Crystal Gardens
- bluing
- ammonia
- salt
- liquid food coloring
- water
Day #1: Place damp sponge pieces in a shallow glass or plastic bowl. Over sponge, pour 2 Tbsp. each of bluing, salt, water and ammonia.
Day #2: Add 2 Tbsp. salt.
Day #3: Add 2 Tbsp. each bluing, salt, water and ammonia. Avoid pouring on crystal growth. Repeat Day #3 as needed to keep crystals growing. For color, add drops of food coloring.
*Bluing can be purchased in the laundry section at the store.
From Dining on a Dime
Photo By: svdwh
Will this continue to grow as long as you add “day 3″?
Bluing is a liquid purchased in the detergent isle?
Thanks,
Michelle
Michelle yes and yes.
Bluing is usually in the laundry detergent section although it is often on a high or low shelf in that area.
I love this idea….thank you…you are amazing, I enjoy your blog so much!!!
Are the crystal water proof or will they melt when they get wet?
They will melt when wet Amber.
I needed this at Easter! I had purchased a $1 kit for making crystals from Target for my son’s Easter basket and it didn’t have instructions with it–we got it to work, but this would have been so much simpler.
just an FYI…this is a toxic project and all warning lables should be adhered to, especially if you have young children or curious pets.
Thank you for posting this! I remember making these as a kid, when bluing was a staple at Grams house!
Interesting… haven’t seen this before. Looks like a rock in the photo rather than a sponge piece. Must you start with sponge pieces? If so, any requirements for the type of sponge? (ie. must it be natural sponge?)
You can use rocks, string, cotton balls, or any kind of sponge and it doesn’t need to be a natural one.