Baking Soda Crystal Growing Trees

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Begin by measuring two tablespoons of baking soda. Feel the powdery texture as it slips through your fingers.
In your heat-safe container, pour in a half cup of hot water. Listen closely as it gently splashes against the sides.
Stir the mixture slowly with your spoon, watching the baking soda dissolve. Notice the smoothness as it combines fully.
If you choose to add color, now is the time. A few drops of food coloring can create vibrant crystals.
Let the mixture sit undisturbed. You will not require additional movement this is a moment of patience.
Over the next day or two, watch your trees take shape. Crystals will slowly begin to form; notice how they glisten and grow.
As your trees develop, feel free to adjust colors or add more glitter at various stages of growth.
When satisfied with your crystals, carefully remove them from the container. Observe their unique shapes and textures.

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