Bubble Solution

Marty's MESSipes

Whether you're creating bubbles in your backyard, classroom,
or at your next family gathering, our tried-and-true bubble solution recipe will help you create bigger, stronger, longer-lasting bubbles.

Ingredients/Supplies:

1 gallon water
1 cup glycerin
1 cup Dawn® dish soap (Original Blue works best)

1 Tbsp cornstarch
1 Tbsp baking powder
Bubble wands, ropes, etc.

Directions:

Pour the gallon of water into a clean bucket or container.
Slowly add the Dawn dish soap, stirring gently to avoid creating foam.
Add the glycerin and stir until well combined.
Sprinkle in the cornstarch and baking powder, stirring until dissolved.
If possibly, let the mixture rest for at least 12–24 hours before using. This allows the ingredients to fully combine and creates stronger, longer-lasting bubbles.
Give the solution a gentle stir before each use. Avoid vigorous mixing, which can create excess foam.

Why these ingredients?

Water
Water is the base of the solution. If your tap water is especially hard (high in minerals), distilled water may produce even better bubbles.

Dawn® Dish Soap
Not all dish soaps are created equal! Original Blue Dawn consistently produces durable, flexible bubble films that are less likely to pop. Other soaps may work, but results can vary.

Glycerin
Glycerin helps slow evaporation, making the bubble film more flexible and longer-lasting. This is one of the biggest secrets to creating giant bubbles.

Cornstarch
Cornstarch adds a little extra strength to the bubble film, helping giant bubbles stretch farther before popping.

Baking Powder
A small amount of baking powder helps stabilize the solution and can improve bubble performance, especially outdoors.

Mudpuppy Tips:

Giant bubbles work best on cool, humid days with a light breeze.
Let the wind do the work! Instead of waving your wand quickly, slowly walk or gently lift the wand into the breeze.
Hot, dry weather causes bubbles to evaporate more quickly.
If your solution sits for several days, simply give it a gentle stir before using.
The bigger the wand, the bigger the potential bubble—but patience is the real secret!