Kids love playing with this adorable pumpkin floam slime! Floam takes slime-making to the next level. Learn how to make squishy Halloween floam to give as gifts or play with at home. Make in minutes! It’s one of my favorite Halloween science experiments for kids.

What is pumpkin floam slime?

Floam is different than regular slime. It’s basically foam and slime mixed together. The texture alone makes it incredibly fun to play with. Floam is squishy and molds easily because of the small foam beads that make up the mixture. My daughter told me it was a fun feeling to play with. Making floam slime can get a bit messy but only if you get wild with it. Have a vacuum nearby for runaway floam beds. There aren’t any pumpkin ingredients inside; however, keep reading to find out how to make your floam look like a pumpkin!

Supplies

• 1 cup Floam beads
• 1 cup of white glue
• 1 teaspoon Baking soda
• Orange food coloring – a few drops
• 1 1/2 tablespoon saline solution  must contain boric acid and sodium borate for it to activiate the slime.
• Black Foam paper
• Clear plastic jars – to store the floam.
• Hot glue gun
• One medium bowl
• Scissors

Supply Notes

• Googly eyes – these can be used instead of black foam for the pumpkin eyes.
• Food coloring – use different colors to make a variety of Halloween characters such as a monster, witch, or Frankenstein.

How to make floam slime

Making floam slime is very similar to making slime with a few additions! This is a Borax-free floam slime recipe!

1. First, mix the water, glue, and baking soda in a bowl. Stir until mixed well.

2. Next, pour the floam beads into the bowl and mix.

3. Now it’s time to activate the slime! Pour 1/2 tablespoon saline solution into the bowl and add another 1/2 tablespoon into the bowl. Mix well and slowly to avoid the floam beads flying all over the place.

4. Next, knead for 5-10 minutes. It will be sticky at the beginning of this process.

5. Last, cut out eyes and mouths using black foam paper. Hot glue them to the front of the jar.

Expert Tips

• Is Slime too sticky? Add baking soda gradually. Remember you can always add, but you can’t take any ingredients away.
• Is slime too stiff? This can happen from over-activating the slime with the contact solution. Next time, add less contact solution. Add it in slowly and knead a lot.
• Is sticky hands a problem? Pour a few drops of saline solution on your hands before kneading to avoid the mixture sticking to your hands. Another option is to apply lotion or baby oil onto your hands before kneeding with hands.
• Foam beads keep falling out! Your slime isn’t sticky enough – try again and add less contact solution. Add the foam beads after activation.

Project FAQs

How do I store floam?

Store floam slime in Ziploc bags or clear plastic jars with lids.

How long does this Halloween floam last?

Floam can last for at least a week if it is stored in an air-tight container.

More Easy Slime Recipes

• Superhero Slimes – Four different slimes inspired by Marvel superheroes!
• Glow in the Dark Slime – Turn off the lights and watch this slime glow.
• Easy DIY Slime – Learn how to make slime with liquid starch.

Slime Safety disclaimer

By making this slime, you agree to our terms. Adults should handle the chemicals, products and should make the slime. This project is not suitable for kids under 4 years old. Never place slime in your mouth and wash hands before and after playing with the slime. Adult supervision is strongly encouraged. If contact lens solution is accidentally ingested, seek medical attention immediately.

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Halloween Pumpkin Floam Slime

Prep Time: 5 minutes

Active Time: 10 minutes

Total Time: 15 minutes

Kids love making and playing with this adorable pumpkin floam slime. Learn how to make Halloween floam to give as gifts or play with at home. Make in minutes!

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Materials

• 1 cup Floam beads
• 1 cup of white glue
• 1 teaspoon Baking soda
• Orange food coloring - a few drops
• 1 1/2 tablespoon saline solution  must contain boric acid and sodium borate for it to activiate the slime.
• Black Foam paper
• Clear plastic jars - to store the floam.

Tools

• Hot glue gun
• Scissors

Instructions

1. First, mix the water, glue, and baking soda in a bowl. Stir until mixed well.
2. Next, pour the floam beads into the bowl and mix.
3. Now it's time to activate the slime! Pour 1/2 tablespoon saline solution into the bowl and add another 1/2 tablespoon into the bowl. Mix well and slowly to avoid the floam beads flying all over the place.
4. Next, knead for 5-10 minutes. It will be sticky at the beginning of this process.
5. Last, cut out eyes and mouths using black foam paper. Hot glue them to the front of the jar.

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