For more interesting silly putty, get the kind of glue that already has glitter and color mixed into it. For opaque silly putty, use regular white school glue.
Skip this step if your glue already has color and glitter in it.
If you are a child, have an adult supervise you.
If you have sensitive skin, it may be a good idea to put on a pair of plastic gloves during this step.
For interesting silly putty, use the type of school glue that already has glitter in it. For opaque silly putty, use white school glue instead.
For metallic putty, try mica powder instead.
Plan on using ½ to ¾ cup (120 to 180 milliliters) total. Avoid using too much starch, or the silly putty will turn hard.
If it is very dry in your home, you may need to add more dish soap. If you can’t find cornstarch, look for cornflour (not cornmeal).
