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Make your own kinetic sand - DIY recipe for creative play

Make your own magic sand

Making your own magic sand, or "kinetic sand", is much easier than you might think. Flour and oil are the only two ingredients you need to enchant your kids with this DIY sand alternative.

in this blog article, we explain what magic sand is and how you and your kids can make your own kinetic sand in just a few minutes. 🏖️✨

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What is "kinetic sand"?

Magic sand, moon sand or kinetic sand is a mouldable modelling clay made from flour and oil. The sand is light and airy, yet can be moulded wonderfully.

The biggest advantage of magic sand is that it doesn't stick, making it the perfect way to play with sand indoors. It is therefore also suitable as a sensory play material for sensory tables or the mud kitchen. This makes it a great alternative to the sandpit, especially on rainy or cold winter days.

Making magic sand

You can make your own magic sand in a flash - almost as if by magic.

The flour and oil are mixed in a ratio of 8:1. In our recipe, we have used 8 cups of flour and 1 cup of oil. If you want to make more or less magic sand, simply note the ratio and adjust the amount accordingly. If you want to make even more magical sand in different colours, you can simply add a little food colouring to the magic sand.

Magic sand recipe:

You need the following ingredients for the DIY magic sand:

8 cups of flour
1 cup of oil
a large bowl for coloured sand
Food colouring

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Step by step to magic sand

Step 1 - Mix the ingredients

Mix the flour and oil in a ratio of 8:1.

For example, 8 cups of flour and 1 cup of oil. Mix vigorously and knead. If the consistency is not quite right, simply add a little flour or oil.

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Step 2 - Add colour

If you want coloured sand, add a little food colouring to the mixture.

A little tip for even more magic: mix in some glitter.

Step 3 - Start the fun

That's all the magic.

The colourful magic sand is ready and the fun can begin!

Magic sand for the mud kitchen

As the kinetic sand is non-sticky, it doesn't make as much of a mess as real sand. This makes the magic sand perfect for the home.

All that's missing is a small sandpit for indoors. You can easily build one from the IKEA KNAGGLIG* boxes, IKEA TROFAST* boxes and customised decal to fit it. And it only takes 5 minutes!

Of course, the homemade mud kitchen can also be used outside on the balcony or in the garden - whether with the magic sand or with real sand. The decision is entirely up to you!

To the mud kitchen

Accessories for the mud kitchen

Would you like to build a mud kitchen with your kids?
You'll find the right accessories here!

BAUPLATS

Adhesive foils for IKEA TROFAST lids

€24.95

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ERDIG & FEURIG

Adhesive foils for IKEA TROFAST lids

€24.95

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ERDIG & FEURIG

Adhesive foils for IKEA TROFAST lids

€24.95

Mud kitchen build

FAQs about magic sand

From what age is magic sand suitable?

Homemade magic sand is generally suitable for children from around 2 years of age. At this age, children discover their world primarily through their sense of touch, and magic sand invites them to knead, press and mould.

Is magic sand toxic?

If you make your own magic sand using our recipe, there are no harmful ingredients in it. Our DIY recipe is based purely on food. This makes the sand ideal for small children, who like to put lots of things in their mouths when exploring.

How long does homemade magic sand last?

If stored correctly, DIY magic sand remains mouldable and ready for use for several weeks. It is important that you pack it in an airtight container - for example, in a tightly sealed box or screw-top jar. This will protect the sand from drying out and you can use it again and again.

How can you make magic sand soft again?

If the magic sand becomes a little crumbly or dry after a while, you can easily freshen it up. Simply add a few drops of cooking oil and knead the mixture thoroughly. The sand will become smooth again and ready for new play ideas.

Fun with the cloud modelling clay

Fancy even more creative fun with DIYs? Then be sure to check out our recipe for fluffy cloud modelling clay! The soft modelling clay can be made in a flash and is perfect for shaping, kneading and imaginative play - whether as an ice cream parlour, magic cloud or simply as a sensory material for small children's hands. Here you can find out step by step how to make your own cloud modelling clay - with just a few household ingredients!

To the cloud modelling clay

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