5 surprising uses for flour
Flour is a staple baking ingredient that is always in the pantry. It turns our flour can work even harder than it already does by being used to do these unexpected jobs.
1. Make play dough
Play dough will be a favourite with the little kids who come over your house. To make play dough, simply mix 2 cups of flour with 2 cup of warm water, 1 cup of salt and 2 tablespoons of vegetable oil. You can add a few drops of food colouring to make it look more bright and playful. A tablespoon of cream of tartar will improve elasticity. Store the play dough in an airtight container.
2. Clean deck of cards
If your deck of cards is looking a bit battered then a deck of cards can have them looking refreshed. Drop your deck of cards loosely into a paper bag with a quarter cup of flour. The flour will soak up the oils and grimes that have built up over the years from fingers and snacks.
3. Deter ants
Flour will help stop ants from entering your house. Sprinkle a thick line of flour where you see them entering and they won’t cross the barrier.
4. Buff steel
Flour can be used to shine your stainless-steel appliances. Use dry flour and a cloth rag to buff stainless steel sink and appliances. Apply it dry with elbow grease and then rinse off and let your appliances sparkle.
5. Make paper mache
Paper mache is a great craft activity to do with family or friends. To make paper mache paste mix one part of four with one part of water (e.g. 1 cup of water and 1 cup of flour, 1/2 a cup of water and ½ a cup of flour) until you have a thick-glue like consistency. If the paste is too thick you can add a bit more water. Mix well until all the lumps are gone.
What interesting ways do you use flour? Let us know in the comments below.