Summertime is here and homemade bubbles make the perfect outside fun for kids! This homemade bubbles recipe will give the kids a summer full of fun on a budget. After making the homemade bubbles, kids will have hours of fun bubble making outside.Â
Homemade Bubbles without Glycerin
My kids all love blowing bubbles and they spend hours outside blowing them during the summer. Yes, even the older ones!
With this homemade bubble solution recipe there is no running out of bubbles at our house and the kids have all the fun they want to!
Homemade bubbles cost a fraction of the price of buying them premade and they are so easy to make at home! All you need is a few household staple items and you can make hours of fun for the kids!
This is the best recipe for homemade bubbles so you can make your own bubbles at home and it so easy to make. It has no glycerin, it is totally kid friendly and you probably have everything you need in the house already. If you do not have everything in the house already, you can grab the items needed for cheap at the grocery store and stores like the Dollar store.Â
Outdoor Fun for Kids
- Outdoor water activities kids will love
- Water balloon games for kids
- Trampoline games for kids
- Playground games for Kids
- Puffy sidewalk paint
How to Use Homemade Bubbles
You can use store-bought bubble wands, or homemade bubble wands to make bubbles. Dip your bubble wand into the solution, making sure the wand is fully coated. Slowly and gently blow through the wand or wave it through the air to create bubbles.
Homemade Bubble Wand Ideas
If you don’t have bubble wands on hand the first time you are making homemade bubbles that is not a worry! There are many things around the house that you can use to have fun with this DIY bubble solution!
Pipe Cleaner Wands. Shape colorful pipe cleaners into different forms like hearts and stars.
Straw and String Wand. Attach a piece of string to the ends of two straws, forming a triangle shape. Dip the string triangle into the bubble solution and blow through one of the straws to create a giant bubble shape.
Cookie Cutter Wands. Grab some cookie cutters in various shapes, such as circles, flowers, or butterflies. Dip the cookie cutter into the bubble solution and blow through the opening for bubbles that take on charming shapes.
Bubble Snake Maker. Repurpose an old plastic water bottle by cutting off the bottom. Then, slip an old sock or a cloth tube over the cut end of the bottle. Dip the sock or cloth into the bubble solution and blow through the bottle’s spout to create a long, bubbly snake.
Nature-Inspired Wands. Head outdoors and collect sticks, leaves, or flowers. Attach them together using rubber bands or twine to create whimsical wands that add a touch of nature’s beauty to your bubbles.
Straw Cluster Wand. Gather several straws and bundle them together with a rubber band or tape. Dip the cluster into the bubble solution and blow through the ends to create a cluster of smaller bubbles.
Ribbon Wands. Tie colorful ribbons to the end of a stick or a dowel rod. Dip the ribbons into the bubble solution and twirl the wand to create a dazzling display of ribbon-filled bubbles.
Bubble Glove. Put on a latex or plastic glove and dip the fingers into the bubble solution. Wave your hand gently in the air to create tiny bubbles on each fingertip.
Giant Bubble Wand. Construct a large hoop-shaped wand using a hula hoop or bendable wire. Dip the hoop into a large bucket of bubble solution and run with it to create larger bubbles that will leave everyone in awe.
Straws and String. Thread a piece of string through two straws and tie the ends. Use the straws as handles and dip the string loop into the DIY bubbles solution.
Plastic Bottles. Cut off the bottom of a plastic bottle and dip the open end in the solution. Blow through the mouthpiece to create bubbles.
What is the Best Dish Soap to Use When Making Homemade Bubbles?
You can use any dish soap brand or generic dish soap when making homemade bubbles however I do find that Dawn and Joy are the best name brand ones. It is important to choose a dish soap that does not have added lotions, antibacterial agents, or strong fragrances, as these can affect bubble quality.
Can This Be Used in a Bubble Machine?
Yes, this homemade bubble recipe can be used in a bubble machine. It might not make the same size bubbles or make as many but the solution will work.
Can I make colored Bubbles?
Yes, you can! Just add a few drops of food coloring to the bubble solution batch you are making for colorful bubbles. Be careful as it can stain surfaces.
How to Store Homemade Bubble Solution
Choose a clean container with a tight-fitting lid. This can be a plastic bottle, a glass jar, or a resealable plastic container. If the solution has been stored for a while, gently shake or stir it before use to ensure the ingredients are well mixed.
I find that mason jars are a great option for storing bubbles, they have enough space in the top for the kids to put most bubble wands in to and the lids are easy for kids to get off and on themselves.Â
Homemade bubble Ingredients
- 4 cups warm water
- 1 cup of dish soap
- 1/4 cup of corn syrup
How to make Homemade Bubbles
In a bowl add the 4 cups of water. Then add in the dish soap and stir to combine.
Be gentle when stirring to avoid causing bubbles when adding the ingredients together.
Next, add the light corn syrup and gently mix until the soap mixture and corn syrup are well combined.Â
Pour the bubbles mixture into a container.
Now have some fun dipping the wands in the bubble mixture and blowing bubbles.
Inside Fun For Kids
Homemade bubbles
Ingredients
- 4 cups warm water
- 1 cup of dish soap
- 1/4 cup of corn syrup
Instructions
- In a bowl add the 4 cups of water. Then add in the dish soap and stir to combine.
- Be gentle when stirring to avoid causing bubbles when adding the ingredients together.
- Next, add the light corn syrup and gently mix until the soap mixture and corn syrup are well combined.
- Pour the bubbles mixture into a container.
- Now have some fun dipping the wands in the bubble mixture and blowing bubbles.
