Baking Soda Snowy Crystal Ornaments
Create delightful, custom ornaments using a fun mixture of baking soda and vinegar, perfect for holiday décor or unique gifts.
Ingredients
For the Ornament Mixture
- 1 cup baking soda Main ingredient for the ornament structure.
- 1/2 cup white vinegar Creates a fizzing reaction with baking soda.
- 1/2 cup corn syrup Acts as an adhesive; can be swapped with glue.
- 1/4 cup water To adjust the consistency of the mixture.
- as desired food coloring Optional; for adding color to the ornaments.
Tools and Supplies
- 1 mixing bowl For combining ingredients.
- 1 whisk or spoon For stirring the mixture.
- as needed cookie cutters or molds To shape the ornaments.
- 1 parchment paper To prevent sticking when drying.
- 1 baking tray To hold molds while drying.
- as needed string or ribbon For hanging the finished ornaments.
Instructions
Preparation
- In a mixing bowl, combine 1 cup of baking soda and 1/2 cup of vinegar. Watch closely as the mixture fizzes and bubbles.
Mixing
- Slowly stir in 1/2 cup of corn syrup and 1/4 cup of water. If desired, add a few drops of food coloring.
Molding
- Spoon the mixture into cookie cutters or molds placed on a baking tray. Press gently to shape.
Drying
- Let the molds sit for 24-48 hours to dry completely in a warm, dry location.
Finishing Touches
- Carefully remove the ornaments from the molds. Add string or ribbon for hanging and decorate as desired.
Notes
You can swap out corn syrup for different adhesives like glue for varied texture. Experiment with shapes and add scents or decorations to personalize ornaments.