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  • Question
    Is it mandatory to add food coloring
    FuzziEnder
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    No. You can make it the color of the glue stick you're using, but most people prefer to use food coloring. It's up to you.
  • Question
    Can I use hot water instead of melting it in the microwave?
    Community Answer
    Water will ruin the glue and make the slime super sticky. You should stick with a microwave.
  • Question
    What do I do if my glue stick slime doesn't work?
    Community Answer
    Make sure you didn't use too much water, or else it will become too runny. Add more glue to balance it out. If it is stiff like a hard putty, there's too much contact solution or detergent. Add water.
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    Can I add glitter?
    Community Answer
    Yes, you can definitely add glitter.
  • Question
    Could we add shaving cream?
    Community Answer
    Yes. You can add shaving cream if you want fluffy slime, but it is optional.
  • Question
    Can I use salt instead of contact solution?
    Community Answer
    No, you cannot use salt instead of contact solution.
  • Question
    My slime is still very watery. What should I do?
    Community Answer
    If the slime is homemade, try adding more of whatever anti-boric acid you used. I usually use liquid starch, but you can also use borax, contact solution, or any other item that has anti-boric acid in the ingredients.
  • Question
    What if it is not slime, but is more like putty?
    Community Answer
    Add hair gel (clear) to make it more slimy. Then it will be more fun to play with.
  • Question
    What can I do if my slime got chunky after I microwaved it?
    Community Answer
    You should add a few more pieces of your glue stick. It may work.
  • Question
    Can I use the purple stuff that turns white?
    Lauren Saunders-Student
    Community Answer
    You can use the purple glue that turns clear when it is dried. The glue will stay purple, though, so you will have a purple slime.
  • Question
    Does glue stick slime work with clear glue sticks?
    Community Answer
    Yes, a clear glue stick will work for this slime recipe.
  • Question
    Can I just use a glue stick and mix it with my fingers?
    Community Answer
    Yes, you can mix slime with your fingers and use a glue stick.
  • Question
    Can I use paint instead of food coloring?
    Community Answer
    Yes, but be careful. You don't want to add too much.
  • Question
    Can I use milk as an activator?
    Community Answer
    No, milk is not a suitable activator, and it could also make your slime turn rotten quickly.
  • Question
    What should I do if it's chunky and not slimy?
    Community Answer
    If it's chunky, keep on mixing. If it stays chunky, start over.
  • Question
    Can I freeze the slime for 1 hour?
    Community Answer
    Sure, give it a try to see what happens. Can't hurt it, might even make it work better. If not, it'll always work then it thaws a bit.
  • Question
    What can I use if I don't have contact stuff?
    Community Answer
    You can use a laundry detergent, like Tide, or borax.
  • Question
    Can I add salt instead of contact solution?
    Community Answer
    No, salt will not work, but you can substitute borax or Tide laundry detergent for contact solution.
  • Question
    Could I use Borax instead of contact lens solution?
    Community Answer
    You should be able to, as Borax is also an activator. Borax may also improve the quality of the slime.
  • Question
    Why does it take so long to turn to slime after I add the contact solution?
    Community Answer
    It may take longer if you don't mix it enough. Make sure you are aggressively mixing until it starts to turn into slime. Once it is clumpy, you can start kneading it.
  • Question
    Does it matter what laundry detergent is used for this?
    Community Answer
    You can use any kind, as long if it's thick enough for the slime. It can turn out runny if you use watery laundry detergent.
  • Question
    Does this work?
    Community Answer
    Yes, it worked for me. If you do the steps correctly, it should work fine.
  • Question
    Can I use mod podge instead of glue when making slime?
    Community Answer
    No, as mod podge doesn't have PVA in it.
  • Question
    I forgot to add the water and I put my glue in the microwave. Will that change my slime?
    Community Answer
    Yes. The water was essential so the glue stick wouldn’t dry out when it melts. Your slime will be sticky, if you manage to make it; otherwise, the glue will stick to the bowl.
  • Question
    Can I use salt and hot water as an activator?
    Mahika Kumar
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    No, salt will not work with this recipe because it only works with certain substances. Not a glue stick though.
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