There are few things more fun for your kids than bubbles. And I was SO excited when I realized just how easy it was to make homemade bubble solution right at home…for just pennies! Talk about a serious game-changer.
Let’s be honest. Store-bought bubbles can get expensive quickly, especially when kids are always spilling them.
Luckily, you can easily learn how to make a bubble solution! All you need are three simple ingredients (glycerin not required!), and you can mix up a large batch of DIY bubbles in 2-3 minutes.
Your children will LOVE this easy bubble recipe, and you will too because it provides hours of inexpensive fun. I’ve found this homemade bubble recipe to be just as good as the ready-made versions.
It’s strong and great for blowing big bubbles too!
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Why you need to make homemade bubbles ASAP
First of all, as you probably know…children love blowing bubbles. Even older children enjoy getting in on “bubble fun.”
The issue with bubbles? Kids spill. A lot. Especially younger children.
You’ve been there, right? You find those little containers of bubbles on sale and buy one for each child, thinking how much fun they’ll have on a nice sunny afternoon.
You hand them out, the kids go outside excitedly, and 5 minutes later, at least one child is inside crying because their bubbles spilled and are all gone.
Plus, add in the fact that even on-sale bubbles can get expensive (especially if you have multiple children as I do)!
That’s where the homemade version comes in handy. Trust me, moms, keep this one in your repertoire!
Want to know another fantastic reason why you need to make these?
You’ll save money with homemade bubble solution.
You can make 3 huge batches of homemade bubbles with this easy recipe for around $4. It would cost me at least $30 to buy that much ready-made bubble solution!
Plus, it’s super quick and easy to make DIY bubble solution – this can serve as a fantastic project for older kids! My 10-year-old can mix up a batch by himself.
Homemade bubble supplies
- 5 cups of water
- 2 cups dishsoap
, like Dawn or Joy - 3/4 cup corn syrup
- A container for mixing/storing*
- Small plastic containers for individual bubbles (you can even use plastic cups – just make sure your kids—or you—don’t accidentally drink it!)
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In terms of containers, I found a large plastic container at Walmart for $2.50. It’s the perfect size for making and storing homemade bubble solution. But you can use an old pitcher or whatever you have around the house.
How to make bubbles at home
First, let me make a disclaimer: Yes, homemade bubbles are non-toxic. However, you wouldn’t want your kids drinking it, of course! Make sure to always supervise your children and ensure the ingredients are safe to handle.
Now, here’s how you can make DIY bubbles in just minutes!
1. Pour corn syrup into water
Measure out 3/4 cup of corn syrup…
…and pour into your container with 5 cups of water.
2. Stir well
Just make sure the ingredients are combined well together.
3. Add the dish soap
Measure 2 cups of dish soap…
…and pour into the corn syrup/water mixture.
4. Stir well
Don’t shake it, or you’ll end up with tons of foamy bubbles. We are going for the opposite of James Bond here…stirred, not shaken! 😉
And your homemade bubbles are done!
How to use the homemade bubbles
To divvy the solution out, you’ll also need small containers to pour the bubbles into for each child.
You can use a plastic Rubbermaid container
or whatever you have around the house.
I found these plastic mason jar look-alike containers
on clearance for 25 cents each!
All four of my children love these homemade bubbles, even my tween. They have spent 2-3 hours at a time playing together and having contests to see who can blow the largest, strongest bubble!
And I had such fun watching them play and taking photos. Sometimes it’s hard to get the kids to slow down for me to snap a decent photo, but today I got lots of gems. (Except for my middle son, who was in a mood and didn’t want to play.)
FAQs
I’ve been making this bubble solution for years and thought I’d go ahead and address the most common questions I typically get.
What’s the best soap to use for homemade bubbles?
First of all, you’ll need to use dish soap, not hand soap. It makes a huge difference!
Personally, we have tried many different dish soaps and always come back to the same two: Dawn and Joy. I recommend going with one of those for the best results!
How long will homemade bubble solution last?
Homemade bubble solution will last a surprisingly long time. In fact, some people say that the longer you let it sit, the better it gets.
We admittedly rarely have leftovers, but I’ve kept the solution in a sealed container for a few days with no issues.
What are some creative ways to use DIY bubble solution?
You can use these with a basic wand or get creative! Emily had an idea to use her fingers as a wand too. It was messy, but it worked well.
I thought it was a pretty creative way to do something different with bubbles! They blew some really big bubbles this way! And you don’t need any extra “big bubble-blowing” supplies!
Once you nail this recipe, you can make some variations with homemade bubbles too. I recommend this colored homemade bubbles recipe! Even more fun? Your kids might want to try painting with bubbles too!
What’s your kids’ favorite way to enjoy blowing DIY bubbles?
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