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How to Make Rubber Clay

Rubbery putty that can be shaped and molded like clay can be used by children and adults. This type of putty was created duing World War II by scientists who were attempting to make synthetic rubber for military uses. Instead, they created Silly Putty, which has been a popular children's toy for more than half a century. While "eggs" of Silly Putty are still available to purchase in most stores that sell toys, you can easily make a Silly Putty-like rubber clay at home using items you probably already have in your house.

Things You'll Need

1 tbsp boric acid-based laundry softener, such as Borax
4 cups water
1 cup white glue
Bowl
Spoon

Instructions

- 1
  Combine the laundry softner and water in a bowl and mix well.
- 2
  Hold the bottle of glue approximately 18 inches over the water and laundry softner mixture, and squeeze approximately one cup of glue into the mix. Move the glue bottle continuously while squeezing to spread the glue evenly.
- 3
  Stir with the handle of a spoon or a stirring rod. The rubber clay will stick to the spoon. Stir until all of the clay has been collected. Remove the spoon handle from the water and pull the rubber clay off of it.
- 4
  Squeeze the clay with your hands to remove any excess water, and form it into a ball.

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