How to Make Glow in the Dark Bubbles

Learn how to make glow in the dark bubbles with this easy step-by-step guide and video. A fun, budget-friendly outdoor activity kids will love.

How to Make Glow in the Dark Bubbles

Kids love bubbles, it’s a fact! So how about having a go at making your own glow in the dark bubbles for some unbelievable outdoor fun?

You can buy bubble mixture easily in supermarkets and toy stores, but making your own bubble solution is a much more budget-friendly option that provides plenty of fun for kids.

Take it one step further and make some fantastically memorable glow in the dark bubbles!

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How to Make Glow in the Dark Bubbles

You will need:

  • Bubble mix
  • Some glow in the dark paint, available from craft stores or online retailers. (You can also use the liquid from glow in the dark sticks if you have those instead of paint.)

What to do:

1. Mix some of the glow in the dark paint into your bubble mix.

2. Try half bubble mix half paint to start with, and if you need to add more paint to make it glow more, you can add more.

3. It’s important to make sure you blow the bubbles outdoors as there is paint in the mix! The good thing is because the bubbles glow you will be able to see them easily to clean any up.

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FAQs About Glow in the Dark Bubbles

Do glow in the dark bubbles actually glow?

Yes! Mixing glow in the dark paint (or the liquid from glow sticks) into your bubble mixture makes the bubbles glow when you blow them in a dark space, such as outdoors on a summer evening.

Is it safe to make glow in the dark bubbles at home?

This is a simple craft activity using bubble mix and glow in the dark paint. As with any craft involving paint, blow the bubbles outdoors and keep an eye on younger children while they play.

Where can I get glow in the dark paint for this activity?

Glow in the dark paint is available from craft stores and online retailers. Glow stick liquid works as an alternative if you have some on hand.

Why do we need to blow these bubbles outdoors?

Because the mixture contains paint, blowing the bubbles outdoors avoids mess indoors. The glow effect also means any paint splashes are easy to spot and clean up.

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