Description
These Super Bouncy Balls are a fun and easy DIY project that both kids and adults can enjoy. With just a few simple ingredients, you can create bouncy balls that are perfect for play and imagination. Get ready to make your own bouncy wonders!
Ingredients
Scale
- ½ cup white school glue
- 1 tablespoon borax powder
- 1 tablespoon water
- ¼ teaspoon food coloring (optional)
- ¼ cup cornstarch
Instructions
- Prepare the Borax Solution: In a small bowl, mix 1 tablespoon of borax powder with ¼ cup warm water. Stir until the borax completely dissolves.
- Mix Glue and Cornstarch: In a separate bowl, combine the white school glue, cornstarch, and 1 tablespoon of water. Stir until smooth and well combined.
- Add Color (Optional): If you’d like your bouncy ball to have color, add a few drops of food coloring to the glue mixture and stir well.
- Combine the Mixtures: Gradually add the borax solution to the glue mixture while stirring continuously. The mixture will begin to form a ball-like texture. Keep stirring until it firms up and becomes solid.
- Knead the Ball: Once the mixture starts to take shape, remove it from the bowl and knead it with your hands for about 2-3 minutes. If the mixture feels too sticky, sprinkle a little more cornstarch and knead until smooth.
- Shape the Ball: Roll the mixture into a smooth, round ball, ensuring it’s evenly shaped.
- Let It Dry: Allow the bouncy ball to dry for a few hours, and then it will be ready to bounce!
Notes
- This recipe makes one bouncy ball, but you can easily double or triple it for more fun.
- Be sure to knead the mixture well for the best bouncy results.
- Store the ball in an airtight container to keep it from drying out too quickly.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Craft
- Method: DIY
- 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