* Exported from MasterCook II * Crystal Garden Recipe By : Serving Size : 1 Preparation Time :0:00 Categories : Mixes Amount Measure Ingredient -- Preparation Method -------- ------------ -------------------------------- 6 tbsp Salt 1 tbsp Ammonia 6 tbsp Bluing -- liquid Food coloring 6 tbsp Water Combine salt, bluing, water and ammonia. Pour over small pieces of rock or coal in a shallow GLASS OR CHINA bowl. Drip food coloring on top, if desired. Crystals will begin to grow soon. Add water occasionally to keep crystals growing. You'll probably want to place dish on a tray or wooden board as crystals grow over the sides of the bowl. Submitted by a Crafty Mom to keep her kids occupied. - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -