2 c. baking soda
1 c. corn starch
1 1/4 c. cold water

Mix soda and cornstarch together, blending well. Add water and mix well until mixture is smooth. Boil 1 minute until it has consistency of moist mashed potatoes. Stir constantly. Spoon out on a plate. Cover with damp cloth and allow to cool. Knead dough and roll out on waxed paper. Cut out designs with cookie cutter or shape by hand. Let dry until hard 1-2 days. Paint ornaments with Tempera or water colors. Dry well and coat with clear shellac or nail polish. Hangers can be mounted on back with glue or pressed into dough before it dries.