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Jelly in the bath? No it is "Gelli Baff"!

29/4/2014

 
Earlier in the year a friend told me about "Gelli Baff" ... a product that turns water into a jelly-like goo and back into water.  I searched for it in lots of stores but couldn't find it at any of the listed suppliers.   I stumbled across "Gelli Baff" at my local toy store when they discounted it recently.  

"Gelli Baff" is not recommended for children under 5 years of age unless they are supervised by an adult.  It should not be consumed. The manufacturer states that it is a "harmless powder which holds 400 times similar to its own weight and has similar properties to a disposable nappy".  The dissolving sachet is pure table salt.  

For more product information see http://www.gellibaff.com.au/

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Gelli baff turns water into jelly-like goo and back into water again.
In the "Gelli Baff" box you get two packets of powder.  It is a simple application.  Here's what to do...

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1. Fill the bath with 40 litres of water.
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3. Wait 5 minutes for the magic (we couldn't wait).
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2. Sprinkle the powder evenly into the water.
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4. Stir the powder into the water until it dissolves.
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5. Ready to play (can you see the density changing in the photographs?)

Miss 7 and Mr 3 were really excited.  Miss 7 leapt into the bath and immediately LOVED it.  Mr 3 dipped a toe and said "yuck...urgh it's slimey" and then was taken to the shower.

Here's the "Gelli Baff" in play...
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To really get an idea of the texture here is a short video.
To turn the goo back into water...
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Sprinkle "Step 2" powder that is provided evenly over the goo.
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Wait 5 minutes for the goo to turn back into water and stir (we were not good at waiting again).
This is a pretty cool product and I can see it used in a sensory play tray at home, childcare or preschool. It would also be great in an outdoor wading pool in summer.

I forgot to mention the colour changes as you add the "step 2" powder so we went from yellow to green.  There are other colour options too.  This will also interest those who like science looking at density and colour.  The colour does not stain the bath or your child.

Miss 7 reports that it felt like a "hug" in the water.  Mr 3 is a bit tactile defensive (reacts to touch sensations) and did not enjoy the experience.  We found that a rinse off in clean water was necessary for both kids after playing with "Gelli Baff".

Would your kids like Gelli Baff?  Try it and see!
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Gelli Baff - Blue to Purple Colour changing
Gelli Baff 600g Princess Twin Pack (Pink)
Note: I have not received any remuneration for this product review.  All opinions are comments are my own.  This post does contain affiliate links.

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Margaret link
30/4/2014 02:18:22 am

Interesting stuff. I have never heard of it. I love your suggestion of a sensory tray or kiddie pool. The idea of it in my home bath tub would stress my husband out. Haha. Personally, I would not be thrilled about touching this stuff but I can think of plenty of children who may love it.

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30/4/2014 02:30:54 am

My husband had the same reaction, Margaret!


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