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Turquoise Crystal Heart

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A fun and simple DIY project to create beautiful crystal heart keepsakes using household materials.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup very hot water
  • 3 tablespoons borax powder
  • Turquoise food coloring (gel or liquid)
  • 1 white pipe cleaner
  • 1 white ceramic plate
  • 1 small heatproof bowl or measuring cup
  • 1 spoon for stirring
  • Optional: wooden skewer, pencil, or chopstick

Instructions

  1. Heat 1 cup of water until very hot.
  2. In a small bowl, mix the hot water with 3 tablespoons of borax, stirring until dissolved completely.
  3. Add a few drops of turquoise food coloring and stir until desired color is achieved.
  4. Shape the pipe cleaner into a heart or your favorite design.
  5. Place the shaped pipe cleaner on the white ceramic plate.
  6. Pour the borax solution over the pipe cleaner, ensuring it’s well covered.
  7. If needed, use a wooden skewer, pencil, or chopstick to hold the pipe cleaner in place.
  8. Let it sit undisturbed for several hours or overnight to let the crystals form.
  9. Once the crystals have formed, carefully remove the pipe cleaner and let it dry.

Notes

Adult supervision is required, especially for heating water and pouring.

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