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Bubble Snakes – A Simple Outdoor Activity for Kids

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Looking for some good, clean fun? These bubble snakes can be ready in two minutes or less! via @somewhatsimple

Looking for some good, clean fun? These bubble snakes can be ready in two minutes or less!

Make Your Own Bubble Snakes

We’ve been making these bubble snakes every so often for YEARS now! I actually prefer them to the regular bubbles and wands you buy in the store. Even the tiniest of toddlers can experience the fun of blowing bubbles with this method. You probably have all the supplies you need in your home right now, so, let’s get started, shall we?

Here is how to make them –

How to Make Bubble Snakes

SUPPLIES –

  • liquid dish soap
  • old socks
  • scissors
  • water bottle
  • small bowl

DIRECTIONS –

  1. Cut the bottom off water bottle using your scissors.
  2. Put sock over the bottom of the water bottle.
  3. Pour some dish soap into a small bowl, just about a 1/2 inch deep.
  4. Dip the sock end of the water bottle into the bowl of soap to coat the bottom.
  5. Place your mouth around the water bottle and blow! Keep blowing long and shallow breaths so the bubbles get longer and longer, forming a “snake”! See how long your snakes can get until the soap snakes break off.
  6. Dip the water bottle back into the soapy bowl and keep on blowing!

NOTES –

  • Be careful with little kids “sucking” the water bottle instead of blowing into it. Plenty of kids over here have gotten a mouth full of soapy bubbles, which is one sure-fire way to end all the fun!
  • If you try this on a breezy day, the wind might pick up the bubbles too soon from your bottles and blow little bubble baseballs all over your yard! My kids actually love this, and they pretend it’s snowing! (Sorry to those of you still covered in snow! Here in AZ “snow” is a treat!)

 Happy Spring!

This post originally published in April 2010.

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  • janie wrote:

    don’t forget to add some food coloring for some very colorful snakes

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  • Burundanguitas wrote:

    This looks very fun, I am going to try it with my lil girl. tks for sharing,
    burundanguitas.

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  • RedTedArt wrote:

    Oh these are brilliant. My toddler adores bubbles, so these will really tickle him pink!

    I would love for you to come take part in Kids Get Crafty over at Red Ted Art. A Wednesday link up party! This week is found here: http://www.redtedart.com/?p=3056

    Hope to "see" you soon!

    Thanks

    Maggy
    Red Ted Art

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  • Melissa wrote:

    I know you posted this a while ago, but I just tried and I LOVE it! SOOOO east. It really did only take 30 seconds to make and my daughter can't stop playing with it! Thanks for sharing!

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  • MeckMom wrote:

    Such a great idea! I was able to get my entire kitchen cleaned while the kids played with this outside. I owe you big! Thanks.

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  • Bree wrote:

    Oh, I am so going to do this at our next birthday party! I needed an idea and this take the good ole' bubbles and makes it interesting! Thanks!

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  • Christie wrote:

    I've seen this time and again but today it struck the right cord. Thanks for the reminder!

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  • Funky Junk Interiors wrote:

    Woa, how cool is this?!? What a neat idea! Thanks for sharing on SNS!

    FJ Donna

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  • Mike and Shan wrote:

    Thanks for sharing the idea!! How fun, my kids will love it!

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  • sweet european dreams wrote:

    Now that we can finally (FINALLY!) play outside, I'm really looking for outdoor ideas – this is so simple and my kids will flip. Oh, and you have a great blog page!

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  • Michele wrote:

    LOVE this idea!! My grandchildren are visiting this weekend and I have already gathered the supplies. They are going to have so much fun with this!! Thanks so much for sharing!!

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  • Larissa wrote:

    Thanks for sharing, I am going to do this right now since the sun is shining away!

    I am having a giveaway right now on my blog for little boys ties, I know Easter is over, but hey, what little man couldn't use a fancy tie!

    Larissa
    Just Another Day in Paradise
    http://www.zitzmanfam.blogspot.com

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  • Allison Shops wrote:

    LOL What fun! My kids LOVED bubbles. The dog even loves to catch them.

    Be sure to visit AtticMag this week for our Giveaway!

    Allison

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  • Cottage Dreamers wrote:

    Oh fun! My kids are going to want to try this!
    ā˜ŗ Celeste

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  • StaziO essentials wrote:

    thanks, will share, love upcycled plastics

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  • StaziO essentials wrote:

    thanks, will share, love upcycled plastics

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  • Homer Family wrote:

    I love your blog thanks for the fun idea. I will be trying it out soon. We love the AZ weather too!

    http://www.inaquietafternoon.blogspot.com

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  • Meet Virginia wrote:

    Too cute! These look way way super fun!

    ~Morgan

    Meet Virginia Crafts
    Meet Virginia's Etsy Shop

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  • Jess wrote:

    That is so cool. My son loves bubbles!
    Thanks for featuring my Meal Planner in your side bar! Hopefully someone will find it as helpful as I do!

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  • brandy wrote:

    We love bubble snakes! Family Fun had them in an issue last summer. I never would have thought to come up with those myself! Fun fun!

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  • Mer wrote:

    Thanks so much for sharing that looks like a lot of fun. I have to tell you I love reading your blog! Thanks for all the fun ideas.

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  • Megan wrote:

    So awesome! My kids would freak for these! Thanks for sharing the cool idea!

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  • Mandy wrote:

    Amazing!! I am having my first linky party tomorrow (tuesday) and would love to have you link-up: http://www.craftedition.blogspot.com

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  • The Blonde Duck wrote:

    Popped in to say hi! Those are precious!

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  • Sarah wrote:

    I loved it! Thanks for sharing!
    I have a great interview with a savvy blogger on my blog right now with great tips on how to help your blog grow.
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  • The Buchingers wrote:

    I've never seen this before..what a great idea!!! I really enjoy reading your blog…I am awarding you with the Preppy Mafia award!

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  • Stephenie from Decorating Addiction wrote:

    Love it. I have a nine year old who is still very much into bubbles! Thanks for highlighting it!

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  • Meg wrote:

    What a great idea. My kids would LOVE it, since they love all things bubbles.

    I would love for you to check out my site for a fun spring block giveaway! Have a great day!

    alittleknickknack.blogspot.com

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  • Love Being a Nonny wrote:

    Cool idea!!!

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  • Grace wrote:

    That's an A+ activity – quick, easy, and super fun.

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  • Denise wrote:

    OMGosh! That is so cute. I will have to print this out and save it for my grandson. He is 8 months, so too young yet to do himself.
    Awesome idea!

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