From Stephanie Brown,
Your Guide to Babies & Toddlers.
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When the weather is warm, these bubbles are great for outdoor fun. But don't let the weather stop you — these bubbles can be used indoors as well.

Just keep in mind that bubbles can make hard surfaces slippery very quickly and using food coloring in bubbles might stain some household surfaces.

In addition, while babies love bubble play, be careful around your baby's eyes. You can try substituting the soap in these recipes with a baby shampoo or baby wash for tear-free bubbles.

Best Bubble Solution

1 Cup Water
2 Tablespoons Light Karo syrup or 2 Tablespoons Glycerin
4 Tablespoons Dishwashing liquid

Mix together and have fun!

Colored Bubbles

1 Cup Granulated Soap or Soap Powder
1 Quart Warm Water
Liquid Food Coloring
Plastic Straws
Small Juice Cans

Dissolve soap in warm water. Stir in food coloring until desired color is attained. Give each child a can about 1/3 full of mix and a plastic straw to blow the bubbles.

Fancy Bubbles

1 Cup Water
2 Tablespoon Liquid Detergent
1 Tablespoon Glycerine
1 Teaspoon Sugar

Mix all ingredients together until sugar dissolves. Enjoy!

For even more fun outdoors, older toddlers and preschoolers will enjoy making and using this bubble wand.