1/4 cup flour
1 cup water
Small jars or plastic containers
3 tablespoons powdered tempera paint per container
2 tablespoons water per container
1/2 teaspoon liquid starch or liquid detergent per container (optional)
Directions
Measure flour into saucepan.
Slowly add 1 cup water while stirring to make a smooth paste.
Heat, stirring constantly, until paste begins to thicken.
Cool.
Measure 1/4 cup paste into each small container.
Add 3 tablespoons powdered tempera paint and 2 tablespoons water to each container.
For a matte finish, add liquid starch. For a glossy finish, add liquid detergent.
Store covered.