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Growing Crystal Winter Snowflakes

Create beautiful crystal snowflakes using simple household materials, combining science and creativity for stunning winter decorations or gifts.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 day
Course Crafts, DIY
Cuisine Holiday, Winter
Servings 1 project

Ingredients
  

Materials

  • 1 cup boiling water Use fresh boiling water for best results.
  • 3 tablespoons Epsom salts Can be substituted with table salt or rock salt.
  • 1 clean glass jar clean glass jar Any size jar will work, but a larger jar yields larger snowflakes.
  • 1 piece pipe cleaner (white or blue) Bend into a snowflake shape.
  • 1 piece pencil or popsicle stick Used to suspend the snowflake in the solution.
  • 1 string (optional) String For hanging the snowflake.
  • as desired food coloring (optional) Add for color variation.

Instructions
 

Preparation

  • Bend the pipe cleaner into a snowflake shape, securing the ends.
  • In a glass jar, pour the boiling water and add the Epsom salts, stirring until dissolved.
  • Optionally, add a few drops of food coloring.

Submersion and Growth

  • Attach the snowflake to a pencil or popsicle stick using string.
  • Rest the pencil across the top of the jar so the snowflake dangles in the solution.
  • Place the jar in a cool, sunless area and let it sit undisturbed for 24 hours.

Finalization

  • Carefully remove the snowflake from the solution and let it dry.
  • Admire the crystallized snowflake!

Notes

Customize your snowflakes with different pipe cleaners or add multiple colors for a rainbow effect. Experiment with shapes and sizes for unique designs.
Keyword Crystal Snowflakes, DIY Decorations, Educational Crafts, Kids Activities, Winter Crafts