Description
Learn how to create dazzling Borax crystal flowers with this easy and fun science craft activity that will delight kids and adults alike.
Ingredients
Scale
Borax Crystal Flowers:
- 3 tablespoons Borax powder
- 1 cup boiling water (per jar)
Additional Supplies:
- Pipe cleaners (in assorted colors)
- Scissors
- Pencils or wooden sticks
- String or thread
- Glass jars or heat-safe containers
Instructions
- Shape the Pipe Cleaners: Twist and bend pipe cleaners into flower shapes, trimming any excess with scissors.
- Prepare Hanging Flowers: Tie a string to each flower and attach it to a pencil or stick for suspension in a jar.
- Create Borax Solution: Dissolve 3 tablespoons of Borax in 1 cup of boiling water per jar.
- Crystal Growth: Submerge the pipe cleaner flowers in the solution and let sit undisturbed for 12–24 hours.
- Final Steps: Once crystals form, remove the flowers, shake off excess solution, and let dry on a paper towel.
Notes
- Use clear jars for better visibility of crystal growth.
- Exercise caution when handling boiling water, especially with children.
- Experiment with food coloring to tint the crystals for added visual appeal.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Craft
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: Not Applicable
Nutrition
- Serving Size: Not applicable
- Calories: 0
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 0mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 0g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
