Foam Bubble Pile
A whimsical and engaging crafting project that provides a sensory experience with soft foam bubbles, perfect for all ages.
Ingredients
Materials
- 2 cups foam beads (white or colored)
- 1 cup white glue Standard school glue works best.
- 1 cup water
- to taste Food coloring (optional) Use drops to achieve desired color.
- 1 Mixing bowl For combining ingredients.
- 1 Baking sheet or tray To hold the bubble pile while it dries.
- 1 Wax paper To protect the workspace.
Instructions
Preparation
- Clear a flat surface and lay down wax paper to protect it from glue and foam beads.
- In a mixing bowl, combine 1 cup of white glue with 1 cup of water and stir well until the mixture is smooth.
- Slowly mix in a few drops of food coloring if desired, watching the color swirl into the glue mixture.
- Gradually add the foam beads to your mixture, stirring gently to coat each bead in glue.
- Spoon the mixture onto the baking sheet or tray, creating clusters or piles and shape them as you like.
- Leave the foam bubble pile to dry for several hours or overnight.
Notes
Experimentation is key! Try different colors, glitter, sequins, and themed designs to customize your foam bubble pile.