How to Make Homemade Cleaning Slime

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While making homemade slime for cleaning purposes sounds a little counter-intuitive, it is actually a great way to clean crumbs and bits out of tight and hard-to-reach places. Not only is it good for cleaning, you can also have a great time making and playing with it too.

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    Stir well to allow the Borax to fully dissolve.
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    bottle of Elmer’s glue, ½ cup of water and 8 drops of food coloring in the second bowl.
    • Stir until color is completely blended.
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    Since the food coloring could discolor your hands you may want to consider using plastic gloves for this step.
    • Mix and knead with your hands until the mixture clumps together.
    • Pour any remaining liquid down the drain.
    • Keep kneading dough until it is no longer wet and gooey or sticks to your hands.
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    • Store in large plastic bag for future use.
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    What if I don't have Elmer's Glue? Can I use a different kind of glue?
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    You can use clear glue, or any type of liquid craft glue. If you use a glue stick you will have to microwave it.
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    What should I do if I don't have Borax or Tide or liquid starch?
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    If you don't have those items, you could mix 1/4 cup of shampoo and 1/2 tsp of table salt. Put it in the freezer for 15 minutes, but don't let it freeze.
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    Can I make this with shampoo?
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    Yes, but it will be very soapy, and you can't stretch it or play with it. If you leave it out for more than a minute, it will turn into liquid again.
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      Things You’ll Need

      • 1 tsp. Borax
      • Elmer’s glue (4 oz.)
      • 8 drops of food color
      • 1 ½ cups water
      • 2 bowls
      • Measuring cups/spoons
      • Plastic bag (gallon sized)

      Tips

      • Once you’ve used the slime as a cleaning agent it will no longer be of future use.
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      • Keep slime out of the reach of children and pets and always supervise children while they are playing with the slime.
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