to the berries only. I think that would work it would just be an extra step to make sure your glitter is only where you want it. I think it takes away from your design which is beautiful, to just broadcast glitter everywhere but that's just me. I guess what I'm asking is it wouldn't hurt anything to have a little extra sealant. It would just probably make it bumpy... Hmmm

[@junerobbins6871]

Very pretty. I've made this type of clay. My recipe added baby oil and school glue. The ornaments that I made with my great grandchildren seem to last forever. I also found a recipe for cold poriclin clay that doesn't need to be cooked. Haven't tried that one yet.

[@elenakalpakoff5020]

They're very pretty

[@jeanharding517]

Thank you for sharing.

[@catherineholmes2254]

Recipe for Ornament Dough: Add to sauce pan 1/2 cup corn starch 1 cup baking soda Mix together Add 3/4 cup water Mix up and cook on stove with lid on it. About 5 minutes Has texture of dry mashed potatoes sprinkle corn starch on counter, plop dough onto that. Cover with damp cloth to allow to cool enough to handle. About 4 minutes Kneed it until smooth and pliable Roll out 1/4” and cut out with cookie cutters Put hole in top with straw Preheat oven 250 degrees Line baking sheet with parchment paper. Bake for 20 to 30 minutes until they are hard! Decorate with acrylic paint

[@catherineholmes2254]

Go over dried ornament with modpodge add glitter. When dry you can add glitter to back too

[@deborahbarber1510]

My mom had those same cookie cutters. Good memories.

[@shandysgarden]

I would probably suggest a real fine grit sanding block just to get off any additional powder on the surface but using the fine grit along the edge you could get all the chunky bits off the cutting edge to make them look really nice and clean right? Just want to know if you've tried that method to knock off the little hanging off pieces? I don't think that you need to seal your artwork if you're using acrylic butt what type of sealant or spray would you suggest? Besides mod podge I just want to know what else works well without yellowing... Definitely could make an outdoor sealant for them if you wanted to use these outside, I think!

[@ginabadeaux9319]

thank you ,i made art with these many years ago. i have everything to make some

[@heidil9046]

A raw bean pressed down on the ornament as it bakes will make the hole too.