2 c. baking soda
1 c. cornstarch
1 1/4 c. cold water

Combine soda and cornstarch, blending well. Stir in the cold water, mixing well until the mixture is smooth. Boil for 1 minute until dough has the consistency of moist mashed potatoes. Stir constantly.

Transfer to a large piece of wax paper or a silicone sheet. Cover with a damp cloth and let cool.

Knead dough and roll out onto waxed paper. Cut with cookie cutters into shapes or mold by hand.

Allow to air dry until hardened, about 1 or 2 days depending upon the weather.

Paint ornaments with acrylics. Dry well and coat with clear shellac, nail polish or acrylic sealer.

Wire ornament hangers may be threaded through before the dough dries or attached with glue later on.