Description
Create stunning crystal butterflies using pipe cleaners and borax, a perfect craft for all ages.
Materials
- Assorted colored Pipe Cleaners
- Borax
- Hot Water
- Jars for suspension
- String for hanging
- Pencil for shaping
- Optional Food Coloring
Instructions
- Shape your butterflies by twisting pipe cleaners into desired forms.
- Prepare the borax solution by dissolving borax in hot water in jars, adding food coloring if desired.
- Suspend the shaped butterflies in the solution using string, ensuring they aren’t touching the bottom.
- Let them set overnight for optimal crystallization.
- Remove the butterflies from the solution in the morning and allow them to dry thoroughly before displaying.
Notes
Be cautious with hot water and experiment with colors to enhance your butterflies’ appearance.