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how to make a taba squishy at home

A Taba squishy is basically a soft, slow-rising squishy toy made using silicone (or sometimes foam) and a mold, and you can absolutely make a simple version at home with basic craft materials.

What a Taba Squishy Is

  • It’s a soft, squeezable stress toy, often made with food‑grade silicone or memory foam.
  • The “Taba” styles you see in viral videos usually use a silicone mixture poured into a cute mold (hamster, food, etc.).
  • The result is a slow‑rising, durable squishy you can decorate however you like.

Method 1: “Real” Silicone Taba Squishy

This is the method that most closely matches the viral taba squishies you see online.

Materials

  • 2‑part liquid silicone (Part A + Part B, labeled for crafts or molds, non‑toxic once cured).
  • Flexible silicone mold (any cute shape you like).
  • Silicone pigment or mica powder for color.
  • Vaseline or mold release (to help with easy demolding and fewer bubbles).
  • Plastic cups and mixing sticks/spoons.
  • Disposable gloves and table cover (for safety and cleanup).

Safety note: Use well‑ventilated space, keep materials away from small kids and pets, and never eat or chew the squishy. Even food‑grade silicone is not edible.

Step‑by‑step

  1. Prep the mold
    • Lightly coat the inside of your silicone mold with a thin layer of Vaseline or mold release.
 * Make sure you don’t leave big clumps, just a smooth film so the cured squishy pops out easily.
  1. Mix the silicone parts
    • Put on gloves.
    • In a disposable cup, pour equal amounts of Part A and Part B silicone (check your product instructions in case the ratio is different).
 * Stir thoroughly for at least 2–3 minutes until the color and texture are completely uniform.
  1. Add color and texture (optional)
    • Add a few drops of silicone pigment or mica powder and mix again until even.
 * Some DIYers add a bit of flocking powder to make the surface feel velvety after curing.
  1. Pour into the mold
    • Slowly pour the silicone mix into the lowest part of the mold first, letting it rise to fill the shape to avoid trapping air.
 * Gently tap the mold on the table to pop air bubbles; you can also use a toothpick on any visible bubbles.
  1. Let it cure
    • Leave the mold on a flat surface and let the silicone cure for the full time listed on the package (commonly several hours to overnight).
 * Don’t poke or squeeze it while curing, or you can dent the surface.
  1. Demold your taba squishy
    • Carefully peel the mold away from the silicone, flexing the mold rather than pulling on the squishy.
 * If you used Vaseline, gently wash the cured squishy with mild soap and water and let it dry.
  1. Decorate (optional)
    • Add cute eyes or details with silicone‑safe paint or permanent markers once the surface is fully dry.
 * You can also glue on tiny accessories like bows or charms as long as the glue is flexible.

Method 2: Easier DIY “Foam” Style Squishy

If you don’t want to work with liquid silicone, you can make a “taba‑inspired” squishy using memory foam.

Materials

  • Piece of memory foam (from an old pillow or foam sheet).
  • Scissors.
  • Fabric paint or puffy paint (flexible when dry).
  • Optional: markers for details.

Steps

  1. Cut the foam into your desired shape (simple blob, cloud, or animal).
  2. Trim and round the edges so it feels smooth and squishy in your hand.
  3. Paint the surface with thin layers of fabric/puffy paint, letting each layer dry so the foam stays soft and squeezable.
  1. Add cute face details after the base colors are dry, then let everything cure fully.

This version feels more like traditional foam squishies, but it’s an easy home alternative if you can’t get silicone.

Method 3: Temporary “Taba‑Style” Squishy With Household Stuff

Some videos show very quick, temporary “recipes” using glue, cotton, shampoo, etc.; they are fun experiments but usually don’t last as long as real silicone squishies.

A simple example:

  • Mix cotton balls with shampoo or soap until they are fully soaked, then squeeze the mixture together into a ball and wrap it tightly in plastic wrap or a balloon.
  • The texture will be squishy, but it may leak or dry out over time, so keep it for short‑term play only.

Extra Tips and Forum‑Style Advice

People in DIY and squishy communities often recommend:

  • Start with small molds while you learn mixing and curing times.
  • Test a tiny batch of silicone first so you don’t waste materials if your ratio is off.
  • Share your finished taba squishies on social platforms to get feedback and discover new design ideas and themes.

If you tell me what supplies you already have at home (silicone, foam, just basic school supplies, etc.), I can tailor a specific mini‑recipe for your situation.