Prim Pattanaporn - The Zen of Slime: A DIY Inspiration Notebook

The recipes included in this book are for the production of nonedible slime only. Borax, which can be significantly irritating to the skin of sensitive individuals, is not a required ingredient in slime, and every recipe in this book can be made borax-free. Where borax is called for in a recipe, you can replace it with laundry starch, laundry detergent, or contact lens solution mixed with a little baking soda. If you choose to use borax, a diluted solution of not more than 1/2 teaspoon per cup of hot water may prove less irritating. Sensitivity to borax or other ingredients of slime may occur at any time, so readers are reminded to use common sense and refrain from incorporating in their slime any material to which they are likely to react. Prim Pattanaporn @sparklygoo Art has always piqued my interest: As a small child, I was captivated by the unique art of cake decorating, particularly the use of fondant and modeling chocolate. Prim Pattanaporn @sparklygoo Art has always piqued my interest: As a small child, I was captivated by the unique art of cake decorating, particularly the use of fondant and modeling chocolate.

I love the idea that edible things can be sculpted into something beautiful and sometimes become too pretty to eator in the case of slime, too perfect to play with (or eat). But I can never resist sticking my hands into the sticky goodness. I remember watching my first slime video on Instagram and wanting to know what the concoction felt like. Was it squishy? Gooey? I had to know. I began looking for slime to purchase online, but sadly, no one was selling it at the time. I decided to take a leap of faith and try to make it on my own, but it was nowhere near as easy as I thought it would be.

On my first attempt, the slime was rock hard; it was not at all comparable to the slime I saw in those videos. But I started to experiment with a variety of measurements until I achieved what I believed was the perfect texture. I now make up my own recipes, with unique ingredients and fun add-ins. I once experimented with air-dry clay and found out a way to give it a slime-like consistency by adding a few wet ingredients such as water and glue. I also love to put different trinkets, like cute erasers and faux candy made of resin, into my slime. When it comes to innovating with slime, the possibilities are endless.

Not only is slime fun to play with but is also therapeutic. The repetitive movement of kneading slime, which eventually becomes subconscious, keeps my hands busy and redirects my stress to the slime. When I am playing with slime, its as if I enter a trance-like state of relaxation. I want to share this experience with you and help you create some of my favorite recipes, which I hope will help you destress and have fun. Once you have mastered the various recipes that this book offers, youll not only have a collection of different textured slime to play with, but youll be on your way to becoming a slime connoisseur! So... what are you waiting for?

The key to life is balance.

Slime is no different. At the intersection of gooey, sticky, stretchy, and slushy lies the divine state of slime: an elusive form of matter so satisfying and wondrous its very existence defies explanation (again, like life). Actually, the science of slime is easily understood and the tools of its creation easy to obtain. What is more important, however, is the nature of slime. Slime is more than a formula; its a form of self-expression and self-knowledge. Given the same recipe and ingredients two bakers will produce two different pies, each reflecting the spirit and skill of its creator.

So, too, will your slime be inseparable from your own nature. Begin your slime journey with an open and flexible attitude because, while the fun begins right away, it will take time for you to discover your inner slime nature and realize its true expression. The basic alchemy of slime will take minutes to learn, but its secrets and nuances will engage you for a lifetimeor at least few weeks. Slime can be reduced to three essential elements: glue, water, and a thickening agent. Consider glue to be your base. By manipulating it we will release the slime qualities it already possesses.

Just as a sculptor merely removes the excess marble from the statue that is already present in the stone, know that your slime is only waiting to be realized. No pressure, but you shouldnt just leave it unrealized like that.

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