Salt Dough Recipe for Christmas Ornaments

✨ Introduction

Make long-lasting Christmas ornaments with simple salt dough—kid-friendly, budget-friendly, and perfect for keepsakes 🎄🧂🎨.

🧂 Ingredients

• 1 cup all-purpose flour
• 1 cup fine salt
• ½ cup warm water
• Optional: 1 teaspoon vegetable oil for smoother dough

🌀 Instructions

1. In a bowl, mix flour and salt thoroughly.
2. Slowly add warm water while kneading until a soft, non-sticky dough forms.
3. If the dough feels dry or crumbly, add a few drops of oil or water.
4. Let the dough rest for 10 minutes before shaping.

✂️ Shaping & decorating

1. Roll out the dough (about 1 cm thick).
2. Cut shapes with cookie cutters or make hand/foot impressions.
3. Use a straw or stick to poke a hanging hole at the top.
4. Air dry 24–48 hours or bake at 100°C (210°F) for 1–2 hours until hard (do not brown).
5. Once dry, paint with acrylics; add glitter, ribbons, or stickers.
6. Thread ribbon or twine through the hole to hang.

💡 Tips

• Work on parchment paper to prevent sticking.
• For crisp edges, chill shaped dough 15 minutes before drying/baking.
• Flip ornaments halfway through drying for even hardening.
• Seal finished ornaments with clear acrylic varnish to protect paint.

📦 Storage

• Store in a cool, dry place.
• Keep away from moisture; use silica gel packets if storing long-term.

⚠️ Notes

• Salt dough is not edible—keep away from pets and small children.
• Avoid high heat; low and slow drying prevents puffing and cracks.