Snow and slime are both favorites around here. Combining the two is always an easy win.
This icy cold snowman slime has a soft, stretchy texture that kids love to squish, pull, and mold into silly snowmen. Chilling the ingredients beforehand gives the slime a cool, snowy feel that makes winter play even more fun.
With just two main ingredients, this easy slime recipe comes together quickly and gives kids a fun way to stretch, squeeze, build, and play.
In this post, you'll learn exactly how to make snowman slime step-by-step, plus simple ways to turn it into a memorable winter sensory activity.
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Materials for Snowman Slime
- 2 cups chilled white school glue
- 1 to 2 cups chilled liquid starch
- Large mixing bowl
- Spoon or craft stick for mixing
Optional additions:
- Iridescent glitter
- Snowflake gems
- Craft foam for snowman pieces
- Cookie cutters
- Winter animals or small play figures
- Small containers for party favors
Tip: Refrigerate the glue and liquid starch overnight for an icy cold sensory experience. Let them sit on the counter for about 15 minutes before mixing.
How to Make Snowman Slime
Step 1: Add the Glue
Pour the chilled white school glue into a large mixing bowl.
Step 2: Add the Liquid Starch
Slowly add the liquid starch while stirring.
Start with a smaller amount and continue adding more a little at a time until the slime begins to form and pull away from the bowl.
Step 3: Knead the Slime
Once the slime comes together, remove it from the bowl and knead it with clean, dry hands.
At first the slime may feel stringy or sticky. Keep kneading. The texture will become smoother and stretchier as the ingredients fully combine.
After a few minutes of kneading, you'll have soft, stretchy snowman slime that feels cool to the touch.
A little extra starch creates a firmer slime. Less starch creates a softer, stretchier slime.
Do not worry about exact measurements. Slowly adding the liquid starch and adjusting as you go is part of what makes homemade slime work.
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Why Kids Love Snowman Slime
- It feels cold like snow
- It stretches and pulls beautifully
- Kids can squish, knead, and mold it
- It can be turned into silly melting snowmen
- It works as both slime play and winter sensory play
Extend the Fun
Cut eyes, noses, buttons, and arms from craft foam so kids can build melting snowmen
- Add cookie cutters to make snowflakes
- Mix in snowflake gems for sparkle
- Add winter animals or small play figures
- Let kids stretch the slime over cars, trucks, or Frozen figurines
Make Snowman Farts
This always gets a laugh.
Squeeze some snowman slime into a small jar or container. As the slime pushes inside, it makes funny sounds that kids find hilarious.
We used small baby food jars, but any small container works.
Fun Winter Variations
Sparkly Snow Slime
Use silver glitter glue instead of white glue to create an icy, sparkling version of this winter slime. Add extra glitter and snowflake sequins for even more snowy sparkle.
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Frozen Snowman Slime
Place the finished slime in the freezer for about an hour before play.
The outside becomes firmer while the center stays soft and stretchy. Kids love watching the texture slowly soften and melt as they play.
Snowman Slime Party Favors
This slime also makes a fun winter party favor.
Place the slime into small containers and draw snowman faces on the outside using a permanent marker.
Kids can take home their own little snowman slime container to stretch, squish, and play with later.
Tips & Troubleshooting
- If your slime feels too sticky, add a little more liquid starch and knead
- If your slime feels too firm, knead in a small amount of glue
- Add starch slowly. Too much can make slime rubbery
- Store slime in an airtight container or zip top bag between play sessions
- For the coldest snow-like texture, chill the ingredients before making the slime
More Slime Activities to Try
Borax Free Slime
A softer slime recipe that's perfect for sensory exploration.
Sand Slime
The sand texture creates a completely different sensory experience.
Slime Bubbles
Kids are always amazed when they discover they can blow bubbles with slime.
Rainbow Slime
A colorful sensory activity that encourages creativity and color exploration.
FLOAM Slime
Stretchy slime combined with crunchy foam beads for an irresistible sensory experience.
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