3/4 c. laundry starch (powder)
1 pt. boiling water
3/4 c. Ivory soap flakes
1/4 tsp. talcum powder (optional)
Few drops clove oil

In top of double boiler mix starch and enough cold water to dissolve to a creamy paste. Slowly pour in hot water mixing until transparent looking. Add talc and cool slightly.

Add soap flakes, stirring until dissolved. Add oil of cloves. Color with water base paint or food coloring. Seal in jars.