How to Make a Taba Squishy Kit: A Mom Tested Guide
Look, I get it. You want your kids to have fun without your kitchen looking like a craft explosion happened. The Taba Squishy Kit actually delivers on both counts—if you do it right. Here's exactly how.
What You're Working With
Inside our Taba Squishy Kit:
- Squishy Glue A (200ml)
- Squishy Glue B (200ml)
- Two Silicone Molds
- Paint Pigment
- Mixing Cups
- Stir Sticks
- Flocking Powder
- Charms, Pom-poms and Keychain charms *not included in our STEAM kit
You'll Need From Home:
- Petroleum Jelly
- Parchment Paper (optional)
- Paper Towel (optional)
- Dish Soap
- Gloves (optional but smart)
Why This Matters: We included the good food-grade silicone "squishy glue". No cheap stuff that won't set. The molds are high quality silicone so they hold their shape. The paint pigment are concentrated colours so you only need a little.
Before You Start: The 2-Hour Rule
Decide how many colours you want in your squishy. Here's the real talk: each coloured layer needs 1-2 hours to set before you add the next one. A single-colour design takes 3-4 hours (depending on how large your mold is). Multi-colour takes longer. If your kids are under 6, stick with one colour and save yourself the layering headache. For younger kids, you're doing most of the pouring anyway might as well keep it simple.
Pro tip: Start in the early afternoon and the kids will have Taba Squishy Toys by dinner! Or let it set overnight for the best results.
Step 1: Protect Your Surface
Cover whatever you're working on with parchment paper, optional. If the kids are pouring the mixtures into the molds, as a mom, I recommend the parchment paper for the ease of cleaning up.
Step 2: Prep the Mold
Apply a thin, even layer of petroleum jelly to the inside of the silicone mold. Get into the corners and details. This is what lets your finished squishy slide out of the mold easily without getting stuck or tearing.
Pro move: Use a paper towel to wipe away excess. You want a thin light coating, not gobs of vaseline. 
Step 3: Mix the Glue (This Is Critical)
Combine equal parts Glue A and Glue B in one of the mixing cups. The ratio is 1:1. It doesn't matter if you use 50ml of each or 100ml of each, just keep it even for the best results.
Why both glues? Glue A creates the base, Glue B makes it set properly. Cheap kits skip this. Ours doesn't.
Stir slowly and thoroughly for about 2 minutes. You want it completely blended so it sets properly. 
Step 4: Add Colour
Mix in your paint pigment. Start with less than you think you need. You can always add more, but you can't take it out. Stir until the colour is completely even, no streaks, no white spots.
Tip: If you want a lighter shade, use less pigment. If you want it darker, add a tiny bit more and stir again. Mix and match to make fun new colours! 
Step 5: Pour Into the Mold
Slowly pour the glue mixture into your prepared mold. Take your time. Rushing here creates air bubbles and uneven sets. 
Step 6: The Waiting Game (And It Matters)
Let it cure for 2-4 hours (depending on how large the mold is). The longer you wait, the better it sets. If you're doing multiple colours, wait the full 1-2 hours before pouring the next layer. Just lightly touch the silicone. If it's set and bouncy not liquid, it's safe to pour on top. 
Step 7: Remove the Squishy
Gently pull at the sides of the silicone mold. The squishy should come out easily because of that petroleum jelly coating. If it's stuck, wait another hour.
Step 8: Clean It
Wash your finished squishy with warm water and mild dish soap to remove any remaining petroleum jelly residue. Dry it completely with a paper towel.
Step 9: Optional Finishing Touch
If you're using flocking powder, lightly dust the entire squishy. Brush away any excess gently. If you're skipping flocking powder, wrap it in a damp paper towel before putting it in a bag—this stops it from sticking to itself.
Watch It Being Done
See our YouTube video for the full process in real time. Watching someone else do it first actually cuts your troubleshooting in half.
FAQ: The Questions Every Mom Asks
Q: The glue isn't setting. What went wrong? A: You either mixed the glues wrong (they need to be 1:1) or didn't wait long enough. If you used cheap glue from another kit, that's the problem too. Give it a full overnight. If it's still tacky in the morning, the ratio was off.
Q: Is this messy? A: Only if you skip the parchment paper. Your kids can handle the mixing and pouring—just supervise 6 and under.
Q: Can my 4-year-old do this alone? A: No. Pour for them. Let them mix and pick the colours. They get the fun, you keep the mess contained.
Q: My squishy came out lumpy. A: Air bubbles during pouring or uneven mixing. Next time, stir the glue mixture longer and pour slower.
Q: How long does it actually take? A: Active work time is 15-20 minutes. Waiting time is 2-4 hours (depending on the size of the mold).
Q: Can I make multiple squishies at once? A: Yes. You can also use other molds you have, just make sure to coat the mold with a thin layer of vaseline so the taba squishy toy doesn't stick. Make them side-by-side or one after the other. Just prep both molds before you mix the glue.
Q: My squishy feels sticky after washing. A: Rinse it longer with warm water. The petroleum jelly needs to fully wash out.
Why This Kit Actually Works
The Taba Squishy Kit uses food-grade silicone molds that don't degrade after one use. The glue formula is specifically balanced so it sets properly without staying tacky or cracking. You're not paying for packaging—you're paying for materials that actually function.
Cheap kits cut corners on glue quality. Ours doesn't.
What's Next
Once you nail the single-colour squishy, the multi-colour designs are just patience. Layer your colours 2 hours apart. Start with simpler designs (stripes, half-and-half) before you attempt detailed patterns.
Check out our guide on the best Taba Squishy Making Kit for next-level designs. Or grab a collection of pre-coloured Taba Squishy Toys if you want to skip the mixing and go straight to squishing.
Your kids get the activity. Your kitchen stays intact. Everyone wins.