F is for Fingerpainting

We make Playdough all the time at home, but had no idea you could make fingerpaint too - damn this is a mess in our house. Even the 'washable' paint that I've bought has somehow stained the hardwood floors. Found this courtesy of Martha Stewart. Good old Martha. I get the feeling she's not so keen on messy kids though...

Homemade finger paints are nontoxic, washable, and always available. Stir 4 tablespoons of sugar and 1/2 cup cornstarch together; add 2 cups of cold water, and heat over medium heat until the mixture is thick (the mixture will further thicken as it cools). Divide into four or more containers, and add food coloring as desired.

- LT