5 surprising uses for flour
<p>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.</p>
<p><strong>1. Make play dough</strong></p>
<p>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. </p>
<p><strong>2. Clean deck of cards</strong></p>
<p>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.</p>
<p><strong>3. Deter ants</strong></p>
<p>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.</p>
<p><strong>4. Buff steel</strong></p>
<p>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.</p>
<p><strong>5. Make paper mache</strong></p>
<p>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.</p>
<p>What interesting ways do you use flour? Let us know in the comments below.</p>
