Posted By: Tay Roberts
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Posted On: 7/21/2025
And because they’re made—at least in part—with non-toxic household cleaners, you won’t have to worry about increasing their toxic load.
Best of all, with these safe and fun summer craft projects, your kids will be able to say, “I made this myself!”
Note: All three projects call for your Truly Free Home non-toxic cleaners to be already mixed in their jugs or bottles.
This mini science experiment is a low-mess way for kids to practice measuring while sharpening their fine motor skills and focus. Plus, these fun DIY glitter jars double as calm-down glitter jars your kids can use to self-soothe when they’re anxious or frustrated. Have them personalize their calming glitter jars with their favorite figurines–and during the holiday season, bring this craft back to create magical snow globes they can gift to family and friends.
DIY Calming Glitter Jar Recipe and Ingredients
Glass mason jar with lid
Glue
Figurine(s)
1 teaspoon of glitter
Enough Truly Free Home Aloe Hand Soap or Dish Soap to almost fill the jar
How to make a DIY calming glitter jar
1. Clean the mason jar. Make sure it’s completely dry before step 2.
2. Secure the figurine(s). Glue to the center of the jar’s lid and let dry thoroughly.
3. Add clear liquid hand or dish soap. Leave enough space at the top to allow for shaking.
4. Add glitter of your choice.
5. Seal the lid. Carefully screw the lid onto the jar and secure it with glue to prevent leaks. Let it dry before shaking.
To use as a calm-down jar, have your child shake the jar and then watch the glitter until it stops moving.
Out of sidewalk chalk? No problem. Help kids mix up some DIY Sidewalk Chalk Paint and let their creativity run wild. They can dream up their own masterpieces using their DIY chalk paint on the driveway, sidewalk, or patio. It’s easy to make homemade sidewalk chalk paint. Learn how below.
DIY Sidewalk Chalk Paint Recipe and Ingredients
1 cup of cornstarch for each color
⅔ cup of water for each color
1 teaspoon Truly Free Home’s Dish Soap for each color
Non-toxic food coloring, or make your own
Paint brushes
Cups to hold the paint
How to make non-toxic DIY sidewalk chalk paint
Add about a cup of cornstarch to each cup.
Add 2/3 cups of water to each cup. Stir until the cornstarch is fully dissolved.
Add a teaspoon of Dish Soap to each cup.
Add the food coloring of your choice to each cup.
Mix thoroughly before painting.
If you’re out of paintbrushes, finger painting is fine, too. And because all of the ingredients are non-toxic, you don’t have to worry about your little one’s skin absorbing any harmful chemicals.
There are hundreds of recipes for this ooey-gooey slime online. But many of them include borax, which can cause skin rashes, eye irritation, and vomiting if ingested. High exposure to borax is also believed to disrupt hormones. With no borax or other harsh chemicals, this is one slime recipe you can feel good about. Read on to learn how to make non-toxic slime the Truly Free Home way.
DIY Non-toxic Slime Recipe and Ingredients
½ cup of Elmer’s School Glue
1 tablespoon of Truly Free Home’s Laundry Wash
1 cup of baking soda, add more as needed
2–3 tablespoons of water
Non-toxic food coloring
How to make non-toxic slime
Pour the glue
In a medium mixing bowl, pour ½ cup of glue.
Add color (optional)
For colorful slime, add a few drops of non-toxic food coloring to the glue and stir until well combined.
Mix in the Laundry Wash
Add 1 tablespoon of Laundry Wash and stir slowly. The mixture will start to thicken as the slime begins to form.
Add water gradually
Add 2 to 3 tablespoons of water, one at a time, stirring between each to help loosen the texture if it’s too stiff.
Add baking soda slowly
Begin by adding ½ cup of baking soda, mixing until the slime starts to pull away from the sides of the bowl. Add more as needed (up to 1 cup or more) to reach your desired firmness. The more baking soda, the thicker and stretchier the slime!
Knead and play!
Once your non-toxic slime is forming, use your hands to knead it for a minute or two until the slime is smooth and stretchy.
Store the slime in an airtight container to keep it fresh. If any of it gets stuck on clothing, simply scrape off as much of the slime as you can and treat it with Truly Free Home’s Laundry Stain Spray before washing as usual.
Missing any of the Truly Free Home non-toxic cleaners you need for these homemade DIY crafts? Get your supplies here.
Tay Roberts, a mom of two and Northern Michigan native, is a non-toxic living advocate, sustainability enthusiast, and holistic wellness champion. As a social media manager and product educational specialist at Truly Free, Tay blends her personal values with professional expertise to inspire others towards healthier choices. Through engaging content and strategic campaigns, she educates and empowers individuals to make informed decisions that prioritize well-being and the planet's health. Tay's commitment to fostering a community centered around conscious living shines through in her digital presence, making her a beacon of inspiration for a healthier, happier tomorrow.
