Butter slime is soft and moldable. Rather than oozing like regular slime, butter slime is more like fluffy slime in texture. That’s why the call it butter slime—it’s smooth like butter.
DIY butter slime is very easy to make! You only need six ingredients and you can make it in all sorts of different colors.
This is a fun project for any age so long as the child is over putting everything in their mouths, as the ingredients are not safe to consume.
If you are looking for a DIY slime recipe that IS taste safe, try this edible slime recipe.
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What is Butter Slime?
Butter slime is named for its smooth texture; it does not actually contain butter. Regular slime is cold to the touch and oozes while butter slime bends and molds.
Butter slime cleans up similar to regular slime. If you get butter slime on a nonporous surface, you can easily remove it by pressing other butter slime to it and it will lift off (including from skin).
If you press butter slime into a textured surface, like stepping on it over carpet, it will be much harder to remove. The best option may be to allow it to fully dry out and then rub the debris and vacuum it off.
Why Make Butter Slime?
- Probably the most popular butter slime is made by Peachybbies but they are often sold out. So, making your own can come in handy.
- Making slime is a fun hands-on project that results in creating an object kids can play with for hours and hours.
- Making slime is a great way to practice measuring ingredients and following directions for children who are working on these skills.
Side note: It sometimes takes a lot of effort (planning, buying supplies, helping, cleaning up after) to help children make projects like this. If you are the one making this happen, HOORAY! You are making childhood magic! Our hats are off to you, friend.
Butter Slime Ingredients
- Glue – regular school glue, like Elmer’s
- Water
- Shaving cream
- Baking soda
- Contact solution – any brand that includes boric acid
- Model Magic – any color!
How to Make Butter Slime
- Mix together the glue and water.
- Stir in the shaving cream.
- Stir in the baking soda.
- Stir in the contact solution. At this point, you will have very thin slime.
- Last, mix in the Model Magic. This can be done much like kneading dough. It will be messy at first, but as you work the model magic into the thin slime, it will come together. Knead until the slime is soft and buttery.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the activator for butter slime?
Boric acid, which is found in most contact solutions.
Does butter slime make a mess?
Not really. You can make butter slime in a mixing bowl, which is easy to clean after. Butter slime sticks to itself so it’s easy to clean off most surfaces and skin.
How do you fix stiff butter slime?
If your butter slime is stiff and almost breaks apart, you may have used too much contact solution. But, you can try fixing it by adding it back into the mixing bowl and adding a little water and mixing until the consistency is soft again.
How do you color butter slime?
Butter slime will be the color of the Model Magic you use, so you can make it lots of different colors or even multiple colors.
How to Store Butter Slime
To keep your slime from drying out, store it in an airtight container with a lid. Butter slime can last for up to a week if stored properly.
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Supplies
- ½ cup glue
- ¼ cup water
- ⅓ cup shaving cream
- ¼ teaspoon baking soda
- 2 teaspoons contact solution
- 4 ounces Model Magic
Instructions
- Mix together the glue and water.
- Stir in the shaving cream.
- Stir in the baking soda.
- Stir in the contact solution. At this point, you will have very thin slime.
- Last, mix in the Model Magic. This can be done much like kneading dough. It will be messy at first, but as you work the model magic into the thin slime, it will come together. Knead until the slime is soft and buttery.
Such a fun slime recipe!