Playdough, Care & Ingredients 🌱
How do I care for my playdough?
Your playdough can last 3-6 months if cared for correctly. We recommend using within the first few months of purchasing for ultimate freshness.
Keep your playdough stored in an airtight container out of direct sunlight as sunlight will discolour some colours (especially blues, purples & pinks).
It also recommended to make sure you have clean hands before playing with your dough and afterwards to prevent any bacteria getting into your dough.
If your dough dries out simply add a small amount of water and/or coconut oil (or vegetable oil - we use coconut oil) and rub it into the dough and knead.
Some folks like to store it in the fridge to help it last longer, just be mindful it will harden, but once it's warmed up it will be good to play!
What ingredients are in your playdough?
All of our pre-made playdough colours are made using:
- Wheat Flour, salt, cream of tartar, coconut oil, food grade food colours, or natural Ochre.
Contains gluten.
Aunty's 'damper' Playdough Mix
- Wheat flour, salt, cream of tartar, bush tucker
We use high quality organic bush fruits & spices. They are:
- Australian organically grown milled Lemon Myrtle
- Wattleseed (Roasted and Ground (A.retinodes & A.provincialis)
- Organically grown milled Strawberry Gum
- Freeze-dried Davidson Plum powder
- Freeze-dried Desert Lime powder
- Freeze-dried Muntries powder
How do I store Aunty's Playdough after we make it?
Store your dough in an airtight container in a cool, dark place away from direct sunlight.
Make sure it's free of any moisture.
I highly recommend storing in ziplock bags, I've just always found this to be the easiest and best way for playdough to last longer.
While your new playdough is made from all natural, food grade ingredients, it won't last forever. But there are ways to get the most out of your dough, and if cared for correctly, you can get up to 6 months of play!
What age is recommended for using playdough?
While many children may be ready for playdough around 15-18 months, we recommend it for ages 3+ due to potential small parts. If you're thinking of introducing it to a younger child, adult supervision is key, as little ones tend to explore by putting things in their mouths (and we know babies love to taste everything!). Our playdough is taste-safe, but it’s still best to wait until they’re a bit older for safe, stress-free play.
Is it safe if my child eats the playdough?
Our playdough is made with food-grade ingredients, so while it’s not meant to be eaten, it won’t harm your child if they take a small taste. The most likely reaction will be them spitting it out (bit salty) 😝. We use food-grade colouring and dont use harmful preservatives, but if your child has any sensitivities or allergies, it’s always best to monitor closely. If any reaction occurs, we recommend discontinuing use and consulting your healthcare provider.
Our playdough contains gluten.
What is bush tucker?
Bush tucker refers to native Australian plants, fruits, seeds, and even animals traditionally used by Aboriginal people for food, medicine, and cultural practices. These ingredients are a vital part of connecting to the land and the rich history of First Nations people. In our products. We use bush tucker ingredients in Aunty's 'damper' Playdough Mixes to create a sensory play experience that helps teach children about these important cultural resources.
We use high quality organic bush fruits & spices. They are:
- Australian organically grown milled Lemon Myrtle
- Wattleseed (Roasted and Ground (A.retinodes & A.provincialis)
- Organically grown milled Strawberry Gum
- Freeze-dried Davidson Plum powder
- Freeze-dried Desert Lime powder
- Freeze-dried Muntries powder
Make Times & Shipping Info 📦
How long will my order take to make?
Since all our playdough products are handmade with love, they’ll be ready within 2-3 business days after you place your order. If you order something that's in stock, we’ll send it out the next day!
For orders with multiple items, we'll prepare everything based on the item that takes the longest to make (check product descriptions for details).
Also please note that choosing express shipping won't change the make times of products, it just means you'll get it quicker once we send it off 😊
How long will it take to ship?
We use Australia Post to ship your orders. For Standard Post, delivery usually takes 3-7 business days, depending on your location. If you choose Express Post, your order will typically arrive within 1-3 business days.
Once your order is shipped, we’ll send you tracking information so you can follow your parcel's journey!
Where does my order ship from?
All orders are shipped from Bangerang Country in Shepparton, Victoria. We’re based in regional Victoria, and we’ll send you tracking info as soon as your order is on its way!
Do you offer local delivery?
Yes we do! We offer free local delivery to postcodes 3630, 3631, 3629.
Refunds/Returns 💸
What's your refund/returns/exchange policy?
Since our doughs are handmade to order, we don’t offer returns or exchanges for change of mind. However, if your goods arrive damaged (including non playdough products), we’ll happily offer a refund or exchange. Just send us an email with photos of the damage within 10 days of receiving your order. Once we’ve received your notification and images, we’ll process your refund right away. You should see it in your bank account within 3 business days.