Description
Engage your imagination and spark creativity with these stunning DIY galaxy ornaments made from baking soda. Perfect for the holiday season or as unique gifts, they are easy to make and fully customizable.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup baking soda
- 1/2 cup corn starch
- 1/2 cup water
- Food coloring (various colors)
- Mixing bowl
- Saucepan
- Cookie cutters
- Baking sheet
- Parchment paper
- String or ribbon for hanging (optional)
Instructions
- Mix Ingredients: In a mixing bowl, combine baking soda, corn starch, and water.
- Cook the Mixture: Transfer the mix to a saucepan and cook over medium heat, stirring continuously until it thickens into a dough.
- Cool: Remove from heat and let cool slightly.
- Knead the Dough: Once cool enough to handle, knead until smooth and pliable.
- Color It: Divide dough into portions, adding food coloring to each and kneading until colors are evenly distributed.
- Roll and Cut: Roll the dough to 1/4 inch thickness and use cookie cutters to cut shapes.
- Create a Hole: Use a straw to poke a hole at the top for hanging.
- Bake: Place on a parchment-lined baking sheet and bake at 200°F (93°C) for 1-2 hours until hardened.
- Cool Again: Allow to cool before removing from the pan.
- Add Charm: Add string or ribbon for hanging before displaying.
Notes
Experiment with color mixing or adding glitter for unique designs. Scented options can be made by adding essential oils.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 120 minutes
- Category: Craft
- Method: Crafting
- Cuisine: N/A
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 ornament
- Calories: 5
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 0mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 1g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 0mg