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16 Fun DIY Play Doughs for Kids

By A Cultivated Nest Team

Homemade Play Dough Recipes.

Are you searching for a fun and entertaining activity on a budget to do with your children? Why not make some homemade play dough? It can be made in a variety of ways and colors and will delight children of all ages. Not only is it a creative and engaging way to spend time together, but it also offers a hands-on learning experience. Here are 16 Fun DIY Play Doughs for Kids for you to try!

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With simple ingredients you probably already have at home, you can whip up batches of vibrant, squishy play dough that will keep little hands busy for hours. Plus, it’s a fantastic opportunity to let their imaginations run wild as they mold and shape their own masterpieces.

16 Fun DIY Play Doughs for Kids

  • Encourages Imagination. Play dough is a brilliant way to allow your child to bring out creativity and inventiveness.
  • Hands On Learning. Teaching the alphabet, counting, sorting, colors, and shapes a few ideas which will allow your child or students to experience learning in an entertaining way.
  • Easy, Inexpensive, and Many Options. Most play dough can be made in a matter of minutes for under a dollar. Who doesn’t love that?  Also, there are so many versions of play dough from edible, glow in the dark, glitter, and crayon just to name few.
  • Fine Motor Development.  Playdough is amazing for helping children build their fine motor muscles. These are the little muscles in the hands and wrists. Having strong fine motor muscles is important for being able to hold a pencil and learning to write properly.

16 Fun DIY Play Doughs for Kids- Unleash your kids' creativity with these fun and easy DIY play dough recipes! From glittery to scented creations, discover the perfect playtime activity that's both educational and entertaining. | #DIYPlayDough #KidsCrafts #CreativePlay #craftsForKids #ACultivatedNest

1. Homemade Pumpkin Pie Playdough & Turkey Building Activity by A Cultivated Nest

2. Edible Easter Play Dough by A Cultivated Nest

3. Best homemade playdough recipe by I Heart Naptime

4. How To Make Crayon Playdough by Little Bins for Little Hands

16 Fun Homemade Play Dough Recipes- Unleash your kids' creativity with these fun and easy DIY play dough recipes! From glittery to scented creations, discover the perfect playtime activity that's both educational and entertaining. | #DIYPlayDough #KidsCrafts #CreativePlay #craftsForKids #ACultivatedNest

5. Jello Play Dough by Create, Craft, Love

6. Homemade Watermelon Playdough by The Resourceful Mom

7. Moon Dough – Homemade Playdough by Craft Bits

8. Soapy Homemade Play Dough by Maura White on Hometalk

16 Fun Homemade Play Dough Recipes- Unleash your kids' creativity with these fun and easy DIY play dough recipes! From glittery to scented creations, discover the perfect playtime activity that's both educational and entertaining. | #DIYPlayDough #KidsCrafts #CreativePlay #craftsForKids #ACultivatedNest

9. Graded Maple Syrup Playdough by Fireflies and Mud Pies

10. Glow in the Dark Playdough (3 Ingredients!) by DIY Candy

11. Kool-Aid Playdough Recipe from Little Bins for Little Hands

12. Glitter Playdough by RedTedArt

16 Fun Homemade Play Dough Recipes- Unleash your kids' creativity with these fun and easy DIY play dough recipes! From glittery to scented creations, discover the perfect playtime activity that's both educational and entertaining. | #DIYPlayDough #KidsCrafts #CreativePlay #craftsForKids #ACultivatedNest

13. Aromatherapy Playdough For Nap Time by Craft Bits

14. Cloud Dough by Meaningful Mama

15. Fairy Dough – 2 Ingredients by Little Bins for Little Hands

16. Peanut Butter Play Dough by Krystal on Hometalk

Do your children love to play with play dough? Which option do you think they will like the best?

16 Fun DIY Play Doughs for Kids- Looking for a fun indoor activity? Try these DIY play doughs that kids will love! Safe, colorful, and easy to make at home, these recipes are perfect for endless hours of creative fun. | #HomemadePlayDough #KidsActivities #DIYProjects #kidsCrafts #ACultivatedNest

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Filed Under: DIY Projects, Easy Crafts, Frugal Kids Activities Tagged With: DIY Play Dough, Edible Play Dough, Fairy Dough, Frugal Living, Glitter Play Dough, Glow Play Dough, Homemade Play Dough

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