Description
Create enchanting baking soda galaxy ornaments with this easy-to-follow guide, perfect for holiday crafts and decorations.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup baking soda
- 1/2 cup cornstarch
- 3/4 cup water
- Acrylic paints or watercolor (blue, purple, black, pink, gold)
- Paintbrushes or sponges
- Fine glitter, mica powder, or metallic pigment (for starry shimmer)
- Optional: white paint pen or toothbrush (for splatter ‘stars’)
- Ribbon, twine, or metallic thread (for hanging)
Instructions
- Gather Your Supplies: Collect all supplies and prepare a tray or parchment paper.
- Make the Dough: In a saucepan, combine baking soda, cornstarch, and water. Heat until thickened (about 5–7 minutes), then knead until smooth.
- Shape the Ornaments: Roll out dough to 1/4-inch thickness, cut out shapes, and poke holes for hanging. Let dry for 24–48 hours or bake at 175°F for 1–2 hours.
- Paint the Galaxy Effect: Once dry, paint with acrylic or watercolor paints, blending colors for a galaxy look.
- Add Sparkle and Hang: Sprinkle glitter or mica powder over wet paint, let dry, and thread with ribbon or twine for hanging.
Notes
- Protect surfaces with a tray or parchment paper.
- For a more textured look, using a sponge to apply paint can be beneficial.
- Ensure to completely dry the ornaments before hanging.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 1-2 hours (if baking)
- Category: Craft
- Method: Crafting
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