I have found several websites, but require things that the normal person doesn't keep in stock in their kitchen at all times. If anyone has a link or a how-to on making basic glue for kids to use in crafts, I would appreciate it.
2007-10-11 02:08:43 · 14 answers · asked by sesamenc 4 in Games & Recreation ➔ Hobbies & Crafts
Yes I know it is less than a dollar at Walmart or Kmart, but I want to teach my kids how to make their own. This also help reduce waste in the landfills if you make your own. I asked for how to make it, not where to buy it. But hey, you got a point for answering though didn't you. :)
2007-10-11 02:18:16 · update #1
The following glue and paste recipes use a variety of ingredients and methods. Choose the one that best suits your project. For variety, add food coloring before using. Store all glues and pastes in airtight containers in the refrigerator.
Glue
Materials
* 3/4 cup water
* 2 tablespoons corn syrup
* 1 teaspoon white vinegar
* Small saucepan
* Small bowl
* 2 tablespoons cornstarch
* 3/4 cup cold water
Directions
1. Mix water, corn syrup, and vinegar in saucepan.
2. Bring to a full, rolling boil.
3. In bowl, mix cornstarch with cold water.
4. Add this mixture slowly to the hot mixture, stirring constantly until the mixture returns to a boil.
5. Boil for 1 minute, then remove from heat.
6. When cooled, pour into another container and let stand overnight before using.
Homemade Paste
Materials
* 1/2 cup flour
* Cold water
* Saucepan
* Food coloring (optional)
Directions
1. Add cold water to flour until mixture is as thick as cream.
2. Simmer and stir in saucepan for 5 minutes.
3. Add a few drops of food coloring, if desired.
4. This wet, messy paste takes a while to dry.
Papier-Mache Paste
Materials
* 1 cup water
* 1/4 cup flour
* 5 cups lightly boiling water
* Large saucepan
Directions
1. Mix flour into 1 cup water until mixture is thin and runny.
2. Stir this mixture into lightly boiling water.
3. Gently boil and stir 2-3 minutes.
4. Cool before using.
No-Cook Paste
Materials
* Bowl
* 1/2 cup flour
* Water
* Salt
Directions
1. In bowl, mix flour with enough water to make a mixture that's gooey, but not runny.
2. Add a pinch of salt; stir.
2007-10-11 02:11:26 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 2⤊ 0⤋
Beaten eggwhites work well. Here are some other suggestions if you haven't already looked at them. They are basically made from ingredients most have at their home.
Homemade Glue
Ingredients:
3/4 cup water
2 tablespoons corn syrup
1 teaspoon white vinegar
1/2 cup cornstarch
3/4 cup cold water
Directions:
Mix water, corn syrup and vinegar in a saucepan. Bring to a rolling boil.
In a small bowl, mix cornstarch and cold water. Add this mixture slowly to first mixture, stirring constantly.
Let stand overnight before using.
Waterproof Glue
Ingredients:
2 packets (1/2 ounce) unflavored gelatin
2 tablespoons cold water
3 tablespoons skimmed milk
Directions:
In a small bow, sprinkle gelatin over cold water and let sit until softened.
Pour milk into a saucepan and bring to a boil.
Pour milk into softened gelatin and stir until dissolved.
Homemade Paste
Ingredients:
1/2 cup flour
Cold water
Directions:
Add flour to a sauce pan. Add cold water until a thick cream forms.
Simmer on stove for 5 minutes. Allow to cool before using.
2007-10-11 02:13:16 · answer #2 · answered by VW 6 · 3⤊ 0⤋
the only way to make glue at home is to use flour and water...put the flour in a bowl and add water slowly till you get the consistency of glue...if you over water, it will not be glue anymore...it's like of like making slurry for making a gravy...so be careful with the amount of water...then you will have glue at your fingertips anytime you need it...very fun for kids to watch you make it...
2007-10-11 02:14:55 · answer #3 · answered by AuntieM 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Vaseline
2016-05-21 21:34:59 · answer #4 · answered by ? 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Flour and water makes a wall paper paste like substance and if the little angels decided to eat it it won't hurt them.
2007-10-11 02:11:57 · answer #5 · answered by M1 5 · 3⤊ 0⤋
I have used flour mixed with water in the past, but only for paper mache.
Dont know if thats useful or not?!
2007-10-11 02:11:14 · answer #6 · answered by sally 4 · 2⤊ 0⤋
You can use the styrofoam, the one used to protect packages inside a box.
get a piece of stryofoam,slowly pour in small quantity of gasoline. the stryrofoam will melt down...mix it slowly with any kind of stick available, add gasoline drop by drop if needed. it will turn into a sticky substance. Try a small amount first to practice.
2007-10-11 02:19:57 · answer #7 · answered by poorguy 4 · 0⤊ 2⤋
ordinary cooking flour and water mix together into a paste and use.
its great for paper mach'e
HAVE FUN
2007-10-11 02:29:49 · answer #8 · answered by denise_dee_dee 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
flour and water, add food coloring to give it a kick,
2007-10-11 02:11:09 · answer #9 · answered by William B 7 · 2⤊ 0⤋
Why bother? Elmers glue is only $.96 anyway.
2007-10-11 02:14:49 · answer #10 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 3⤋