Description
A magical DIY project that combines science and art by creating a stunning baking soda tree that grows with a chemical reaction.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup of baking soda
- 1/2 cup of white vinegar
- 1 tablespoon of corn syrup
- 1–2 tablespoons of food coloring (various colors)
- A shallow tray or dish
- A small plastic or paper cup
- Optional: glitter or sequins for added sparkle
Instructions
- In a shallow tray or dish, combine 1 cup of baking soda and 1 tablespoon of corn syrup. Mix thoroughly until you create a moldable paste.
- Shape the baking soda mixture into a tree-like structure, ensuring stability. Set aside to dry for about 30 minutes.
- In a small cup, mix 1/2 cup of vinegar with 1-2 tablespoons of food coloring and stir gently.
- Once the tree has dried, carefully pour the vinegar solution over your baking soda tree and watch the reaction create crystalline growth.
Notes
Experiment with different food coloring and add glitter for sparkle. Ensure a stable base for best results.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Craft
- Method: DIY
- Cuisine: N/A
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 tree
- Calories: Unknown
- Sugar: Unknown
- Sodium: Unknown
- Fat: Unknown
- Saturated Fat: Unknown
- Unsaturated Fat: Unknown
- Trans Fat: Unknown
- Carbohydrates: Unknown
- Fiber: Unknown
- Protein: Unknown
- Cholesterol: Unknown