Make a Trio of Christmas Slime Jars: The Grinch, Olaf, and Rudolph

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Make three Christmas-themed slime jars inspired by The Grinch, Olaf, and Rudolph using safe colors, decorations, and simple mixing for sensory play.

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Step-by-step guide to make a trio of Christmas slime jars: The Grinch, Olaf, and Rudolph

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Make Grinch Slime for Christmas!

What you need

White school glue, contact lens solution with boric acid, baking soda, shaving cream, food coloring or liquid watercolors, glitter and small sequins for decorations, small googly eyes and small pom poms, brown pipe cleaners, airtight jars with lids, disposable bowls and spoons, measuring spoons, newspaper or a cover for your table, adult supervision required

Step 1

Gather all materials and spread newspaper or a table cover to protect your workspace.

Step 2

Pour 1 and 1/2 cups of white glue into a large mixing bowl.

Step 3

Sprinkle 1 and 1/2 teaspoons of baking soda over the glue.

Step 4

Add 3 tablespoons of contact lens solution to the bowl and mix until the glue pulls together into a single blob.

Step 5

Knead the blob with clean hands for about one minute until it becomes stretchy and not sticky.

Step 6

Divide the slime evenly into three smaller bowls using a spoon.

Step 7

Make the Grinch slime by adding 3 to 4 drops of green food coloring to one bowl and knead until the color is even.

Step 8

Decorate the Grinch slime by pressing green glitter and a small red heart sequin onto the surface then place it into an airtight jar and close the lid.

Step 9

Make the Olaf slime by squeezing about 1/2 cup shaving cream into the second bowl and knead it in to make fluffy white slime.

Step 10

Decorate the Olaf slime by pressing on two googly eyes and a small orange pom pom for a carrot nose then place it into an airtight jar and close the lid.

Step 11

Make the Rudolph slime by adding 2 to 3 drops of brown food coloring to the third bowl and knead until the color is even then press a red pom pom onto the surface and fold brown pipe cleaner antlers into the slime before placing it into an airtight jar and closing the lid.

Step 12

Share photos of your finished trio of Christmas slime jars on DIY.org.

Help!?

I can't find contact lens solution — what can I substitute in step 4?

Use 3 tablespoons of liquid starch as a direct substitute for the 3 tablespoons of contact lens solution in step 4 and follow the same mixing and kneading steps.

My slime stayed sticky or wouldn't pull together after step 4; how do I fix it?

If the glue doesn't form a blob or the slime stays sticky after kneading in steps 4–6, add contact lens solution one teaspoon at a time while kneading until the slime pulls away from your hands.

How can I adapt the activity for different ages?

For preschoolers have an adult complete steps 1–6 and let them press on large decorations instead of the small heart sequin and small pom poms, for elementary kids let them follow all steps including kneading and decorating, and for older kids add challenges like shaping detailed pipe cleaner antlers for Rudolph or mixing scents into the Olaf slime.

How can we enhance or personalize the finished slime jars?

Personalize and extend the activity by adding a drop of peppermint or vanilla extract into the Olaf shaving-cream slime in step 7 for scent, gluing a ribbon and name tag to each airtight jar lid, or mixing in foam beads or extra glitter into the Grinch or Rudolph slimes before sealing as described in the decoration steps.

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Facts about slime making and sensory play

💚 The Grinch first appeared in Dr. Seuss’s 1957 book 'How the Grinch Stole Christmas!' and became a holiday icon.

🦌 Rudolph was created in 1939 by Robert L. May as a department-store promotion and later inspired a hit song and TV special.

☃️ Olaf, from Disney’s Frozen, is voiced by Josh Gad and was written to be a lovable, silly snowman who dreams of summer.

🧪 Toy slime’s gooey stretchiness comes from polymers that link together—changing ingredients or ratios makes it firmer or stretchier.

🎨 Sensory play like squishing slime helps develop fine motor skills, creativity, and calm focus in children.

How do I make three Christmas slime jars inspired by The Grinch, Olaf, and Rudolph?

Start with a basic slime base (clear or white PVA glue mixed with water). Divide into three portions. For Grinch: tint green, add fine glitter, small felt heart, and a mischievous face. For Olaf: keep white, add black foam pieces for eyes/buttons, an orange foam carrot nose, and lightweight cotton snowflakes. For Rudolph: tint brown or copper, mix in red glitter, add a red pom‑pom nose, googly eyes, and pipe‑cleaner antlers. Mix activator slowly until the texture is stretchy but not sticky; stor

What materials and tools do I need to make Grinch, Olaf, and Rudolph slime jars?

You’ll need PVA glue (clear or white), water, an activator (saline + baking soda or liquid starch), food coloring or non‑toxic pigment, glitter, small foam shapes, googly eyes, pom‑poms, pipe cleaners, felt scraps, mixing bowls, spoons, measuring cups, and airtight jars with lids. Choose non‑toxic, washable decorations and keep small parts in mind for choking hazards. Optional: labels, stickers, and scented extracts approved for crafts (use cautiously).

What ages are Christmas slime jars with The Grinch, Olaf, and Rudolph suitable for?

This sensory craft is best for ages 5 and up with adult supervision. Children 3–4 can enjoy pre‑made, sealed jars or help stick on large decorations while an adult makes the slime. Activators should be handled by an adult for younger kids. For school‑age children, this activity develops fine motor skills, creativity, and safe mixing practice when supervised. Always monitor for mouthing and remove small parts for younger siblings.

What safety tips should I follow when making holiday slime jars?

Use non‑toxic, child-safe glue and activators; saline + baking soda is gentler than concentrated borax. Always supervise mixing, measure ingredients, and avoid ingestion. Keep small decorations off limits for children who mouth objects, and wash hands after play. Store slime in labeled, airtight jars away from pets and very young children. Test for skin sensitivity with a small patch before extended play and discard if irritation occurs.

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Make a Trio of Christmas Slime Jars: The Grinch, Olaf, and Rudolph

Make three Christmas-themed slime jars inspired by The Grinch, Olaf, and Rudolph using safe colors, decorations, and simple mixing for sensory play.

Table of contents

Step-by-step guide to make a trio of Christmas slime jars: The Grinch, Olaf, and Rudolph

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Make Grinch Slime for Christmas!

What you need

Step 1

Gather all materials and spread newspaper or a table cover to protect your workspace.

Step 2

Pour 1 and 1/2 cups of white glue into a large mixing bowl.

Step 3

Sprinkle 1 and 1/2 teaspoons of baking soda over the glue.

Step 4

Add 3 tablespoons of contact lens solution to the bowl and mix until the glue pulls together into a single blob.

Step 5

Knead the blob with clean hands for about one minute until it becomes stretchy and not sticky.

Step 6

Divide the slime evenly into three smaller bowls using a spoon.

Step 7

Make the Grinch slime by adding 3 to 4 drops of green food coloring to one bowl and knead until the color is even.

Step 8

Decorate the Grinch slime by pressing green glitter and a small red heart sequin onto the surface then place it into an airtight jar and close the lid.

Step 9

Make the Olaf slime by squeezing about 1/2 cup shaving cream into the second bowl and knead it in to make fluffy white slime.

Step 10

Decorate the Olaf slime by pressing on two googly eyes and a small orange pom pom for a carrot nose then place it into an airtight jar and close the lid.

Step 11

Step 12

Share photos of your finished trio of Christmas slime jars on DIY.org.

Help!?

I can't find contact lens solution — what can I substitute in step 4?

Use 3 tablespoons of liquid starch as a direct substitute for the 3 tablespoons of contact lens solution in step 4 and follow the same mixing and kneading steps.

My slime stayed sticky or wouldn't pull together after step 4; how do I fix it?

If the glue doesn't form a blob or the slime stays sticky after kneading in steps 4–6, add contact lens solution one teaspoon at a time while kneading until the slime pulls away from your hands.

How can I adapt the activity for different ages?

How can we enhance or personalize the finished slime jars?

Watch videos on how to make a trio of Christmas slime jars: The Grinch, Olaf, and Rudolph

0:00/0:00

Here at SafeTube, we're on a mission to create a safer and more delightful internet. 😊

The Ultimate Christmas DIY: Grinch Mason Jar

3 Videos

Facts about slime making and sensory play

💚 The Grinch first appeared in Dr. Seuss’s 1957 book 'How the Grinch Stole Christmas!' and became a holiday icon.

🦌 Rudolph was created in 1939 by Robert L. May as a department-store promotion and later inspired a hit song and TV special.

☃️ Olaf, from Disney’s Frozen, is voiced by Josh Gad and was written to be a lovable, silly snowman who dreams of summer.

🧪 Toy slime’s gooey stretchiness comes from polymers that link together—changing ingredients or ratios makes it firmer or stretchier.

🎨 Sensory play like squishing slime helps develop fine motor skills, creativity, and calm focus in children.