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Play-Doh

Play-Doh is a modeling compound, designed for children. It comes in plastic canisters, and is made in a multitude of colors. Play-Doh was first marketed in 1956.

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Where can you get a good price on Play-Doh?

Make your own! mix flour and a little bit of water. voilà... Play-doh

Why did Joseph .S. Vicker make Play-Doh?

Most likely it was an accident. I may have my facts wrong, but during WW2 the US was looking for an alternative to rubber. He dropped something in a mixture and it formed play-doh (or was it silly putty...). I think it was silly putty, but I may be wrong.

Did thomas Edison invent play-dough?

No it didn't come along until the 30's and was not marketed as a toy until 50's.

Is Play-Doh flammable?

No, it isn't. However, dry Playdoh is somewhat combustible...It ought to kindle at around 450 F since wheat flour is the primary ingredient.

Is Play-Doh a conductor?

Yes it is a conductor because one of the ingredients is salt. Salt has the ability to be ionized and therefore can conduct electricity

How do you make edible play dough like they do on Jon and Kate Plus 8?

EDIBLE PLAYDOUGH 1 c. peanut butter

1 c. honey

1 1/2 c. dry powdered milk (or more to make firm)

Mix ingredients together well. Store in plastic bags in refrigerator. Shape and eat!

Why does play-doh taste so good?

Because it is made of flour and water! It is basically like eating colored bread dough. LOL It's non-toxic so don't worry. A bit of it won't hurt you, but it's probably not a good idea to develop a habit of eating it a lot. See the link below.

Does yeast feel like play dough?

Yeast is a fungus. I wouldn't imagine it would feel anything like play dough.

Where would you get Play Dough?

you can make it yourself by using flower and water just mix it and you get play dough you welcome ;)

Did play doh gets its name from the greek god?

No.

The name comes form the fact that it is used in "play" and looks and feels like bread "dough".

What does play dough look like?

Play-Doh looks much like bread dough, but it comes in rich colors. Some colors are bright, like red or green. Other colors are dark, like brown or blue.

What rhymes with play dough?

aglow, ago, although, below, below, bestow, big toe, bio, Bordeaux, chateau, corn snow, dumb show, dutch hoe, escrow, floor show, forego, forgo, free throw, game show, gateau, hello, ice floe, ice show, Jim Crow, John Doe, kayo, kowtow, lie low, Miro, monroe, outgrow, pernod, plateau, road show, rondeau, rope tow, Rousseau, skid row, ski tow, soft roe, so-so, tableau, talk show, Thoreau, turbot, Van Gogh

Does nail polish make play dough waterproof?

It can, if it is a solvent base that doesn't flake off when wet. Oil-based paints also work.

How do you make play duh?

Homemade Play-dough

2 cups flour

1 cup salt

2 cups water

2 Tbs cream of tartar

2-3 Tbs of oil

Natural Coloring (Optional)

Essential Oil, for scent (Optional)

Mix everything but the coloring and essential oil together in a big pan. Heat it on medium until it balls together. If you're using them, add the coloring and a few drops of the essential oil, and mix until evenly distributed. Enjoy!

Why does play dough smell funky?

Play dough can smell funky due to the presence of various ingredients, such as flour, salt, and preservatives, which can produce a distinct odor over time. The scent can also be intensified by moisture and bacteria, especially if the dough has been stored improperly or for an extended period. Additionally, some commercial play doughs use artificial fragrances that may not appeal to everyone. Proper storage and timely replacement can help mitigate these odors.

How do you make play-dough?

Ingredients

3 Cups of Plain Flour

3 Cups of Water with added colouring of your choice

1½ Cups of Salt

3 Tablespoons of cooking oil

6 Teaspoons of Cream of Tartar

Directions

Put all ingredients into a saucepan and stir while cooking over a medium heat until the desired consistency is obtained. Keep it in a tight container and do not put in the fridge.

Another Play-Doh recipe

Ingredients

2 Cups of Plain Flour

½ Cup of Salt

1 Cup of water (with added colouring of your choice)

1 Tablespoon of cooking oil

1 Tablespoon of Hand Lotion

Directions

Mix flour and salt together. Add hand lotion, oil and water. Mix well and knead until dough is smooth. It keeps well.