Cupboard Crafts & Experiments: Salt Crystals Fun

Supplies:

• Epsom salt
• Hot water
• Jar
• Measuring cup
• Food coloring (optional)
• Spoon
• Bowl or cup for mixing
• Sand or small pebbles

Directions:

1. You will need equal parts salt and water, you can decide how much based on the size of your jar. Measure out the salt and add it to your jar.
2. Measure out the same amount of water and add to your mixing bowl or cup. If you are adding food coloring, put a few drops in the water and mix with your spoon.
3. Pour colored water into jar with salt.
4. Mix for 1-2 minutes.
5. Add a tiny bit of sand or a pebble or two for the crystals to grow on.
6. Put your jar in the fridge or, to jump start the process, put it in the freezer for 10 minutes before moving it into the fridge over night.
7. Pour out the solution to reveal your crystals!

Watch this project at: https://youtu.be/e-OZVxuchkU