Baking Soda Crystal Growing Tree
A simple and affordable craft that combines art and science, allowing you to create beautiful, sparkly crystal trees using baking soda and water.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 3 cups baking soda Main ingredient for crystal formation.
- 1 cup water Hot water is used to dissolve baking soda.
- to taste drops food coloring (various colors) Adds color to the crystals.
Tools and Materials
- 1 mold small tree-shaped mold or existing branch Mold shapes the crystals.
- 1 piece baking sheet Used for stability.
- 1 sheet parchment paper Prevents sticking.
- 1 piece saucepan For mixing the solution.
- 1 spoon spoon for mixing For stirring the mixture.
- optional glitter For added sparkle.
Instructions
Preparation
- In a saucepan, add 1 cup of water and gradually mix in 3 cups of baking soda.
- Heat gently, stirring continuously until the baking soda completely dissolves.
Coloring
- Once the baking soda is dissolved, remove from heat and stir in a few drops of food coloring.
Molding
- Carefully pour the mixture into your tree-shaped mold or around a natural branch placed on parchment paper on a baking sheet.
Cooling
- Allow the mixture to cool at room temperature.
Observation
- After several hours or overnight, check on your tree. When the crystals have fully formed, carefully remove them from the mold and display your masterpiece.
Notes
Experiment with different food coloring combinations and try using twigs for a rustic look. Adding glitter can enhance the sparkle effect.