Description
Create your own vibrant and glittery bouncy balls with this fun and educational DIY project suitable for all ages.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1/2 cup white school glue
- 1/4 cup warm water
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- Sparkly glitter (your choice of color)
- Food coloring (optional)
- Mixing bowl
- Measuring spoons and cups
- Plastic wrap or resealable bag
- Rubber gloves (optional)
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, combine white school glue and warm water. Stir until well mixed.
- Add baking soda and continue stirring until the mixture is smooth.
- Incorporate glitter into the mixture and stir well to ensure even distribution.
- If desired, add a few drops of food coloring and mix until you achieve the desired hue.
- Sprinkle the cornstarch into the mixture and stir vigorously to combine; it will start to thicken.
- Use your hands (wearing gloves if preferred) to knead the mixture until it forms a ball.
- Roll the mixture into a smooth, compact ball shape.
- Allow the ball to dry for about 1-2 hours. Once done, it’s ready to bounce!
Notes
Consider using different types of glitter or experimenting with food coloring for unique creations. Store the bouncy ball in a resealable bag to maintain its shape.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 120 minutes
- Category: Craft
- Method: Crafting
- Cuisine: N/A
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 ball
- Calories: 50
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 20mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 0mg