Almost anyone, regardless of age, can have fun with slime, especially if it can glow in the dark. Making your own slime will certainly feel more fun. There are several ways to make slime and you can experiment with different ingredients and amounts to produce different textures, colors, and consistencies.
Ingredients
Slime from Borax/Liquid Starch
- 1 cup hot water
- 110 grams of non-toxic liquid clear glue
- 3 tbsp. craft paint that glows in the dark
- 1/3 cup hot water in a separate small bowl
- 2 tsp. Borax or liquid starch
Slime from Corn Starch
- 2 cups cornstarch flour (corn starch flour, for example Maizena brand)
- 1 cup warm water
- 2-3 tbsp. craft paint that glows in the dark
Slime from British Salt
- 1 cup English salt
- 1 cup warm water
- 1 cup liquid glue
- 2-3 tbsp. paint for crafts that glows in the dark
Step
Method 1 of 3: Making Slime with Borax or Liquid Starch
Step 1. Pour hot water into a medium sized bowl
The water doesn't need to boil, but is hot enough to the touch.
Step 2. Add clear glue
You can also use white glue, but the color of the slime won't be as bright.
Choose a non-toxic glue, especially if this slime will be made and played by children
Step 3. Add paint that glows in the dark and mix well
You can buy paint like this at a craft store or at a craft department store.
- You can also use Highlighter ink as an alternative to paint. Open the bottom of the highlighter and drop the ink filament into a bowl of hot water and borax. Put on gloves and squeeze the filament to remove the ink.
- You need to know, Highlighter ink will only glow in black light (ultraviolet or infrared radiation).
Step 4. Add the borax (available in the laundry items section of most convenience stores) to a separate bowl of hot water
Mix well.
As an alternative to borax and water, just add 1/2 cup liquid starch (which is also available in the laundry section of most convenience stores)
Step 5. Stir the borax solution
Add the borax solution little by little into the paint solution, 2 tbsp. in one time. Keep stirring until the consistency is to your liking.
Step 6. Store in a sealed bag or in an airtight container
Slime will dry out if not stored properly.
However, leaving the slime in an open container overnight will make it a more chewy consistency. That is if you want
Step 7. Done
Have fun with slime that glows in the dark!
Method 2 of 3: Making Slime with Corn Starch
Step 1. Pour the cornstarch flour into a medium-sized bowl
Use less flour to make the slime thinner.
Because you're using cornstarch instead of borax or liquid starch, this type of slime is a safer alternative for young children
Step 2. Add water to the bowl of cornstarch
Stir with a spoon or hand until smooth.
Step 3. Add craft paint
Keep stirring until the consistency is just right. You can find craft paints that glow in the dark at craft stores and in the crafts section of most department stores.
- As an alternative to craft paint that glows in the dark, you can use Highlighter ink to color the slime. Open the bottom of the highlighter and scoop the ink filaments inside into a bowl of water and cornstarch. Put on gloves and squeeze the filament to remove the ink.
- You need to know, Highlighter ink will only glow in black light (ultraviolet or infrared radiation).
- You can also add a little food coloring to change the color of the slime. However, food coloring will reduce the shine of the slime.
Step 4. Done
Have fun with slime that glows in the dark!
Method 3 of 3: Making Slime with British Salt
Step 1. Combine water and English salt in a medium bowl
Stir until all the salt is dissolved.
Step 2. Add liquid glue and mix well
Clear glue will produce a lighter color of slime than white glue.
Choose a non-toxic glue, especially if this slime will be made and played by children
Step 3. Add craft paint
Keep stirring until the consistency is just right.
- As an alternative to craft paint, you can use Highlighter ink. Open the bottom of the highlighter and scoop the ink filament into the bowl of the slime solution. Put on gloves and squeeze the filament to remove the ink.
- You need to know, Highlighter ink will only glow in black light (ultraviolet or infrared radiation).
Step 4. Done
Have fun with slime that glows in the dark!
Tips
- If the shine fades, just let the slime sit in a bright room for 15 minutes or more.
- For a more intense color of slime, add a few drops of food coloring. However, food coloring will reduce the shine of the slime.
- Slime will generally last for about two weeks. After that, the slime will start to smell or change in consistency.
- To dispose of it, put the slime in a sealed plastic bag and throw it away.
- You can turn the process of making slime into a science experiment to teach your kids about different chemical reactions. To find out more about this, go to this or this.
- Use slime for creative sparkling art projects. There are lots of fun ideas on the internet for inspiration. Head to this for a list of ideas and Buzzfeed.
- Slime can also make a cool party set for a kid's party or a fun Halloween gift.
Warning
- Keep slime away from furniture or carpets.
- Borax is a soap product that can be toxic. So use it with care when you make slime with kids.
