Description
Create your own calming worry stones with this simple and fun DIY recipe. Using basic ingredients like flour, salt, and water, you can craft personalized worry stones, adding vibrant gel food coloring and optional sparkly glitter for a decorative touch. These handmade calming gems air-dry to a firm, smooth finish perfect for soothing stress and anxiety.
Ingredients
Scale
Basic Dough Ingredients
- 2 parts all-purpose flour
- 2 parts salt
- 1 part warm water
Coloring and Decoration
- Gel food coloring (your choice, a few drops)
- Sparkly glitter (fine or chunky, optional)
Instructions
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a mixing bowl, combine the all-purpose flour and salt thoroughly until they are perfectly blended, forming the base of your dough.
- Add Water: Gradually pour in the warm water, mixing continuously. Aim for a dough consistency that is neither too dry nor too sticky. Adjust by adding more water or flour as needed.
- Add Color: Choose your favorite gel food coloring and add a few drops to the dough. Knead the dough until the color is vibrant and uniformly distributed.
- Add Glitter (Optional): If desired, sprinkle glitter into the dough and knead to evenly incorporate it, adding a sparkling effect to your worry stones.
- Shape Stones: Divide the dough into small pieces and shape each into an oval or pebble shape. Press your thumb gently in the center to create the characteristic indent of a worry stone.
- Air Dry: Place the shaped stones on a tray lined with parchment paper. Allow them to air-dry undisturbed for 24 to 48 hours until they become firm and completely dry.
Notes
- Adjust dough consistency by adding small amounts of water or flour to avoid stickiness or dryness.
- Gel food coloring provides vibrant hues without affecting dough texture significantly.
- Allowing sufficient drying time is essential for stones to harden properly.
- Store finished worry stones in a dry place to maintain their firmness.
- Children should be supervised while crafting, especially when handling small pieces and glitter.
