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Add baking soda, cornstarch, and water to a saucepan.
Stir over medium heat until the mixture thickens into a smooth, soft dough — like mashed potatoes.
Once it clumps together, remove from heat immediately.
Transfer the dough to a bowl or onto parchment paper.
Cover with a damp cloth and let cool for 10–15 minutes.
Once cool enough to handle, knead the dough until smooth.
Roll dough out on parchment to ¼ inch thick.
Use cookie cutters to make shapes:
Gingerbread men
Use a straw or skewer to poke a hole at the top of each ornament for hanging.
Press lightly with:
An evergreen sprig
Textured fabric
To give that rustic, handmade look.
Place ornaments on parchment on a baking sheet.
Air-dry for 24–48 hours, flipping halfway to keep them flat.
If edges feel rough, sand lightly once dry.
Leave them natural for a rustic, matte white look,
OR paint lightly with white acrylic for a brighter finish.
Thread twine or ribbon through the hole.
Hang on your tree, gift them, or use them as package toppers.