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Materials
Materials
- 3 tablespoons Borax powder To create the crystal solution.
- 1 cup Water Boiling water to mix with borax.
- 1 piece String or fishing line To attach decorative elements.
- 1 piece Flower-shaped cookie cutters Use to shape the crystals.
- optional Food coloring To enhance the color of the crystals.
- various Small decorative elements (like beads) Add beauty to the wind chime.
- 1 pot A pot for boiling water
- 1 container A container for the solution
Instructions
Preparation
- Boil water in a pot. Use about 3 tablespoons of borax for every cup of boiling water. Stir until the borax completely dissolves.
- If you're using food coloring, add a few drops to the solution now to enhance the color of your crystals.
- Place the flower-shaped cookie cutter in the container where the solution will go. Secure it with some tape if needed.
- Take a piece of string or fishing line and tie it to your decorative elements.
- Carefully pour the borax solution into the container, filling it up until the cookie cutter is submerged and ensuring any attached elements are submerged.
- Let the mixture sit undisturbed for several hours or overnight. You will begin to notice crystals forming.
- Once the crystals have formed, carefully remove the structure from the container. Rinse it gently in water and let it dry completely on a paper towel.
- Using the string, carefully tie your crystal creations to a larger frame or hoop to hang.
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Tips & Notes:
Handle boiling water carefully. An adult should supervise the boiling water to ensure safety while making this craft.