FINGER PAINT OR CRAFT COLORS
1/2 c. cornstarch
1 c. cold water
1 env. unflavored gelatin
2 c. hot water
1/2 c. mild soap flakes or detergent
Rit dye
Combine cornstarch and 3/4 cup of the cold water in a medium size saucepan; soak gelatin in remaining 1/4 cup cold water. Stir in hot water to starch mixture and cook over medium heat until mixture comes to a boil and is smooth, stirring constantly. Remove from heat; blend in softened gelatin. Add soap or detergent and stir until soap or detergent is thoroughly dissolved. Makes about 3 loaves. Ntoe: If Liquid Rit is to be used, increase cornstarch ot 3/4 cup. Divide into portions in jars or bowls. Stir in about 1 teaspoon Rit powder or 1 tablespoon Rit Liquid Dye for every cup of mixture. If not using immediately, cover tightly for storage. Recipe may be multiplied. In preparation finger painting sets, it is suggested that scarlet, yellow and royal blue, plus black and brow Rit dye be selected. Orange, kelly green and fuschia may be added for larger sets. For white, mix in white tempera powder. Use glazed shelf paper.