How to make slime at home: a fun and easy DIY activity

Get ready for some gooey fun with this easy tutorial on how to make slime🧪. Perfect for sensory play, this activity is fun and easy to make. Use the recipe below. Suitable for children.

This guide will help you achieve the perfect stretchy slime with a smooth, satisfying texture. With a few everyday items, like Bostik Art & Craft school glue and bicarbonate of soda, you can make colourful slime fast. 🖍️

Easy to customise, fun to make, and even more fun to play with.

Before you start, gather all the ingredients needed to make slime at home. This simple recipe uses easy‑to‑find materials and is suitable for supervised child‑friendly DIY activities.

What you will need

250ml Bostik Art & Craft School Glue
Bicarbonate of Soda
Slime activator or contact lens solution
Paint
Glitter Glue
Mixing bowl
Spoon or spatula

Difficulty

Average time

20 MINS

Cost

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Tips for the best slime results

Use Bostik Art & Craft School Glue. As a high-quality school glue, it’s widely considered the best glue for slime
If the slime is too sticky, add a tiny bit more activator
If it’s too stiff, mix in a small amount of glue
Store your slime in an airtight container to keep it fresh

✅ Tip: Always check labels and supervise younger children while mixing ingredients.

Instructions

Step 1: Pour the glue

Pour the white PVA glue into a mixing bowl.

Step 2: Add bicarbonate of soda

Add 1 teaspoon of bicarbonate of soda to the glue and stir well. This helps improve the final slime texture and prepares the mixture for activation.

Step 3: Add colour and sparkle

Mix in a dash of paint or glitter to personalise your DIY slime. Stir until the colour spreads evenly.

Step 4: Activate the slime

Slowly add the slime activator or contact lens solution while stirring. The slime will begin to form immediately.

Step 5: Knead until ready

Use clean hands to knead the slime until it becomes stretchy and no longer sticky.

Slime Safety Tips for Parents

Making slime is safe and fun when done properly. Keep these safety tips in mind:

Always supervise children during slime making
Avoid contact with eyes and mouth
Wash hands after play
Store slime in an airtight container when not in use

How to Store Homemade Slime

To keep your slime fresh and reusable:

Store it in a sealed container
Keep it at room temperature
Discard if it becomes dry, sticky or dirty

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