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Materials
- Baking soda (easy to find in any grocery store)
- Water
- Clear glass or plastic containers (also optional)
- A piece of string or yarn (for hanging, if desired)
- Food coloring (optional, for personalization)
Instructions
- Start by measuring about 1 cup of water and pour it into your container. Listen to the gentle sound of water as it fills the glass.
- Gradually add 3 tablespoons of baking soda to the water, stirring slowly until it dissolves completely. Notice how the texture changes as the baking soda mixes in.
- If you wish to add color, now is the time. A few drops of food coloring will transform the mixture into a vibrant blend.
- Allow the mixture to sit still for several hours, preferably overnight. During this time, observe how the crystals will slowly begin to form.
- If you’d like to create a hanging decoration, use the string to suspend your structure above the water. Cut the string to your desired length, tying one end around a stick placed across the top of the container.
- Once the crystals grow to your liking, carefully remove them from the solution. You can gently rinse them in water to remove any excess materials and reveal their beauty.
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