That property serves no purpose in a bubble.

They are both thickening agents and can transform water into a “non Newtonian fluid” aka Oobleck. I could see Baking Soda if you used tap water and needed to soften the water but Baking Soda is designed to leaven bread not increase surface tension of a liquid. The fewer impurities, fragrances, extra ingredients the better. Simple original Dawn, distilled water and Glycerin works best. What worked for us was to hold our arms high in the air, and slowly walk backwards, which gently forced air into the bubble.īeen making my own giant bubble mix on and off for 30 years. Ideally, there will be no wind, so you may find that the bubbles need a little help getting air into them. If the weather isn’t overcast and humid, at least take your bubbles under the canopy of a large tree or to the shady side of your house. The reason being that sunshine and wind will dehydrate your bubbles, causing them causing it to pop. You might think a hot, sunny day would be best for an outdoor activity like this, but believe it or not, it’s best to pick a cloudy or overcast day, with high humidity and very little wind. It was crazy-cool! The perfect weather for giant bubbles: When they broke free of our wand, they jiggled and wobbled through the air, gaining altitude until they floated up over the housetops and out of sight. We soon discovered however, that more we played with the bubble formula, the silkier it became.īefore we knew it, we were making huge bubbles. The more bubbles you make, the better the mixture gets!įYI: The first several bubbles popped immediately, and I was feeling deflated (no pun intended). 75+ Best Chapter Books for Girls Ages 5-13.Best Books for Boys – 40+ Fantastic Reads for Boys ages 8-16.Happy Hooligans Accessibility Statement.

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