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DIY Sensory Bottles from Baby Bottles

January 18, 2012 by Jaimi Erickson 12 Comments

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 {This activity was previously shared on the Infant Activities page in October 2011.}

 

I was first introduced to DIY sensory bottles when I worked in a daycare center. These sensory toys are very easy to make, are great for older kids to help make, and can be made in a variety of sizes.

 

If you do not drink bottled water, you can use baby bottles. I have both a “wet” version and a “dry” version of these sensory bottles to share with you. Here is how I made our DIY sensory bottles from old baby bottles.

DIY Sensory Bottles for Babies

 Wet Version:

 

1) You need baby oil, water, food coloring, sequins, glitter, or small beads, duct tape, and a few baby bottles.

 

2) Fill each bottle with some oil.

 

I filled the one on the left 1/3 full of oil, the one in the middle was 1/2 full and the one on the right was 3/4 full of only oil.

 

I like how the bottle with 3/4 oil turned out the best.
3) Place sequins, little beads, or glitter into the bottle(s) as you like.

 

4) Place water in a cup, place a few drops of food coloring in the water, and mix to combine.

 

I used 2 cups: one with blue water and one with yellow water.Blue water was poured into the bottle on the left (in the below picture).

Yellow water was poured into the bottle on the right.

I mixed the remaining water in the two cups together (to make green) and then poured the green water in to the bottle in the middle.

The amount of water you need will be determined by how much space you have left in the bottle after the oil and decorative items.

5) Place the lids on the bottles, and tape around the lid to create a seal and prevent any leaks (or skilled hands from opening the bottles and spilling the contents).
6) Shake! Observe how the elements mix and settle.

 

With the young ones you can talk about the colors that are seen.  Older children can time or count how long it takes the contents to settle after the bottle has been shaken.  This can be made into an ‘I Spy’ game if you place little toy items inside the bottle before sealing: Encourage your child to try to turn and roll the bottle.

 

Dry Version:

 

Using rice or beans-or both-pour some into an empty baby bottle. Screw on the top and tape if desired so that the contents do not spill.

 

You have a sensory bottle shaker!

This is easy to make with a variety of contents and is easy to change to maintain your infant’s interest. Since this can be a choking hazard if spilled, supervise when it is in use.

You can make all of these DIY sensory bottles and shakers and provide your infant with an interesting sensory play experience. I love quick, easy ideas!

 

Here are a few more DIY toys for babies:

DIY I Spy Tray Table
Sticky Ball for Fine Motor Skills
Infant Activity List
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Enjoy your time at home!

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Comments

  1. Anna Fasolino says

    January 10, 2018 at 10:36 am

    What a fun activity!

    Reply
    • Jaimi Erickson says

      January 13, 2018 at 2:18 pm

      It really was. My infants loved it.

      Reply
  2. Laura says

    May 1, 2015 at 5:57 am

    Oh wow! These look so easy to make. My son loves to steal our bottled drinks so he can shake them, so I know this will be right up his alley. I think I'm going to try and superglue the caps shut.

    Reply
    • Jaimi says

      May 1, 2015 at 8:59 pm

      Super easy, Laura! I like your idea of super glue. Hopefully that will seal them and avoid the "ugly" tape. 😉

      Reply
  3. Shirley A. says

    March 3, 2015 at 5:34 pm

    Thank you for the great idea! I did this for my 15 month old and he's enjoying it! Tomorrow we're going to pain! Great site, thank you!

    Reply
    • Jaimi says

      March 6, 2015 at 1:56 am

      Thank YOU, Shirley, for sharing with me that it was a success for you too. That makes me so happy! I hope the painting went well. That is a fun activity in our house too.

      Reply
  4. deephilisfan says

    June 19, 2014 at 3:50 pm

    I need something for a 17month little girl.

    Reply
    • Jaimi says

      March 6, 2015 at 1:52 am

      I have a page of toddler activities as well! So, scroll up to the top menu bar and click "Toddler Activities" and you will have a lot of fun things just right for your child. Thanks for stopping by!

      Reply
  5. Anonymous says

    May 13, 2014 at 8:21 pm

    My daughter is 4 months old. What is a good age to start the sensory bottles? Thank you so much! Your site is amazing!!!

    Reply
    • Jaimi says

      May 14, 2014 at 2:09 pm

      You are very kind to say that! I am glad you are finding activities and support that is helpful. 🙂 Your daughter is at the perfect age to start introducing the sensory bottles and other sensory experiences because she is probably close to grasping if not already grasping toys with her hands, and the sensory bottles are a great thing to use during tummy time. Lay baby on her belly and place the bottle in front of her so she can see it and try to observe it and grab it. Talk about what she is seeing so she is gaining interaction from you and hearing language. Multiple bottles means more colors, textures, etc to look at and that can mean more time spent exploring! I wish you well and thanks for sharing here. Enjoy your little one.

      Reply
  6. Anonymous says

    April 12, 2014 at 12:54 pm

    Such a great idea! I made these today and DS is really enjoying them.

    Reply
    • Jaimi says

      April 13, 2014 at 1:06 am

      Yeah! I am so glad to hear that. Enjoy and thanks for sharing with me.

      Reply

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