Description
Create stunning Borax crystal star ornaments with this simple and educational craft project that showcases the beauty of crystallization.
Ingredients
- Borax (1/2 cup)
- Water (2 cups)
- String or fishing line
- Star-shaped cookie cutter or a star mold
- A jar or glass container (heat-safe)
- Heat source (like a stove)
- Food coloring (optional)
- Craft stick (to stir)
Instructions
- Boil the water in a pot.
- Gradually stir in the Borax until completely dissolved.
- Prepare the mold by placing the cookie cutter upright in the jar.
- Attach the string to the cookie cutter, leaving enough length to hang.
- Pour the Borax solution into the jar, covering the mold.
- Add food coloring if desired.
- Leave the jar undisturbed for several hours or overnight.
- Carefully remove the ornament and rinse under cool water.
- Dry the ornament on a paper towel.
Notes
Ensure adult supervision if kids are crafting. Experiment with different shapes and colors!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Crafts
- Method: Crafting
- Cuisine: N/A
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 ornament
- Calories: 0
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 0mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 0g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 0mg