I can't say I'm a big fan of this recipe. It was way too dry and crumbly. I wish I had read through all of the comments before starting on this project with my almost 5 year old. We ended up pouring more water and oil in which made it too moist. We then added in more flour. I was afraid the whole thing was a waste of ingredients and it would end up in the trash but luckily we were able to get it to the right consistency. My 20 mo old is now playing with it alongside his brother and they are quietly intent on smooshing. And happy.

By Kalinda on January 30, 2013

This playdough was easy to make, but it crumbled and fell apart. As a preschool teacher and mom of a 2yo, I liked that it was "no-bake" but the final product was no good.

By jesse on January 28, 2013

i love this recipe it was great

By isaiah on November 04, 2012

I love this recipes it was so easy to make. I make this with my son..

By Melissa on February 03, 2012

I've made play dough similar to this one before and I've added a little kool aid to give it a sent. Grape is my favorite.

By Jennifer Sturdivant on July 23, 2011

No cream of tartar in the recipe? Thought it was needed for the dough to stay soft. You can also add flavoring (orange, lemon, vanilla ).

By Elise Mitchell on July 23, 2011

wary of no cook recipe--better if made on stovetop

By Anonymous on July 22, 2011

Thanks so much for putting the homemade play dough on your face book page, been trying to find my Mom's old recipe for years. Can't wait for grandkids next visit.

By Carol Wamsley on July 22, 2011

Paula - I've read your books, I love your show. I love what a close, tight-knit relationship you have with your boys. You are my hero! I have found a lot of similarities with your story. I love to cook, I'm addicted to the food network, cooking channel, etc. I've had my own coffee shop where I baked, cooked and always got great feedback. Unfortunately, the brick and mortar business didn't provide any income and I was missing a lot of time with my 7 and 10 yr old kids. After 3 years I had to let it go. I would like any suggestions on starting a personal chef / catering business in my area. The demographic here in Northern Arkansas is not the best........population of 12,000 , lots of retirees, etc. However, I was thinking some of those retirees/elderly might like having someone come into their homes and cook 3 or 4 meals / week for them? What do you think about that niche and how to best go about it with geurilla style marketing? Thanks and Love! Missy

By Missy Babin on July 22, 2011

By Anonymous on November 20, 2010

As a preschool teacher I have tried a lot of play dough recipes and this one is not good. It hurts me to say it because I love Paula's recipes, but this one missed the mark! It was too dry, I added extra water, still didnt help added extra oil and still crumbling apart. I will go back to making my old one.

By Anonymous on April 23, 2010