Ingredients
Scale
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½ cup warm water
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1 tablespoon borax powder
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1–2 tablespoons clear or glitter glue
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Optional: food coloring, glitter, essential oils, cornstarch, glow-in-the-dark glue
Instructions
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In a bowl, mix ½ cup warm water with 1 tablespoon borax powder until fully dissolved.
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In a separate bowl, pour 1–2 tablespoons glue. Add optional color/glitter.
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Pour the glue mixture into the borax solution. Let sit for 10 seconds.
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Remove and knead into a ball. If sticky, dip back into the solution.
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Let the ball dry for a few hours until firm and bouncy.
Notes
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Store the ball in an airtight bag to prevent drying.
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Add scents or glow glue for sensory and visual fun.
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Borax-free alternatives using cornstarch are available for younger kids.