Recipes for making slime from chewing gum

Many children do not know what to do with chewed gum, so they stick it to tables, chairs and other inappropriate places. But you can make amazing things from used chewing gum. Slime made from chewing gum will be a real salvation for furniture. Children will have fun making an interesting toy with their own hands.

What is the difference between slime and hand gum

Handgum is an incredibly flexible toy that resembles liquid. It does not stick to your hands, so you can knead it for a long time. It was invented in 1943.

Slime was first introduced in 1976. Being thicker than handgum, it is able to stick to surfaces for a short time.

How to Turn Hand Gum into Slime

Many children are interested in how to make slime from hand gum. To do this, you need to add a little thickener. It is best to use sodium tetraborate: it is effective and non-toxic.

What kind of chewing gum is suitable for making slime?

It doesn't matter what brand of gum you use: slime can be made from any brand. But it's hard to mix dye into most chewing gums. The exception is Mentos chewing gum. It's easy to dye.

The newly purchased gum contains a lot of sugars and crystals, which makes the slime less elastic. However, this drawback is easily eliminated: you need to mix the pads with sodium tetraborate or shampoo.

Pros and cons of making from chewing gum

Making slime is a fun activity for kids. Homemade slimes have their own advantages and disadvantages.

Pros:

• The cooking process is extremely simple and straightforward.
• You can keep your child busy with something interesting.
• Making and playing with slime develops a child's fine motor skills.
• The composition does not include chemicals.
• The financial costs are minimal and the ingredients are easy to find.
• The toy does not cause allergies.
• Smells nice.

Cons:

• The toy should not be given to small children because they may swallow it.
• The slime sticks to upholstered furniture, carpet, clothes and collects dirt and dust. However, it cannot be washed.
• May leave a mark on clean surfaces.
• Short-lived.
• It tears easily.
• Sticky.
• It may harden.

Slime is a great anti-stress toy for children and adults. A child can make it himself. Children love to stick slime to the ceiling and other hard surfaces.

Recommendations and tips for using chewing gum

It is advisable to make slime in the bathroom, not in the room or kitchen. The ingredients must be fresh, otherwise they will lose their properties.

One pack of gum is needed for one slime. You can make several slimes using different recipes.

Necessary components and their proportions

The main components for making a slime are gum and water. Everything else can be added as desired. You will need gum, which can be bought at any store. You can choose chewing gum of any color, with any taste and smell.

During the slime making process, the gum may lose its color: the dye is washed off with water. The smell will become less strong, but will most likely remain.

It is advisable to use Mentos dragee. It easily changes color under the influence of dyes. Slime from Mentos can be made lighter and airier by adding glue, shampoo, toothpaste, soap or shaving foam.

From chewing gum and shampoo

Every schoolchild can make a slime from shampoo and chewing gum. You can add a little food coloring. You will get a soft and elastic toy.

How to make a slime step by step:

1. Pour 30 ml of shampoo into an enamel bowl.
2. Add 1-2 drops of food coloring if desired.
3. You can add toothpaste to give the slime a minty smell.
4. Stir the contents of the bowl for a long time and thoroughly with a toothpick or spoon.
5. Place the slime in the refrigerator for 10 minutes. If it is still sticky by this time, you can keep it in the cold for an hour.

The slime should become dense, but not harden, but retain its elasticity. The toy should first be kneaded in your hands, and then played with.

From Orbit chewing gum

The simplest slime recipe includes 2 ingredients: Orbit pads and water.

How to make slime from gum:

1. Pour hot water into a bowl and pour a package of Orbit into it (at least 10 pads).
2. Wait 10-20 minutes. During this time, all the pads should transform into a single thick lump.
3. You can add a little food coloring.

The toy is ready. The child will be happy to make a licker with his own hands. To make the slime softer, you can add liquid soap and toothpaste. There is another recipe that adds shaving foam.

From flour

At home, you can make a slime using a very simple and easy recipe. Adults knead the dough from regular flour and water, and children can mold the slime. You will need fresh flour from any grain. It is best to choose flour that is not very coarsely ground, for example, for pancakes or baking.

Modeling lesson:

1. Take 2 tablespoons of flour and half a glass of cold water.
2. Mix the ingredients together until there are no lumps left in the dough.
3. Add a little warm, but not hot, water.
4. Stir until you get a thick mass.
5. The finished slime is kept in the refrigerator for 30 minutes.

Small children love to put all toys in their mouths, so you can make edible slime for them. Then add condensed milk or chocolate. Teenagers and adults can add glitter and rhinestones.

From Dirol chewing gum

The popular chewing gum "Dirol" will be an excellent ingredient for slime. To make one slime you will need at least 10 pads. In addition, you need to prepare 2 tablespoons of table salt and some fresh face or hand cream.

Progress of work:

1. Pour 50 ml of water into a deep plate and dissolve salt in it. Melt "Dirol" in this solution.
2. Rinse the gum under warm water and put it in the refrigerator for half an hour.
3. Take out the gum and knead it well so that it warms up in your hands.
4. Add a thin layer of cream.

Such a slime needs to be well looked after. It needs to be regularly lubricated with cream to soften it. Old cream with an expired shelf life is not suitable for this. It is worth playing with the slime as often as possible, otherwise fungus or mold may appear on it.

From sodium tetraborate

Sodium tetraborate is an effective remedy for bedsores. This antiseptic is used to treat sore throats, tonsillitis, and pharyngitis. It is part of contact lens fluid. Sodium tetraborate can be used to make airy slime, which can be kneaded in your hands for a long time and made into unusual shapes.

What you will need:

• PVA glue - 250 ml;
• shaving foam - 300-400 ml;
• sodium tetraborate - 50 ml;
• food coloring - 0.5-1 teaspoon.

Master class on making:

1. Mix the dye and glue until smooth.
2. Mix the glue and shaving foam and add sodium tetraborate, which will act as a thickener.
3. The thickener should be added drop by drop. When the mixture can separate from the walls of the cup, you can no longer add sodium tetraborate.
4. Combine all mixtures and mix thoroughly with your hands.
5. The fluffy licker is ready.

Sodium tetraborate makes the best and most durable licks.

Toy made from chewing gum and airy plasticine

Many amazing crafts can be made from airy plasticine. It remains soft and pliable for several days, and then hardens in the open air. Each piece of plasticine is stored in a separate cellophane package.

How to make a slime:

1. Take a small cup and pour hot water into it.
2. Throw 3-4 sticks of gum into this cup and hold them there for 5 minutes.
3. Take out the gum and crush it thoroughly in your hands.
4. Take the same amount of airy plasticine, combine it with chewing gum and knead until you get a homogeneous mass.

Other interesting recipes

An excellent slime can be made from Mentos, PVA glue and hair care mousse.

Step by step instructions:

1. Pour 50 ml of water into a small cup.
2. Pour the entire package of Mentos into it.
3. Place it in the microwave for 10 minutes.
4. Cool and add 50 ml of PVA glue.
5. Open the tube of hair mousse and press it twice. Two drops of mousse should get into the mixture. You can use shampoo.
6. Add 0.5 teaspoon of baking soda.
7. Mix thoroughly and then knead for a long time with your hands.

To make the slime colorful, you need to add the dye at the same time as the PVA.

Rules for storing a finished toy

The finished slime should be stored in a plastic box or jar with a lid. After playing, rinse it in clean water, put it in a box, close the lid tightly and put it in a dark, cool place.

You cannot put the slime case in the sun or in the refrigerator.

You can make a slime at home from the simplest materials. Slime from chewing gum is easy to make. This toy is a great stress reliever. When you are very worried, you can knead the slime in your hands. This will help you get rid of anxiety and get into a positive mood.