The two little words that make moms cringe when they hear them: “I’m bored.” Well next time you hear it, we’ve got the best DIY slime recipes to cure boredom instantly. Most only need 3 ingredients and are quick and easy to make. Kids and adults alike will get mesmerized playing with their DIY slime creations.
1. DIY Galaxy Slime
This galaxy DIY slime recipe is the perfect activity to add to your outer space unit or just a fun afternoon activity to do with your kids. (via Twodaloo)
2. Rainbow Explosion Slime
Your kids will be entertained for hours making this fluffy homemade slime recipe that explodes with color! The secret? Rainbow sprinkles! (via MomDot)
3. 3-Ingredient Homemade Cleaning Slime
Slime isn’t just for playing anymore… We’ve finally found a cleaning activity kids will actually enjoy! (via Nifty)
4. Edible Starburst Slime
This Starburst Slime looks so good that kids are bound to want to eat it…well they can! This DIY slime recipe is edible, non-toxic and taste-safe for your kids. (via Teach Beside Me)
5. DIY Slime Kit
What a brilliant idea to be prepared for a rainy day afternoon! You can have your kiddo go grab this handy DIY Slime Kit and they can practice following instructions to make it on their own. (via Happy-Go-Lucky)
6. DIY Pudding Slime with 3 Ingredients
Worried that your kids will put the homemade slime in their mouths? Well, with this recipe they can and it will even taste good! It’s only ingredients are pudding mix, cornstarch and water so you can easily have all the supplies to make it one afternoon when boredom strikes. (via The Soccer Mom Blog)
7. DIY Slime Recipes for Beginners
I love this video tutorial because not only does it show you how to make a fun DIY cotton candy slime recipe, but it also shows you how to troubleshoot common problems you may have when making slime like it’s too sticky and getting stuck to your fingers.
8. Ocean Slime STEM Activity
Learning can be fun with this clever ocean slime STEM activity for your kiddos. (via Schooling a Monkey)
9. DIY Unicorn Slime
The unicorn theme is exploding in popularity these days and everyone wants unicorn recipes, unicorn clothes, unicorn parties, and now unicorn slime! (via The Best Ideas for Kids) Watch how to make it:
10. 3-Ingredient Edible Chocolate Slime
There are some things that kids put in their mouths that I totally don’t get, but this chocolate slime, I actually do! Not to worry though because it’s an edible DIY slime recipe. (via The Soccer Mom Blog)
11. Homemade Butter Slime Recipe
This DIY Slime recipe has a very appealing softer, buttery (hence the name) consistency than a lot of other slime recipes. The secret ingredient? Clay! (via Tatertots and Jello)
12. Crystal Clear Slime
Not only is making slime a great boredom buster, but it is also a perfect science or chemistry activity to inspire your kiddo’s interest in these subjects. Even as an adult, I had never seen anything like this clear slime and was instantly intrigued. (via Little Bins for Little Hands)
13. DIY Minions Slime
These cute jars of minion slime would make adorable party favors! (via A Pumpkin and a Princess)
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Which of these DIY slime recipes are you planning to make?
