Ingredients 1 cup very hot water (just below boiling) 3 tablespoons Borax powder (laundry aisle) Food coloring: pink, red, or purple Materials Pipe cleaners (pink, red, or purple) Clear glass jar (wide-mouth works best) String or twine Pencil, skewer, or chopstick Spoon Scissors Paper towel Crystal Ratio 3 tablespoons Borax per 1 cup hot water Instructions 1. Shape the Heart Bend a pipe cleaner into a heart shape. Twist the ends together tightly to secure. Tie a piece of string to the top of the

Ingredients 1 cup very hot water (just below boiling) 3 tablespoons borax powder (laundry aisle) Food coloring: pink, purple, teal/blue Materials White pipe cleaner White ceramic plate Heat-safe bowl or measuring cup Spoon Scissors Small folded paper towel or tape (optional, for stability) Step-by-Step Instructions 1. Shape the Heart Bend the white pipe cleaner into a heart shape. Twist the bottom ends together to create a short stem. Stand the heart upright in the center of the plate. Use a tin