This salt dough recipe only requires three ingredients and makes a small batch that is perfect for families!Kids and grown-ups will have a blast rolling out the dough, cutting shapes and decorating these salt dough ornaments for any season.Get tips for how to get the best results with this easy salt dough recipe.
If baking, pre-heat the oven to 250°F. You can also choose a no-bake option and let the salt dough air dry for 4-7 days.
Blend dry ingredients together in a large bowl.
Gradually add water and knead the dough with your hands until it reaches your desired texture.
If the dough feels too tacky, add more flour. If it’s too dry, you can gradually add more water.
Roll dough out until 1/4 inch thick or less.
Cut dough into desired shapes.
Using a drinking straw, make small holes in the ornaments to hang them later.
If baking, place the salt dough ornaments on a cookie sheet and bake at 250°F for about 2 hours or until all moisture is gone. If the ornaments are still soft in some places, you can continue to let them air dry.
Decorate the salt dough ornaments with acrylic paint, Mod Podge Sparkle or other accents.
Optional: Seal the ornaments with any Mod Podge sealer, if desired.