How to make slime: fun recipes for children's delight

Learning how to make slime is guaranteed fun, especially if it's together with the kids. Known by curious names like geleca and nova amoeba, slime means "sticky" and is nothing more than modeling clay. The fun item can be found ready-made, but preparing it at home is what makes the game conquer the little ones.children and have great moments of family togetherness.

How to make slime simply and inexpensively

With just 2 basic ingredients: white glue and liquid soap, you can create a basic slime paste for the kids to enjoy.

1. Put glue in the container, the amount depends on how big you want your slime;
2. Add glitter, paint, and any other decorations you like;
3. Stir with the popsicle stick while adding the liquid soap;
4. Gradually balance the recipe, sometimes more soap, sometimes more glue, until the desired consistency is reached;

Other ways to make slime: 10 handy tutorials to try anytime

Besides the basic step-by-step, there are other simple, practical, and fun ways for you to try out! Check out the tutorials and have fun:

How to make fluffy slime

1. Dilute one tablespoon of sodium borate in one cup of hot water;
2. Stir until dissolved and set aside;
3. In a large bowl, put one cup of white glue;
4. Add half a cup of cold water and 3 to 4 cups of shaving foam;
5. Stir a little and add 2 tablespoons of contact lens solution;
6. Mix well and gradually add 2 to 3 tablespoons of the diluted sodium borate;
7. Stir until it is the desired consistency.

Follow the preparation on video, starting at 1:13 of the recording.

This technique is very simple, but should be done by adults or under adult supervision, and you can color it with gouache paint or food coloring.

How to make slime with toothpaste

1. Put in a tube of toothpaste;
2. Add coloring in the color of your choice;
3. Mix the ingredients together;
4. Microwave for 30 seconds and mix;
5. Repeat the above step until the dough does not stick to the pot;
6. Add a drop of glycerin for consistency;
7. Stir until it reaches the slime point.

To understand how it works in practice, check out the step-by-step instructions in this video. It's another option for entertaining your children!

This option looks a little more like modeling clay, but because it contains few ingredients, it is much more practical and can be made with ingredients you already have at home.

How to make homemade slime

1. Add a medium amount of glue (ready-made or homemade) to a container;
2. Optional: add the colorant of the desired color and stir;
3. Add 1 to 2 tablespoons of baking powder;
4. If it doesn't come to the point, add a little boric water.

This DIY has a more consistent texture, but it has the "click" effect that children love. In the video below, besides the tutorial, you also find a tip for making homemade glue with just water and flour.

The recipe here is very simple and takes only four ingredients, and making glue at home will also be a lot of fun for the kids. Be sure to try it out!

How to make metallic slime

1. In a container, add the desired amount of transparent glue;
2. Add a little water and stir slowly;
3. Add gold or silver paint;
4. I distributed glitter according to the chosen color;
5. Add the activator to give it the slime point;
6. Keep stirring and add a little more activator if needed.

The activator can be bought or made with 150 ml of boric water and a teaspoon of baking soda.

In addition to the slime preparation itself, children will be delighted with the game to find out who made the best homemade slime.

How to make slime with detergent

1. Choose a clear detergent to make the clear slime;
2. Turn the bottle over, with the lid closed, and wait for all the bubbles to rise;
3. Put half of the contents into a container;
4. Add a tube of clear glue;
5. Add a drop of the colorant of your choice;
6. Optional: stir and add glitter;
7. Mix a teaspoon of baking soda and 150 ml of boric water;
8. Add the activator little by little;
9. Store in a jar with a lid and let it rest for a few hours.

To have no doubts when it's time to do it, follow the tutorial with the steps in practice.

The slime in the video is distinguished by its transparent coloring, which makes the glitter look even more beautiful. Learn how to make it now!

How to make slime clear without activator

1. Add the transparent glue;
2. Add a little water and stir a lot;
3. Add a few pinches of baking soda;
4. Add the boric water to activate and mix;
5. Let the slime rest for three days in a closed container.

This video shows some tests with slime that you can also try at home. Follow the detailed tutorial starting at minute 7:31.

The main tip is to put in a little baking soda to avoid the risk of the slime hardening. See in detail.

How to make crunchy slime

1. In a bowl, start by placing a glass of white glue;
2. Add a little softener to get fluffy effect;
3. Add the gouache paint or dye of the desired color;
4. Gradually add boric water and stir quickly;
5. When the slime is unglued, add Styrofoam balls.

Follow the step-by-step instructions and learn how to make a crunchy slime at home.

This recipe is also called crunchy slime and its distinguishing feature is that it has a more consistent texture.

How to make easy slime with 2 ingredients

1. Set aside something to stir the recipe with;
2. Add a medium amount of white glue in a container;
3. Add softener little by little and mix;
4. Stir until the slime no longer sticks to the pot;
5. Optional: add coloring and stir;
6. Let it rest for 10 minutes.

The tutorial in this video shows how to make this recipe with just white glue and fabric softener.

You can also try the second way of preparation, with air freshener and glue. But to get the slime texture, you will need to add the homemade activator of boric water and baking soda. Learn how!

How to make slime without glue

1. Combine hair moisturizer and colorant in a container;
2. Add a tablespoon of cooking oil;
3. Mix the slime;
4. Add 5 tablespoons of cornstarch and stir;
5. If necessary, add more cornstarch and knead the slime.

The recipe is well explained in the following video, so check out how to prepare it.

The recording also includes 2 more recipes for making slime without glue. The third one has a perfect point, so this one is worth trying at home today.

How to make edible slime

1. Place marshmallows in a container and microwave until melted;
2. Mix together and add drops of the colorant of your choice;
3. Stir well to incorporate the color;
4. Add cornstarch and knead the dough with your hands until it comes together;
5. If desired, add colored confetti.

This option is great for younger children, since it does not present risks when ingested:

This is a simple, sweet and fun option to make with the kids!

Where to buy slime

If you are looking for practicality, there is nothing better than buying this item ready-made or getting a complete and practical kit to prepare it, see options!

Acrilex Kimeleca Slime Making Kit

• Complete kit to make slime at home
• Already comes with base, activator, glue and accessories

Complete Slime Making Kit

• Complete kit with several colored glues, activator and accessories

Super Star Slime Kit

• Complete kit with all ingredients
• Guaranteed fun

How to care for your slime

One of the most important precautions is to respect your children's age group. Store-bought slimes can be handled by children as young as 3. To make the recipes, the ideal is that your child is at least 5 years old and an adult is monitoring. See tips:

• Store in a container with a lid;
• Do not leave the slime on fabrics to avoid stains;
• If it becomes dry, just add a little water;
• An alternative for storage is to wrap the slime with plastic film;
• If the mixture becomes porous, it is time to discard it.

Also, the handling of certain ingredients, such as glue, borax, and shaving cream, which are widely used to make slime, require attention and adult supervision to avoid undue exposure of children to these substances.

With these tutorials and tips it will be much easier to create a new game with the kids. How about separating the ingredients and practicing this weekend? Also, check out another fun option to do with the little ones: the paper squish.