Description
Create a mesmerizing galaxy in a jar that combines art and science through swirling colors and cloud-like formations.
Ingredients
- Clear glass or plastic jar (with a lid)
- Water
- Clear corn syrup
- Food coloring (blue, purple, and white)
- Baby oil or vegetable oil
- Cotton balls
- Glitter (optional)
- Small funnel or pipette
Instructions
- Start with a clean jar: Make sure it’s free of labels and residue.
- Add water: Fill the jar about halfway with warm water.
- Add corn syrup: Slowly pour in a layer of clear corn syrup on top of the water.
- Mix in food coloring: Use a pipette or a straw to squeeze a few drops of blue and purple food coloring.
- Insert cotton balls: Gently place cotton balls on top of the colored liquid for cloud effects.
- Add glitter: If desired, sprinkle a little glitter over the cotton for a starry effect.
- Top with baby oil: Slowly pour baby oil over the cotton.
- Seal the jar: Close it securely, and your galaxy rain cloud is complete.
Notes
Adult supervision is recommended for younger kids. Experiment with different colors and sizes of jars for a unique galaxy look.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Craft
- Method: Crafting
- Cuisine: N/A
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 jar
- 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