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DIY Silly Putty Recipe

diy silly putty recipe

This DIY Silly Putty Recipe is super fun to make with the kids!  Hours of fun for the kids with just a few ingredients.

Too busy to make this right away?! Pin it for later!  Pin this project to your favorite craft board on Pinterest and it’ll be waiting for you when you’re ready.

silly putty recipe
With summer here I want to fill your momma arsenal with a ton of boredom busters.  Quick crafts and projects for the kids that use common supplies found around the home.  Last week we made Rubber Band Balls and this week we are sharing another oldie but goodie, Silly Putty!
DIY Silly Putty

DIY Silly Putty Recipe:

Silly Putty only requires three ingredients:
 
Elmers White School Glue
Borax Laundry Soap {found in the laundry isle at Walmart}
Water
Food coloring {optional}
 
DIY Silly Putty
Mix together:
 
2 tbsp white glue
2 tbsp water
food coloring {as desired}
 
DIY Silly Putty
Stir until completely combined.
 
DIY Silly Putty
Next mix:
 
1 tsp Borax
1/2 cup warm water
 
stir until Borax is completely dissolved.  Slowly add the Borax water to the glue mixture {about 4-5 tbsps}.  As you add the Borax the mixture will start to change and become more solid.  Drain excess water and form the material into a silly putty ball.  Voila!
DIY Silly Putty

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Our kids absolutely love making Silly Putty and yours are sure to love it too!
DIY Silly Putty


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about heather

Hello, I’m Heather!

I'm an active mom of twin boys who is always looking for opportunities to inspire creativity through fun crafts, do-it-yourself projects and delicious recipes. This blog has been an integral part of supporting my little family and I am so grateful to have you become a part of our journey! Let's create together... Read more...

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