DIY Portable Galaxy

Make a portable galaxy out of simple household items!

Directions


Items Needed:

  • Jar with lid
  • Water
  • Paint (we recommend using three different colors)
  • Glitter
  • Cotton Balls
  • Spoon

Step 1:

Fill 1/3 of the jar with water.


Step 2:

Add several drops of paint.


Step 3:

Stir with spoon.


Step 4:

Stretch cotton balls (about 5) and add to jar. Press cotton balls down with spoon.


Step 5:

Add desired amount of glitter.


Step 6:

Repeat steps 1-5, using a different color of paint each time, until the jar is filled.


Step 7:

Tighten lid and shake.

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