Description
Create mesmerizing suncatchers that emulate a lava lamp effect using simple materials. Perfect for all ages and a great crafting activity.
Ingredients
- Clear plastic or glass container (like a mason jar)
- Vegetable oil
- Water
- Food coloring (various colors)
- Alka-Seltzer tablets
- Glitter (optional)
- A small spoon
- Ribbon or string for hanging
Instructions
- Prepare Your Container: Start with a clean, clear container and fill it about 1/3 full with water.
- Add Oil: Pour vegetable oil into the container until nearly full, leaving space at the top.
- Color It Up: Use a spoon to add several drops of food coloring into the container.
- Add Glitter: Sprinkle glitter for extra sparkle and mix gently, avoiding breaking the oil layer.
- Create the Lava Effect: Break Alka-Seltzer tablets into pieces and drop them into the mixture to create a bubbling effect.
- Hang & Enjoy: Attach a ribbon or string for hanging and place in a sunny window to admire.
Notes
Experiment with different containers and food coloring for unique designs. For a permanent suncatcher, consider using resin.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Craft
- Method: Crafting
- Cuisine: N/A
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 suncatcher
- 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