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DIY Butter Slime

We have all of the tips and tricks so that you can learn how to make Butter Slime. This easy butter slime is fun and really simple to make for a great activity.
Prep Time5 minutes
Active Time10 minutes
Total Time15 minutes
Keyword: DIY Butter Slime
Yield: 1
Author: One Crazy Mom

Equipment

  • 1/2 Cup of elmer's glue . This is the best glue to use.
  • 1 Tablespoon Contact Lens Solution (The contact solution must contain boric acid so the slime activator will work. Plain saline solution is not the same.)
  • 1/2 Cup of Foam Shaving Cream
  • 1 oz of Model Magic Clay
  • 1 tsp Lotion (as needed)

Instructions

  • First, in a small bowl, combine the glue and shaving cream until it's well combined. If you making a double batch, use a large bowl.
  • Next, slowly stir in the contact lens solution into the glue mixture until the slime is formed. Make sure that you are using a brand that has boric acid in the solution or it will not work.
  • While mixing, once the elmer's white glue starts to pull away from the bowl and stick to the spoon, remove the slime from the bowl and knead with your hands. This step will help make the stretchy butter slime.
  • Then place the model magic clay in the center of your slime. Mix with your hands until well combined and the slime changes the color to the color of the model magic clay that you chose.
  • Kids love to choose different colors to make and the total time is minimum to make this. The buttery texture is so much fun.
  • Then add lotion to make the slime more stretchy.  We added a small amount (1 tsp) and mixed it in with our hands until the slime was stretchy. You might even want to start with 1/2 teaspoon because you can always add more.
  • If you want your slime more stretchy, mix in more lotion until the slime is consistency that you desire. I would add the lotion gradually a little at a time. You don't want to add too much but you can always add more.
  • Make sure to wash hands to avoid skin irritation especially with sensitive skin. You can also use gloves if desired.
  • How to store homemade butter slime:
  • I like to store the slime in a mason jar or ziploc baggie to keep it fresh. You can use what you prefer so that you don't air dry clay. The slime definitely needs to be stored inside an airtight container so that it stays soft and does not harden.
  • If stored properly, it will stay soft and provide many hours of fun.