Grow rainbow salt crystals
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Turn a used toilet paper roll into a fantastical garden of colorful salt crystals! Creator Jim, AKA HvySteel, is part artist, part scientist. His HowTo brings back great memories of our youth.

To get such ornate sculptures, proper chemical reactions must take place. 'The crystals are formed by salt molecules joining together as the liquid evaporates into the air. The ammonia helps to speed the rate of evaporation.' ¹

This garden blooms indefinitely. Add new colors for a layering effect. Add new growth platforms like sponges, charcoal or strings to grow a more complex structure.

Make a salt crystal garden

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themaniak 1 year ago
cool.....i love voodoo child by the great hendix
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nesia boo 10 months ago
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usoetheind 4 months ago
Very good for hobby and projects
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jonny2420 3 months ago
sweet me to
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patjohn 3 months ago
how long does it actually take???
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joshanduril 2 months ago
what is Mrs. Stewarts's liquid bluing? where can i buy that one....
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