Play Dough (Not to Eat)

combine these 3 ingredients and boil:

1 cup boiling water

1, 1/2 tbls vegetable oil

4-6 drops food coloring

Combine these 3 items in a bowl:

1, 1/4 cup flour

1/2 cup salt

1/2 tbls Alum or Cream of Tartar

Pour liquid over dry mixture and whisk together. Put wax paper on counter and pour play dough on it. Let cool a little, then knead it until its soft