Go Back

Crystal Growing Easter Egg Ornaments

A fun mix of craft and science, these colorful crystal-growing ornaments are perfect for Easter and will brighten up your home.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Total Time 1 day
Course Craft, Decoration
Cuisine Celebration, Easter
Servings 6 ornaments

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients

  • 2 halves Plastic eggs Use plastic eggs that can be halved
  • 1 cup Borax For crystal growth
  • 2 cups Water Hot water helps dissolve Borax
  • few drops Food coloring Optional for color

Supplies

  • 1 Small container or jar For mixing the solution
  • 1 spoon Spoon for stirring To mix the solution
  • string String Optional, for hanging the eggs
  • 1 Baking tray or newspaper For drying and catching drips

Instructions
 

Preparation

  • In a small container or jar, heat 2 cups of water until it’s just about boiling.
  • Stir in 1 cup of Borax gradually, ensuring it dissolves completely. This may take a few minutes.
  • Add a few drops of food coloring if desired for colorful eggs.

Prepare the Eggs

  • Take your plastic egg halves and place them on a baking tray or newspaper to catch any drips.
  • You may wish to tie a piece of string through the holes if you plan to hang the eggs later.

Fill the Eggs

  • Carefully pour the Borax solution into each plastic egg half until they are about three-quarters full.

Let Them Sit

  • Place your filled egg halves in a quiet spot where they won’t be disturbed.
  • Allow them to sit undisturbed for 24 hours to grow crystals.

Reveal the Crystals

  • After 24 hours, carefully open the eggs and allow the crystals to dry.
  • You can gently scrape off any excess Borax that may have settled on the bottom.

Display Your Creations

  • Place your beautiful, crystalline eggs on display or hang them as ornaments.

Notes

Experiment with different colors and shapes to create a variety of ornaments. Consider discussing the science of crystallization to enhance learning.
Keyword Crystal Growing, Easter Ornaments, Family Activity, Science Craft, Spring Decorations