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Glow-in-the-Dark Crystal Flowers

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Create magical glow-in-the-dark crystal flowers with simple materials in under an hour.

Ingredients

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  • 1/2 cup Borax
  • 2 cups Water
  • Food coloring (optional)
  • Pipe cleaners
  • String
  • Small heat-safe cup or jar

Instructions

  1. Shape your pipe cleaners into lovely flower forms and keep the shape open for crystal collection.
  2. Boil 2 cups of water and stir in 1/2 cup of Borax until fully dissolved.
  3. Hang the pipe cleaner flowers inside the Borax solution using string tied to a small cup or jar.
  4. Allow the solution to sit undisturbed for several hours or overnight.
  5. Lift your sparkling creations out and admire the crystal formations.

Notes

Adult supervision is recommended during boiling and pouring steps.

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