davidbowie Posted October 20, 2011 These things have given me hundreds of hours of enjoyment. I take them to all music festivals with me, teach neighborhood children how to do it. I mean who doesn't love a freaking bubble right? Why not wrap soap around air. These are all handmade by me from paint and trees, they're also guaranteed to be waterproof. Thanks for looking at my store! Here are some videos showing what they can do: [Daytime bubbles]( )[Nighttime bubbles]( )[At the park]( )If any of you are realllly interested I handmake sticks to do this at home. All the sticks come with an easy bubbles solution recipe and are totally waterproof. Here's my etsy store: http://www.etsy.com/shop/mrcon41?ref=si_shop Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
davidbowie Posted October 20, 2011 This one is NOT me but still AWESOME More bubbles! 2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Quill Posted October 20, 2011 you're pretty freaky bowie. Who doesn't like bubbles indeed. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
sapito Posted October 20, 2011 I realise its a business for you but would you be able to give any info on how to make up the soap solution? I would to do this with my nieces and nephews, shit would scratch their mind Thanks for sharing Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
davidbowie Posted October 20, 2011 (edited) I realise its a business for you but would you be able to give any info on how to make up the soap solution? I would to do this with my nieces and nephews, shit would scratch their mind Thanks for sharing It's not just a business man, it's a hobby I love to share with people. The reason I make the sticks is because people always asked where I got mine and I figured I might as well make some extra if it would inspire more people to blow them! A really basic bubble solution is: 2.88L Distilled water (this makes a difference) 240ml Blue Dawn complete dish soap 30ml Glycerine The mix I personally use requires sniffing out something on the internet called J-Lube (I include enough of this for 4-5 batches with my sticks). 5.76L Distilled water 580ml Blue dawn complete 120ml Dawn manual pot&pan 60ml Glycerine 2.5ml Powder J-Lube 135ml Generic sex lube This one is a more delicate process. Heat the water to a near boil, then slowly add j-lube while stirring. Continue stirring while adding glycerine and lube. Mix in soaps last. When you add the soap be careful not to create much foam at the top, its not good for your bubbles. Have fun! edit: I'm in US and I have the oz/cup conversions for these if that would help just ask. I think the rest of the world uses metric. Silly Americans! Edited October 20, 2011 by davidbowie Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Bread Filter Posted October 20, 2011 Awesome. Are you coming to EGA davidbowie? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Marcel Posted October 20, 2011 Amazing! I think you've just infected me with a new fucken hobby! Thanks! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
davidbowie Posted October 20, 2011 Awesome. Are you coming to EGA davidbowie? Not sure what that is, I'm in the states? I've got a few shows coming up but nothing big. Amazing! I think you've just infected me with a new fucken hobby! Thanks! That's the purpose! It's a hell of alot of fun, especially once people gather and you get the hang of it. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Bread Filter Posted October 20, 2011 Not sure what that is, I'm in the states? I've got a few shows coming up but nothing big. No worries. It is our big bi-annual planthead meetup which is sadly being held for the last time. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
dollarjuice Posted October 20, 2011 My mother used to make this stuff for us when we were kids. Entertained us for HOURS on end and it's cheap as too. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Justler Posted October 20, 2011 (edited) WOW! I thought plants were the only source of magic left in the world... but that looks wicked! The sticks look pretty easy to make, but out of respect and to say thanks for brining this into my life, I've just ordered some from you. Can't wait to see some of those bad ass bubbles! Edit: Typo Edited October 20, 2011 by Justler Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Rabaelthazar Posted October 20, 2011 That looks so awesome when they pop. The clip on the beach showed it best, I think. Before they pop, they're like giant rainbow slugs crawling through the air. Again, awesome. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
davidbowie Posted October 21, 2011 WOW! I thought plants were the only source of magic left in the world... but that looks wicked! The sticks look pretty easy to make, but out of respect and to say thanks for brining this into my life, I've just ordered some from you. Can't wait to see some of those bad ass bubbles! Edit: Typo Thank you so much! It's exciting to get someone literally on the other side of the world interested in this! Are you able to get the brands of soap I listed in Australia? I will get you package out today if I can make it to the post on time. If not it will go first thing tomorrow! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Marcel Posted October 22, 2011 I had a quick look in the supermarket for Dawn soap products today, and I couldn't find them. Is there a bubble forum where one could ask for Australian equivalents? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
woof woof woof Posted October 23, 2011 how about putting a cyalume stick in the mix for night bubbles? bubble model of the universe...... something out of "nothing" and popping out universe after universe. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ErraneousHerbalist Posted October 23, 2011 how about putting a cyalume stick in the mix for night bubbles? My god... that's brilliant. BRILLIANT! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ThunderIdeal Posted October 23, 2011 Glow sticks contain hydrogen peroxide, and phenol is produced as a by-product. It is advisable to keep the mixture away from skin and to prevent accidental ingestion if the glow stick case splits or breaks. If spilled on skin the chemicals could cause slight skin irritation, swelling, or, in extreme circumstances, vomiting and nausea. Some of the chemicals used in older glow sticks were thought to potentially be carcinogens.[12] The sensitizers used are polynuclear aromatic hydrocarbons, a class of compounds known for their carcinogenity. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
FancyPants Posted October 23, 2011 That looks so awesome when they pop. The clip on the beach showed it best, I think. Before they pop, they're like giant rainbow slugs crawling through the air. Again, awesome. I think they remind me of the time warp tunnels in Donnie Darko :D Yeah wicked when they pop hey? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
davidbowie Posted October 26, 2011 I had a quick look in the supermarket for Dawn soap products today, and I couldn't find them. Is there a bubble forum where one could ask for Australian equivalents? http://groups.yahoo.com/group/soapbubblefanciers/ thats the most active spot i've seen for bubbles Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
DarkSpark Posted October 26, 2011 OMG i think this might be better than Cornstarch on a speaker i want some giant bubble making stick-ropey things ! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
