DIY Floam
Make your own fun and squishy DIY floam with glue, baking soda, and foam beads for a delightful sensory experience.
Ingredients
Base Ingredients
- 1 cup white school glue The main ingredient for the floam.
- 1 teaspoon baking soda Provides structure to the floam.
- 2 tablespoons contact lens solution Activates the mixture to make it stretchy.
- to taste food coloring Optional, for coloring the floam.
Mixing Tools
- 1 unit mixing bowl For combining ingredients.
- 1 unit mixing spatula For stirring the mixture.
- 1 unit airtight container For storing the finished floam.
Add-ins
- 1 cup foam beads Can be colorful or plain, adds texture.
Instructions
Preparation
- In a mixing bowl, add 1 cup of white school glue.
- Mix in 1 teaspoon of baking soda. This gives your floam its structure.
Coloring
- If you’d like, add a few drops of food coloring to the mixture. Stir until evenly colored.
Activating
- Slowly drizzle in 2 tablespoons of contact lens solution. Mix well. This will help your floam come together and become stretchy.
Combining
- Add in your foam beads. Use a spatula to mix until the beads are distributed evenly throughout the glue mixture.
Kneading
- Once combined, use your hands to knead the floam. It should feel stretchy and slightly tacky.
Storage
- Place the finished floam in an airtight container to keep it fresh.
Notes
Experiment with different food coloring, scents, and textures. For thicker floam, increase the baking soda slightly.