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Slime has become very popular with kids and adults of all ages and is super easy to make. Sometimes slime is referred to as flubber, goo, and gak.
There are countless variations of slime. From basic slime to magnetic slime, from edible slime to cleaning slime, each recipe is unique and requires different ingredients. Keep reading to answer all of your questions about slime and share some of our favorite slime recipes. We have over 20 different slime recipes below!
But, today, I would like to show you a simple, no-fail slime recipe. This recipe is very versatile and will show you how to make slime. To make the slime more interesting, you can add glitter, sequins, pony beads, essential oils, and other fun mix-ins.
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Watch the video below or keep reading this post for a photo tutorial with step-by-step instructions on how to make slime. In addition to learning how to make slime, this article answers many slime questions: What is slime? What can you do with slime? What are some other types of slime? How do you store slime?
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What is Slime?
Slime is a gooey-like, pliable substance that can be kneaded, poked and stretched. Ordinary household items can be mixed together to create slime which is a polymer substance that acts like both a liquid and a solid. It is called a non-Newtonian fluid. To learn more about the science of slime visit this page THE SCIENCE OF SLIME AND THE BEST HOMEMADE RECIPES on the Team Cartwright site.![Slime Science - Team Cartwright]()
Making slime is a fun learning and playing activity for kids and it can also be a therapeutic tool to reduce stress and anxiety. It can be helpful for kids with ADHD or SPD. ![Simple No-Fail Slime Recipe - Mixed in Bowl]()
HOW TO MAKE SLIME: BASIC NO-FAIL SLIME RECIPE
WHAT YOU WILL NEED:
- Slime Glue
- Water
- Baking Soda
- Food Coloring (optional)
- Contact Lens Solution that contains boric acid and sodium borate
- Bowl
- Measuring Cup
- Measuring Spoons
- Mixing Spoon
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HOW TO MAKE SLIME: RECIPE INGREDIENTS
- 1/2 Cup Clear or Colored Slime Glue
- 1 Tablespoon Water
- 1/2 Teaspoon Baking Soda
- Food Coloring - A few drops (optional)
- 1 to 2 Tablespoons Contact Lens Solutions
STEP 1: MIX GLUE, WATER & BAKING SODA
In a bowl combine 1/2 cup slime glue, 1 tablespoon water, and 1/2 teaspoon baking soda. Mix well to combine together.![Simple No-Fail Slime Recipe - Mix Glue, Water, Baking Soda]()
STEP 2: ADD COLORING
If you want to color the slime, add a few drops of food color. Again mix thoroughly.![Simple No-Fail Slime Recipe - Add Coloring]()
STEP 3: ADD ACTIVATOR
To the mixture in the bowl, add 1 tablespoon of contact lens solutions. With a spoon, mix and watch as it forms slime. Continue mixing until the slime pulls away from the sides of the bowl.![Simple No-Fail Slime Recipe - Add Activator]()
If you touch the slime and it feels too sticky add a few more drops of contact lens solution. Continue until it is the desired consistency.![Simple No-Fail Slime Recipe - Stir until combined]()
Remove from bowl and start kneading and playing with the slime. If you find it is sticking to your hands, put a little contact lens solution on your hands.![Simple No-Fail Slime Recipe - Kneading]()
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What can you do with slime?
Kids just enjoy playing with it. This activity helps kids build fine motor skills, hand-eye coordination, hand muscles and is a soothing activity for kids of all ages.
Daily lives are filled with pressure from school, work, and family which can cause stress and anxiety. Slime can be used as a stress toy. The squeezing and stretching of slime have a calming effect to help relieve this stress and anxiety.
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- Press beads, buttons or dried beans in the slime and remove with a tweezer or hands
- Flatten the slime with hands on a hard surface and use cookie cutters or plastic letter magnets to cut out shapes
- Use Lego blocks to create interesting patterns
- Squeeze and stretch slime to release stress and anxiety
- Place a thin layer of slime around a pencil or object and let kids pull the slime from it
- Create the slime into shapes like a snake, letters, circles, squares, etc.
- Hide small items within the slime and have the child find them
- Bounce the slime
- Allow kids to cut slime with a kid-friendly scissor
- Poke holes in the slime
- Blow bubbles into the slime with a straw
What are the different types of slime?
There are so many different slime recipes to make with kids.
Basic Slime
Fluffy Slime by The Best ideas For Kids
Borax Free Slime (Caterpillar Slime) by Finding Zest![Borax Free Slime]()
Stretchy Slime by Saving You Dinero![Stretchy Slime Recipe]()
Butter Slime by Artful Parent
Cleaning Slime by Budget101.com
Mess Free Slime by Thrifty Nifty Mommy![Mess Free Slime Recipe]()
Bubble Wrap Slime by Wild Adventure Girls
Edible Slime by WikiHow
Crunchy Slime by Childhood101
Sand Slime by Little Bins for Little Hands
Sparkly Mermaid Slime (Borax-free Slime) by Crayons and Cravings![Mermaid Slime]()
Beating Heart Slime (Liquid Starch Slime) by Finding Zest![Beating Heart Slime]()
Glow-in-the-dark Slime by Elmer's
Halloween Slime with Glitter by Dad Life Lessons![Halloween Slime with Glitter]()
Edible Jelly Bean Slime by Team Cartwright![Jelly Bean Slime by Team Cartwright]()
Hulk Slime by ConservaMom![Hulk Slime]()
Magnetic Slime by ThoughtCo.
Galaxy Slime by Crayons and Cravings![Galaxy Slime]()
Elf Snot Slime by Down Redbud Drive![Elf Snot Slime]()
Slime Stress Balls by Courtney's Sweets![Slime Stress Balls]()
Elephant and Piggie Slime (Liquid Starch Slime) by Finding Zest![Elephant and Piggie Slime Jars]()
Jack-o-Lantern Slime Pumpkin Jar![Jack-o-Lantern Slime Pumpkin Jar]()
What can I add to a slime recipe?
Some fun slime add-ins are glitter, confetti, beads, googly eyes, sequins, little LEGO pieces, small toys, pom pom balls, fragrance oils or extracts, polystyrene beads, fake snow, poly-pellets, and buttons. There are endless possibilities.
How to store slime
Slime will last longer if you store it in an air-tight plastic container or a plastic bag.![Simple No-Fail Slime Recipe - Storage Options]()
Do you want to connect with your kids? Making slime with your kids is an easy project you can do together. So have some fun making slime!
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