Description
Create your own colorful and textured kinetic sand at home with this easy DIY recipe. Perfect for sensory play and relaxation.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup fine sand (play sand works well)
- 1/2 cup cornstarch
- 1/4 cup water
- 1/2 teaspoon vegetable oil
- Optional: food coloring or washable paint
- Mixing bowl
- Storage container
Instructions
- Prepare Your Workspace: Set up a clean, flat surface and lay down newspaper or a plastic mat for easier cleanup.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a mixing bowl, combine 1 cup of fine sand with 1/2 cup of cornstarch. Stir well.
- Combine Wet Ingredients: In a separate bowl, mix 1/4 cup of water with 1/2 teaspoon of vegetable oil. Add food coloring if desired.
- Combine Ingredients: Slowly pour the wet mixture into the dry mixture, stirring continuously.
- Knead the Mixture: Knead with your hands until smooth. Adjust texture as needed.
- Store Properly: Transfer kinetic sand to a storage container with a lid.
Notes
For a glittery effect, mix in glitter during Step 4. Experiment with different colors and scents for a unique experience.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Craft
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: N/A
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 batch
- Calories: 100
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 5mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 0mg