Description
Create your own stunning blue crystal ornaments with this fun and educational DIY project. Perfect for all ages, this craft not only beautifies your space but also teaches about crystallization.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup hot water
- 3 cups granulated sugar
- 1 cup blue food coloring
- Glass jar or container
- Wooden stick or string (for crystal hanging)
- Optional: Baking soda (for cleaning the jar)
Instructions
- Prepare Your Jar: Choose a clean glass jar. If necessary, clean the jar with baking soda.
- Make the Sugar Solution: Boil 1 cup of water, gradually adding 3 cups of sugar while stirring until fully dissolved.
- Add Color: Stir in 1 cup of blue food coloring until you achieve a vibrant shade.
- Set Up for Crystals to Form: Carefully pour the solution into the jar and suspend a wooden stick or string in the solution.
- Let the Crystals Grow: Place the jar in a cool location for about 5–7 days while checking occasionally.
- Remove and Display: Once satisfied with the size, remove the crystals from the solution and allow them to dry before displaying.
Notes
Customize colors and shapes for unique designs. Experiment with different substances to change properties.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Craft
- Method: DIY Crafting
- Cuisine: N/A
Nutrition
- Serving Size: N/A
- Calories: 50 per crystal (estimated)
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 0mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 0mg