How to make salt dough - part I

Put it into a zip lock bag, it should rest at room temperature for 30 minutes before using.

If you like, take some smaller balls of this dough and color them with food coloring. Sometime I put cinnamon for coloring. If the food coloring makes the dough a little too sticky, just knead in a tiny bit more flour.

If you don't like the food coloring approach, then you can always paint your ornaments after you bake them.

Now that the dough is rested, you are ready to start forming the dough into the shapes you like.

How to make salt dough - part I

Knead the mixture for about 5 minutes until it becomes smooth and elastic.

How to make salt dough - part I

Mix the salt and flour together in a salad bowl, using a wooden spatula. Then add the water, then knead it a bit with your hands.