Time for some fun? Yes, it is! Why not make some fun and easy Santa hand prints with your kids using salt dough!
This is a fun project for kids of all ages because hands of all ages look cute – babies, toddlers, preschoolers, kindergartners and older!
Santa Claus Hand Salt Dough Ornament
What you will need:
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup salt
- 1/4 cup warm water (you may need a little more)
- Note* The dough should not be sticky.
- Craft Paints & Brushes
- Wax Paper
- Butter knife
- The hands of a volunteer! To make your own Santa Claus
Pour the salt dough onto a lightly floured surface and knead like you would bread dough to remove air bubbles and achieve a smooth texture.
Cut a piece of dough, roll it into a ball, and press it flat onto parchment paper into a circle about 1/2 inch thick.
Sprinkle flour all over your palms and gently work it into the dough to prevent sticking.
Press down firmly on the dough and lift it up carefully. Use a butter knife to go around the edges and create a border.
Place the handprint in the microwave and heat for 15 seconds. Repeat. Then heat for 20 seconds.
Do this until the dough begins to dry and change color (about 6 rounds).
You can cover the dough until it starts to harden, the rest of the dough will dry and harden overnight.
TIP* Paint the entire handprint white first, then paint the face. This makes painting all the details much easier!
Add salt dough decorations to make
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