Description
A fun and educational craft project to create a neon glow-in-the-dark jumping ball, perfect for kids and adults.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1/2 cup of warm water
- 1/2 cup of white school glue
- 1 tablespoon of borax
- 1 tablespoon of glow-in-the-dark paint or powder
- Food coloring (optional)
- Mixing bowl
- Measuring cups
- Spoon or stir stick
- Airtight container for storage
Instructions
- Prepare the Borax Solution: Mix 1 tablespoon of borax into 1/2 cup of warm water until dissolved.
- Mix the Glue: Combine 1/2 cup of white school glue with 1/2 cup of warm water and add the glow-in-the-dark paint or powder.
- Combine the Mixtures: Gradually pour the borax solution into the glue mixture while stirring continuously.
- Knead the Ball: Once a dough-like consistency forms, knead in your hands for about 5 minutes.
- Let it Set: Allow the bouncy ball to rest for a few hours or overnight to harden.
Notes
Store the ball in an airtight container to maintain its bounciness. Experiment with colors and sizes for customization.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Craft
- Method: DIY Crafting
- Cuisine: N/A
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 ball
- Calories: 0
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 0mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 0g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 0mg