Description
Create your own colored salt for home decor or crafts with this fun and easy DIY project.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup coarse salt (kosher salt or sea salt)
- Food coloring (various colors)
- Mixing bowls
- Baking sheet
- Parchment paper (optional)
- Airtight storage containers (for finished salt)
Instructions
- Prepare Your Workspace: Clear a large, flat surface and gather all materials.
- Color the Salt: In a bowl, add 1 cup of coarse salt. Choose your food coloring and start with 2-3 drops, mixing well. Continue adding until you achieve your desired shade.
- Spread the Salt: Line a baking sheet with parchment paper (optional) and evenly spread the colored salt on the baking sheet.
- Dry the Salt: Preheat your oven to 200°F (93°C). Place the baking sheet in the oven for 10 minutes to dry the salt. Remove and let cool completely.
- Store the Salt: Transfer the cooled colored salt into airtight containers for future use.
Notes
Experiment with layering colors or adding essential oils for scented salt. Consider including biodegradable glitter for a creative touch.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Crafts
- Method: Drying
- Cuisine: N/A
Nutrition
- Serving Size: N/A
- 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