1 c. cornstarch
1 1/2 c. baking soda
1 c. cold water
Food coloring

Combine ingredients in saucepan, cook on medium until clay forms. Knead when cool. Form figures, bake for 1 hour at 250 degrees, or harden overnight. Paint, then shellac with glue or clear nail polish. Good for making beads - use straws to make holes before drying.