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Materials
For the slime base
- 1 cup White glue (PVA glue)
- 1 tablespoon Baking soda
For coloring and activation
- 1 cup Warm water Used for preparing the activator.
- 1 teaspoon Borax Use caution when handling; adult supervision is recommended.
- as needed Food coloring or liquid watercolors Add to achieve desired color.
Tools Needed
- 1 Bowl for mixing
- 1 Spoon or spatula For mixing the ingredients.
Instructions
Prepare the Slime Base
- In a bowl, mix 1 cup of glue with 1 tablespoon of baking soda. Stir well until fully combined.
Add Color
- Divide the mixture into separate bowls for each color you want to create. Add a few drops of food coloring into each bowl and mix until you achieve a vibrant hue.
Prepare the Activator
- In a separate bowl, mix 1 cup of warm water with 1 teaspoon of borax. Stir until the borax completely dissolves.
Combine Ingredients
- Slowly add the borax solution to each bowl of colored glue while stirring continuously.
- Continue stirring until the mixture pulls away from the sides of the bowl and forms slime.
Knead the Slime
- Once it starts to come together, take the slime out of the bowl and knead it gently with your hands to enhance the texture.
- If the slime is too sticky, add a little more borax solution until the desired consistency is reached.
Store the Slime
- Store your slime in an airtight container to prevent it from drying out.
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Tips & Notes:
For a sparkly effect, consider adding glitter or child-safe fragrance oils. Customize textures by incorporating foam balls. Always supervise children when making slime, especially with borax.