DIY Fourth of July Fluffy Slime: A Fun & Festive Craft for Kids!
- Gina
- Jun 4
- 3 min read
Updated: Jun 26
In this BLOG post I will teach you how to make fun and festive fluffy slime.
Looking for a patriotic and playful activity to celebrate the Fourth of July? This Red, White, and Blue Fluffy Slime is the perfect DIY craft for kids (and adults!) to enjoy.
It’s soft, squishy, super stretchy and adds a spark of fun to your holiday festivities without the fireworks.
Why You'll Love It:
Kid-friendly and easy to make
No borax needed
Perfect sensory play
Great for party favors or decorations
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Benefits of Exploring Fluffy Slime
Strengthen fine motor skills.
Increase opportunities for language & vocabulary.
Practice self-regulation skills.
Work on cause and effect.
Allow opportunities to problem solve.
Exposure to temperature and science topics.
Purposeful ways to practice socials skills (waiting, using manners, taking turns, sharing).
Bilateral Coordination (using both sides of the body).
Materials:
1/2 cup of white Elmers liquid glue
1/2 teaspoon of baking soda
1 tablespoon of contact lense solution
3 cups shaving cream
Glitter (optional)
Red and blue Food coloring
Mixing bowl
Mixing cup/spoon
Sensory tray or bowl
The type of contact lenses solution matters! This serves as your activator and what turns your slime into the stretchy, smooth texture that it is! Be sure to look at the ingredients; it needs to contain boric acid!
Step 1: Pour the glue into the bowl.
Step 2: Add the baking soda, food coloring and glitter (if using) and mix well.
Step 3: Add the shaving cream. Slowly add the contact lenses solution and stir. As you continue to stir, you will see the slime begin to take shape. Once it is formed into a ball, pulling away from the sides of the bowl, it is ready!
Step 4: Grab the slime and knead it well. This will assure that all of the materials are incorporated well.
Step 5: Drop it on your sensory tray or bowl and PLAY!!!
This is for one batch of fluffy slime. Repeat the steps for the white and blue batch.
Put It All Together!
Layer the red, white, and blue fluffy slime in a swirl or stripe pattern. Twist it together for a stunning, festive look! Add glitter or star confetti for extra sparkle.
You can add in your favorite play dough tools, cookie cutters and/or trinkets. OR just play as is, the more you stretch and squish and squeeze the slime, the stronger your fingers get!
Storage and Shelf Life:
Keep slime in a Ziploc bag or airtight container for up to a week.
IMPORTANT:
This is NOT a taste-safe recipe. If you have children who are still exploring with their mouths, I suggest saving this recipe for later.
Check out our Taste-Safe CHIA SEED Slime HERE.
Make It a Tradition!
Crafting patriotic slime can become a fun yearly tradition before the barbecue or after the parade. Whether you're hosting a kids’ party or enjoying a family day, this squishy, sparkly slime is a guaranteed crowd-pleaser.
Happy Independence Day and happy sliming!
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