Easy Bubble Recipes

For a cool summer craft idea/activity consider using bubble recipes and stage a Bubble Contest right in your own backyard.

Start by mixing up a batch of bubble solution. Water, dish washing detergent and a container are basically all you'll need. For bigger, better bubbles, add a drop or two of glycerin (found at your local pharmacy) or a bit of corn syrup.

Choose from our list of recipes and you'll be on your way to having a "blow-out" good time!

Basic Bubble Solution

One cup of water
Two tablespoons liquid dishwashing detergent
One tablespoon glycerin
One-half teaspoon sugar

Mix and use.

Giant Bubbles

6 cups water
3/4 cup corn syrup
2 cups liquid dishwashing detergent

Mix the ingredients together. Wait 4 hours before using.

Colored Bubble Recipe

One cup soap powder (Ivory Flakes Detergent)
One quart warm water
Food coloring or small amounts of tempra paint

Dissolve the soap flakes in the warm water. Add coloring. Blow bubbles onto construction paper for colorful effects!

Hint: Use distilled water if your tap water is "hard". Also, take into consideration climate conditions in your area (which could effect the outcome of your bubble-making).
Have fun!

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