Materials Clear glass jar 2 cups very hot water (not boiling) Borax powder (laundry aisle) Food coloring: red purple (for raspberry plum) Clean, dry seashell String or cotton thread Spoon, pencil, or stick Measuring cup Stirring spoon Paper towels Color Tip (Raspberry Plum Shade) Soft plum: 2 drops purple 1 drop red Deep raspberry plum: 3 drops red 2 drops purple Dark jewel tone: 4 drops red 3 drops purple Adjust slowly for best color control. Instructions 1. Prepare the Crystal Solution Heat ab

Ingredients 6 tablespoons baking soda (divided) 1 cup white vinegar (divided) Food Coloring Pink food coloring Blue food coloring Green food coloring Color Guide Pink: 3–5 drops pink (add tiny drop red for brighter tone) Turquoise: 2 drops blue 1 drop green (adjust as needed) Materials White shallow plate or tray (best for split colors) Spoon Two small bowls or cups Paper towels (for cleanup) Tray (optional, for overflow protection) Instructions 1. Prepare the Baking Soda Base Spread 6 tablespoo

MATERIALS & INGREDIENTS Jar & Decor Clear glass mason jar Blue glass pebbles or colored gravel White sand Small decorative stones Mini seashells and starfish (optional) Colorful pipe cleaners (pink, purple, yellow, blue, green) Crystal Solution 1 cup boiling water 3 tablespoons borax powder (or alum powder for finer crystals) Color (Optional) Blue food coloring Clear or holographic glitter (optional) Tools Heat-safe bowl Spoon Scissors Pencil or wooden stick String Paper towels STEP 1 — Shape th