If you’re looking to make a Swirl Glowing Bounce Ball, like the kind used for fun science experiments or party crafts, here’s a simple DIY recipe using household and craft materials. This version will glow in the dark, have a cool swirl pattern, and bounce when finished!
🧪 Swirl Glowing Bounce Ball Recipe
🧂 Ingredients / Materials:
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1 tbsp Borax (sodium borate) — available in laundry sections
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½ cup Warm water
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1 tbsp Cornstarch
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2 tbsp White glue (like Elmer’s) or clear glue for more transparency
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Glow-in-the-dark paint or glow powder
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Food coloring (2+ colors for swirl effect)
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Small bowls or disposable cups
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Craft sticks or plastic spoons for mixing
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Disposable gloves (optional, to avoid dye on hands)
🧪 Instructions:
1. Make Borax Solution
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In one bowl, mix:
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1 tbsp Borax
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½ cup Warm water
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Stir until completely dissolved. Set aside.
2. Prepare Glue Mix
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In another bowl, mix:
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2 tbsp glue
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1 tbsp cornstarch
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A small amount of glow-in-the-dark paint or powder
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A few drops of 2 different food coloring shades
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Swirl colors slightly with a stick (don’t over-mix to keep the swirl pattern)
3. Combine
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Slowly pour 2 tbsp of the Borax solution into the glue mixture.
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Stir quickly — it will start solidifying immediately.
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Use your hands to knead the mixture (wear gloves if using dye).
4. Form the Ball
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Knead and roll it between your hands until it forms a smooth, rubbery ball.
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Keep rolling to shape it and enhance the swirl look.
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Let it sit for 5-10 minutes to firm up.
💡 Tips:
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The ball glows best if charged under a bright light for a few minutes first.
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Store it in an airtight plastic bag to keep it from drying out.
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For extra bounce, use less cornstarch and more glue.