Color Changing Galaxy Lemonade 5 T. tea containing butterfly pea 10 C. boiling water 1 C. lemon juice or lemonade Sugar or honey, as desired Star sprinkles Ice Prepare the tea at least one hour in advance and allow to cool. Boil water, add the butterfly pea-containing tea and let steep at least […]
Cardboard box with attached lid. Lid should have flaps so that the box can be closed tightly. Box should be at least 3 inches deep and big enough to set a pie tin inside. Aluminum foil Clear plastic wrap Glue stick Tape (transparent tape, duct tape, masking tape, or whatever you have) Stick (about 1 […]
Folk art and in particular the art of making craft objects using salt dough has become a very popular hobby in recent years. To get started requires only the minimum of equipment and materials most of which will already be in your kitchen. These include: A bowl to mix your dough A rolling pin for […]
2 Cups Baking Soda (1 box) 1 Cup Cornstarch 1 1/2 Cups Water Color (we added a bit of tempura paint until we received the color we desired) Scents (optional): We added Orange Oil giving the dough a nice aroma Add color (and scent) to water. Combine baking soda and cornstarch in a pot, then […]
Preheat the oven to 350. Place salt (table salt/sea salt) into a small bowl. Add drop of food coloring and mix with the salt. Spread mixture onto a baking sheet in one layer. Bake in oven for 10 minutes. Let cool, then transfer into a storage container for use.
1 cup of used coffee ground 1/2 cup of cold coffee 1 cup of flour (can also use a combo of cornstarch) 1/2 cup of salt Wax paper Mixing bowl Some small objects to make impressions in the dough (Shaped cookie cutters work well, leaves, stones, or impressions from plastic dinosaurs) Empty can or a […]
The word pretzel comes from the Latin word “pretzola,” meaning “little reward.†Your reward will not only be these tasty pretzels, but the together-time you share with your child while making them. Here’s what you’ll need: Mommy & Me Pretzels Mommy’s Materials for the pretzels: 2 packages active dry yeast 2 cups warm water 1 […]
Try this kid-pleasing favorite for lunch: Preheat the oven to 375 degrees. Slice hot dogs lengthwise (but not completely through) and tuck a slice of American cheese inside. Wrap each hot dog in a section of crescent roll dough (available in the refrigerated section of your grocery store). Bake on a cookie sheet for about […]
