Description
Create a charming Baking Soda Crystal Village using everyday materials, combining art and science for a fun and educational experience.
Ingredients
- Baking soda
- Water
- Food coloring (optional)
- Small containers (like cups or jars)
- Pipe cleaners (for shaping structures)
- Cotton balls or sponges (for decoration)
- Spoon (for mixing)
- Optional: glitter (for extra sparkle)
Instructions
- Prepare the Pipe Cleaners: Shape pipe cleaners into desired village structures.
- Mix the Solution: Combine 3 tablespoons of baking soda with 1 cup of water in a mixing bowl.
- Add Color: Mix in food coloring if desired.
- Gently Insert Structures: Submerge shaped pipe cleaners in the solution.
- Wait for Crystals to Form: Place containers in a safe location for 24 hours.
- Observe and Enjoy: Carefully remove structures and rinse to reveal crystals.
Notes
Experiment with different colors and materials for unique designs. Incorporate glitter for added sparkle and seal with spray for preservation.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 1440 minutes
- Category: Craft
- Method: Crafting
- Cuisine: N/A
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 village
- Calories: 10
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 0mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 2g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 0mg