Purple Sensory Dough
A calming, tactile dough made with simple ingredients that promotes mindfulness and creative play.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Yield: 1 batch
- Category: Craft
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: N/A
- Diet: N/A
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup plain white flour
- 1 cup table salt
- 2 tablespoons cream of tartar (optional)
- 1 cup warm water
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil or coconut oil
- Purple food coloring or powdered pigment
- A few drops of essential oil or vanilla extract (optional)
- A mixing bowl and wooden spoon
- A silicone mat or clean work surface
- Airtight container or zip-top bag for storage
- Small cookie cutters or tools for sensory play (optional)
Instructions
- Mix the flour, salt, and cream of tartar in a bowl until even.
- Add the warm water, oil, and optional scent.
- Stir until a shaggy dough forms.
- Turn the dough onto a silicone mat and press down to combine.
- Knead gently for 5 to 8 minutes until smooth.
- Adjust consistency with flour or water as needed.
- Let the dough rest for 10 minutes.
- Shape and play with the dough, making small coils or using tools.
- Store the dough in an airtight container after use.
Notes
This dough is safe as a sensory material but not edible. Supervise children closely if they are prone to putting objects in their mouths.
Find it online: https://www.cozyhandsdiy.com/purple-sensory-dough/