Bubble Brew

10 cups water in a large container 3 tablespoons glycerine (found at drugstores) 1 cup liquid Ivory soap bubble makers (see below)

Blowing and chasing bubbles is great entertainment for all ages. Here's the perfect recipe that will guarantee spectacular bubbles whether you blow them or wave your bubble maker like a wand.

Measurements are approximate. Good quality water is important, and if your water has a high mineral content you might be happier using bottled or distilled water. Gently mix all ingredients together in the large container. The quality of the bubble making is dependant on temperature and humidity and wind. It takes practice. You can use anything you want to form the bubbles. Plastic holders for six packs, hula hoops and even you hands will work. For a large bubble take two meters of string, double it up so it is only one meter long, run it through two straws and tie the ends of the string together. Slide the straws so they are opposite each other, dip it into the solution, wave it in the air and you get really big bubbles.

At the State Fair we have had numerous requests for a source to purchase the bubble wand we were using. We don't know the original source, but after checking the web, it appears that this wand is certainly similar.

If you want to save your bubble brew for another time, cover the plastic container with a tight fitting lid and store. Here's a link to a different bubble recipe using corn syrup instead of glycerine. I wouldn't try this recipe in an area with bees or wasps. We haven't tried this recipe ourselves, so let us know if it works.

Adult supervision is required when performing these activities.

----Contributed by Frank Salter, Mark Twain Section