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Car Wash Foam Bin – Soapy, Sensory Fun for Little Mechanics! 🚗✨ - Savory Splash

Car Wash Foam Bin – Soapy Sensory Fun for Little Mechanics!

Course: DIY
Keyword: Car Wash Foam Bin, child activities, creative play, indoor fun, safe play, sensory play
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Total Time: 15 minutes
Servings: 1 activity
Enjoy a delightful car wash foam bin activity that sparks joy and imagination for little mechanics! Perfect for sensory play.
Print Recipe

Equipment

  • large bin or tray
  • mixing bowl
  • electric hand whisk
  • rinsing buckets
  • towels

Ingredients

Foam Ingredients

  • 1–2 cups shaving cream opt for unscented varieties
  • 1–2 tablespoons dish soap or bubble bath
  • 1 cup warm water ensure it's not too hot
  • as desired liquid food coloring or watercolors optional
  • 1 teaspoon glycerin or corn syrup optional for longer-lasting bubbles
  • 1 large bin or tray to contain the foam
  • 1 rinse water bin for quick handwashing
  • as needed towels for drying hands and surfaces
  • as desired toy cars optional for added fun
  • as desired sponges or old toothbrushes for cleanup

Instructions

Preparation Steps

  • In a large bin, mix 1–2 cups of shaving cream with 1–2 tablespoons of dish soap.
  • Gently pour in 1 cup of warm water while stirring.
  • Drop in a few drops of food coloring for a vibrant touch.
  • Add 1 teaspoon of glycerin or corn syrup for longer-lasting bubbles.
  • Use an electric hand whisk to achieve a super fluffy result.
  • Lay down towels or a plastic mat under the bin.
  • Place a bucket of rinse water nearby for easy handwashing.
  • Let kids use sponges or toothbrushes to help with cleanup.

Notes

Foam is best enjoyed fresh. Rinse bins and toys immediately after use.

Nutrition

Serving: 1activity