You know what’s awesome about homemade play dough?

It’s seriously long-lasting, which is a lifesaver when the kids get wrapped up in their creations and forget to put it away (which happens all the time, right?).

The secret is in how you store it. Homemade play dough, if kept in an airtight container or sealed bag when not in use, stays soft and pliable. Unlike store-bought play dough that can dry out pretty quickly, homemade stuff holds its texture really well.

I’ve noticed that when the kids spend hours making these intricate cities or weird and wonderful creatures, they want to keep them intact as long as possible. So having play dough that doesn’t dry out means their creations can stay around for days without turning into crusty bits.

Plus, when they come back to their creations, it’s still soft and ready to mould into whatever new adventures they dream up next - no more disappointment over dried-out dough ruining their playtime. If it does start to dry out a bit, you can actually revive it! Just add a tiny bit of water and knead it back to life.

Honestly, homemade play dough has been a game-changer for us. Definitely worth trying if you haven’t already!