As someone who’s tested countless slime kits (yes, it’s a tough job), the Original Stationery Ice Cream Slime Kit stands out for its whimsical theme and satisfying textures. Picture this: my kitchen transformed into a pastel slime parlor, with butter slime that feels like softened Play-Doh and cloud slime so fluffy you’ll want to sleep on it. The foam beads add delightful crunch—like popping boba in your favorite drink.

The Sweet Spots: That activator liquid? Pure magic. Unlike other kits where you’re left with soupy disappointment, this one transforms glue into perfect stretchy slime within minutes. The included clay gives butter slime that signature moldable quality—my testers (aka neighborhood kids) spent hours sculpting ‘ice cream’ cones topped with foam ‘sprinkles.’ And parents, rejoice: the non-toxic formula means no panic when little fingers inevitably touch mouths.

Melty Bits: The ‘snow’ additive? Let’s call it what it is—weird damp fluff that clings like wet confetti. I skipped it entirely after one attempt. Also, the scents are either faint or overwhelming; the ‘chocolate’ smelled more like cheap candle wax than dessert. Pro tip: Use half the recommended fragrance drops unless you want your room smelling like a Yankee Candle factory explosion.

Creative Freedom: Where this kit shines is customization. We mixed dyes to create mint chocolate chip hues and layered foam slime over cloud bases for ‘soft serve’ effects. The tiny storage containers (adorable but petite) forced us to get inventive—empty yogurt cups became our go-to for larger creations.

Final Scoop: At $20-ish, it delivers solid entertainment value despite minor flaws. Perfect for playdates or rainy days, though serious slimers might want to supplement with extra glue. Just keep paper towels handy—that pink dye stains like a vengeful marker!