Halloween Slime

Name: Halloween Slime
Prep time: 10 min
Cuisine: American,
Ingredients: 1 bottle (4 ounces white or 5 ounces clear) washable school glue (click on our Color and Scent Mixing Guide above for type of glue to use); 1 tsp baking soda; 1 tbsp water; Your favorite McCormick® food color(s) such as…; Red; Green; Yellow; black; Your favorite McCormick® extract(s) such as…; vanilla; Pumpkin; lime; 1 to 2 tsps contact lens solution

Spooky season is upon us! If you’re wondering how to make Halloween slime, look no further than this Halloween slime recipe. Made without borax, this spooky slime is easy-to-make and fun to play with. A great way to get kids involved with STEM activities, this slime re... Read More Read Less

10m

PREP TIME

13

INGREDIENTS

Ingredients

1 bottle (4 ounces white or 5 ounces clear) washable school glue, (click on our Color and Scent Mixing Guide above for type of glue to use)
1 teaspoon baking soda
1 tablespoon water
Your favorite McCormick® food color(s), such as…
McCormick® Red Food Color
McCormick® Green Food Color
McCormick® Yellow Food Color
McCormick® Black Food Color
Your favorite McCormick® extract(s), such as…
McCormick® All Natural Pure Vanilla Extract
McCormick® Pure Pumpkin Pie Spice Blend Extract
McCormick® Pure Lime Extract
1 to 2 teaspoons contact lens solution

KEY PRODUCTS

INSTRUCTIONS

1 Mix glue and baking soda in medium glass bowl until well blended.
2 Stir in water, desired food color(s) and extract(s) until well blended and you get the color and smell you want. (Or, download our Color and Scent Mixing Guide in the romance copy above to see our Halloween Scented Slime ideas.)
3 Stir in contact solution, 1 teaspoon at a time, until mixture becomes difficult to stir and is no longer sticky. (If necessary, add more contact solution until desired consistency.)
4 Knead in hands until you form a ball that is slightly wet, but does not stick to hands. Slime is ready to use when you can touch the slime and pull your finger away without anything sticking to it. Store slime in an airtight container when not using. Usage Tip : Usage Tip: Long exposure to slime may dry out hands. Wash hands with soap and water after each use.

Tips & Tricks

NOTE: Adult supervision is recommended. This project is not suitable for young children.

20–25 drops of food color = ¼ teaspoon.

Make sure to protect surfaces with newspaper, cling wrap and/or paper towels.

Usage Tip : Usage Tip: Long exposure to slime may dry out hands. Wash hands with soap and water after each use.

Clean Up Tips: To get food coloring off your hands, wash repeatedly with soap and water. To get food coloring off of countertops, use all-purpose cleaner with bleach. Consult a professional for upholstery, rugs, or carpet.

Add a touch of personality to the slime by incorporating googly eyes or glitter into the mix.