1 c. salt
2 c. flour
4 tsp. cream of tartar
2 c. water
3 tbsp. vegetable oil
food coloring (optional)

In a saucepan; put flour in first and then add cold water; blend and add salt, cream of tartar and oil. Blend over low heat until thick like play dough. Add coloring and knead on wax paper. Keeps for weeks in a plastic container.