Description
Create a mesmerizing rainbow glow crystal forest using baking soda and vinegar. An enchanting and educational project for all ages!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup baking soda
- 1/2 cup water
- 1/4 cup white vinegar
- Food coloring (various colors)
- UV light source (optional)
- Spoon
- Bowl
- Baking tray or shallow dish
- Parchment paper or wax paper
Instructions
- In a bowl, mix 1 cup of baking soda with 1/2 cup of water until it forms a thick paste.
- Slowly pour in 1/4 cup of white vinegar and watch it fizz and bubble.
- Divide the mixture into smaller bowls, adding food coloring for vibrant hues.
- Line your tray with parchment paper and spoon colorful mixtures onto it in whimsical shapes.
- Allow the creations to dry for a few hours or overnight for optimal crystal growth.
- Shine a UV light on the dry crystals for a stunning glow effect.
Notes
Try using gel food coloring for deeper shades and cookie cutters for defined shapes.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 180 minutes
- Category: Craft
- Method: Crafting
- Cuisine: N/A
Nutrition
- Serving Size: N/A
- Calories: N/A
- Sugar: N/A
- Sodium: N/A
- Fat: N/A
- Saturated Fat: N/A
- Unsaturated Fat: N/A
- Trans Fat: N/A
- Carbohydrates: N/A
- Fiber: N/A
- Protein: N/A
- Cholesterol: N/A