Baking Soda Crystal Growing Tree
A delightful DIY project to create your own Baking Soda Crystal Growing Tree, perfect for mindfulness and creativity.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 1440 minutes
- Total Time: 1450 minutes
- Yield: 1 Crystal Tree
- Category: Craft
- Method: Crafting
- Cuisine: N/A
- Diet: N/A
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup of baking soda
- 1 cup of water
- 1/2 cup of corn syrup (optional)
- A heat-resistant container (glass or ceramic)
- A stirring stick or spoon
- Food coloring (optional)
- A small evergreen branch or twigs
Instructions
- Pour one cup of water into your heat-resistant container.
- Heat the water until warm and stir in one cup of baking soda slowly, watching it fizz.
- If using corn syrup, add half a cup now for larger crystals.
- Stir in food coloring if desired.
- Place the evergreen branch or twigs upright in the mixture.
- Set the container in a warm, undisturbed spot and let it sit for at least 24 hours.
- After 24 hours, check for crystals, gently remove the branch, and let it dry.
- Display your crystal tree in a sunny spot to enhance its beauty.
Notes
Store in a dry place and avoid direct sunlight to preserve its colors. You can disassemble and reuse materials for new projects.
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