2 1/2 c. flour
1/2 c. salt
1 tbsp. alum
2 c. boiling water
3 tbsp. oil
Food coloring (optional)

Mix dry ingredients. Add food color to water if desired. Slowly add boiling water to dry ingredients; add oil. Knead until it feels like clay. Add a little more flour if too sticky. Store in Zip-Loc bags.