Slime is one of the most popular DIY experiments for kids and adults alike. 🧪✨ It’s squishy, stretchy, and oddly satisfying to play with. Best of all, you don’t need borax to make it — you can create safe slime with simple items found at home.
What You’ll Need
- 1 cup white school glue
- ½ cup water
- Food coloring (optional)
- ½ cup liquid starch (or laundry starch)
- Mixing bowl & spoon
Step-by-Step Instructions
1. Mix Glue and Water
In a bowl, pour the glue and add water. Stir well until it’s smooth.
2. Add Color
Put in a few drops of food coloring and mix. Choose any color you like!
3. Add the Starch
Slowly pour in the liquid starch while stirring. Instantly, the mixture will begin turning into slime.
4. Knead the Slime
Take it out of the bowl and knead it with your hands until it becomes stretchy and less sticky.
Why Does It Work?
- Glue contains polyvinyl acetate, a polymer.
- When mixed with starch, the molecules link together and form a stretchy, gooey material we call slime.
Fun Variations
- Add glitter for sparkling slime ✨
- Mix in shaving cream for fluffy slime ☁️
- Try glow-in-the-dark paint for glowing slime 🌟
Safety Note ⚠️
Always wash hands after playing with slime. Store in an airtight container to keep it fresh.
Conclusion
Homemade slime is more than just fun — it’s a cool way to learn about polymers and chemistry. Whether you want a creative activity for kids or a stress-relieving toy for yourself, slime is the perfect DIY project.
Try it today and enjoy the oddly satisfying world of slime!
