Description
Create vibrant and soothing galaxy ornaments using baking soda, cornstarch, and food coloring. A hands-on project for mindful crafting.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup baking soda
- 1/2 cup cornstarch
- 3/4 cup water
- Food coloring or liquid watercolors
- A mixing bowl
- A spatula or spoon
- Parchment paper or a silicone baking mat
- Cookie cutters or other shaping tools (optional)
- A baking sheet
- A cooling rack
Instructions
- Mix the dry ingredients: In your mixing bowl, combine baking soda and cornstarch.
- Add water slowly: Gradually pour in the water, mixing gently with a spatula.
- Heat the mixture: Transfer to a saucepan, stir over medium heat until thickened.
- Knead the dough: Once thick, let it cool and then knead until pliable.
- Divide and color: Split the dough into portions, adding food coloring to each.
- Shape your ornaments: Roll into balls or use cookie cutters for shapes.
- Make holes for hanging: Use a straw or toothpick to create holes at the top.
- Bake or air-dry: Place on a baking sheet; bake at 175°F (80°C) for 1-2 hours or air-dry for days.
- Finish and display: Once dry, add paint or glitter if desired.
Notes
You can substitute food coloring with natural dyes like beet juice or turmeric. Keep ornaments in a cool, dry place for longevity.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 120 minutes
- Category: Craft
- Method: Crafting
- Cuisine: N/A
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 ornament
- Calories: 50
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 0mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 13g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 0mg