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

Mix soda and cornstarch together, blending well. Add the cold water and mix well until mixture is smooth. Boil for 1 minute until it has the consistency of moist mashed potatoes. Stir constantly. Spoon onto a plate. Cover with a damp cloth and allow to cool.

Knead dough and roll out on waxed paper. Cut out designs with a cookie cutter. Let dry until hard, 1 to 2 cays. Paint with Tempra or watercolors. Dry well and coat with clear shellac or clear nail polish. Hangers can be mounted on the back with glue, or pressed into dough before it dries.