How to Make Salt Dough Scented Holiday Ornaments

Step-by-Step Instructions

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   Prepare the Dough: In a large mixing bowl, combine 2 cups of all-purpose flour, 1 cup of salt, and 2 tablespoons of your chosen holiday spices (such as cinnamon, nutmeg, or cloves).

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   Form the Dough: Gradually add 3/4 cup of water to the dry ingredients, mixing until a stiff dough forms.

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   Knead the Dough: Transfer the dough to a clean, lightly floured surface and knead for approximately 5-7 minutes until it is smooth and no longer sticky.

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   Roll Out the Dough: Lightly flour your rolling pin and roll out the dough to a thickness of about 1/4 inch.

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   Cut Shapes: Use holiday cookie cutters to cut out various shapes from the rolled-out dough.

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   Transfer to Baking Sheet: Carefully transfer the cut-out shapes to a baking sheet.

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   Create Hanging Holes: Use a straw to poke a hole near the top of each ornament. Ensure the hole is large enough for ribbon to pass through.

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   Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 250°F (120°C).

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   Bake the Ornaments: Place the baking sheet with the ornaments into the preheated oven. Bake for 2-3 hours, or until the ornaments are completely dry and hard.

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    Cool Completely: Remove the ornaments from the oven and let them cool completely on the baking sheet.

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    Decorate (Optional): Once cooled, you can paint the ornaments with acrylic paints if desired. Allow any paint to dry thoroughly.

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    Add Hangers: Thread a ribbon through the hole in each ornament to create a hanger.

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