Gelatin Sun Catcher
Create a beautiful and calming DIY gelatin sun catcher that brings light and color into your space.
Ingredients
Base Ingredients
- 1 cup Water For dissolving gelatin
- 1 Tbsp Unflavored gelatin Easy to find at grocery stores
- a few drops Food coloring Optional for vibrancy
Decorative Elements
- Flower petals Choose your favorite varieties
- Fruit slices Any fruit you prefer
- Glitter Use for a sparkly effect
- A mold Silicone molds or shallow dish work well
- 1 Stirring stick A spoon or wooden stick
Instructions
Preparation
- Measure approximately one cup of water and pour it into a small saucepan.
- Sprinkle the gelatin over the water slowly and let it bloom for about five minutes.
- Turn the heat to medium-low and stir the mixture until the gelatin is completely melted.
- Once the gelatin is melted, add a few drops of food coloring and stir slowly.
- Prepare your mold by layering your chosen decorations at the bottom.
- Carefully pour the melted gelatin mixture over the decorations.
- Place the mold in the refrigerator and let it set for about three to four hours.
Finishing Touch
- Once set, gently pop the gelatin sun catcher out of the mold.
- Enjoy the beauty and tranquility it brings to your space.
Notes
Store in a cool place away from direct sunlight. Can be reused by melting down and re-molding with fresh gelatin.