Marbled Bouncy Balls
A delightful DIY project for creating colorful marbled bouncy balls that engage the senses and promote mindfulness.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 4-6 bouncy balls
- Category: Craft
- Method: DIY Crafting
- Cuisine: N/A
- Diet: N/A
Ingredients
Scale
- 1/2 cup liquid school glue
- 1 tablespoon baking soda
- 1 to 2 tablespoons contact lens solution (with boric acid)
- Food coloring (multiple colors for marbling)
- Small mixing bowl
- Spoon for stirring
- Measuring cups
- A surface protector (like wax paper or parchment)
Instructions
- Measure out 1/2 cup of liquid school glue into your mixing bowl.
- Add 1 tablespoon of baking soda to the glue and stir gently until well combined.
- Add a few drops of food coloring to the mixture, stirring slowly to create a marbled effect.
- Incorporate 1 to 2 tablespoons of contact lens solution to activate the mixture.
- Knead the mixture gently with your hands for about a minute until it turns smooth and pliable.
- Roll the mixture into balls of your desired size.
- Allow the balls to sit for at least 30 minutes to firm up.
Notes
Consider adding glitter for an extra sensory surprise. Store your bouncy balls in a cool, dry place to keep them lasting longer.