Description

Create a mesmerizing glowing fireworks jar with simple household ingredients. This fun and easy DIY project mixes glow-in-the-dark paint with vegetable oil and water to produce colorful droplets that float and burst like glowing fireworks. Perfect for a captivating nightlight or a creative science experiment.

Ingredients

Materials

1 clear glass or plastic jar with lid
Warm water (enough to fill ¾ of the jar)
2–3 tablespoons vegetable oil
Glow-in-the-dark paint (washable, non-toxic recommended)
Food coloring (optional, for added color bursts)
Fork or toothpick (for mixing)
Small bowl

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Instructions

Fill the jar: Pour warm water into the jar until it is about three-quarters full, leaving space for the oil mixture.
Prepare oil mixture: In a small bowl, add 2 to 3 tablespoons of vegetable oil, which will serve as the medium for the glowing paint droplets.
Add paint and color: Drop small amounts of glow-in-the-dark paint into the oil. If desired, add a few drops of food coloring to create vibrant, colorful bursts.
Mix gently: Stir the oil, paint, and coloring gently with a fork or toothpick. Be careful not to overmix to maintain droplet formation.
Combine layers: Slowly pour the oil and paint mixture on top of the warm water in the jar, creating separate layers.
Watch the effect: Wait a moment and observe as colorful droplets float, fall, and burst like miniature fireworks inside the jar.
Enhance glow: Turn off the lights to enjoy the glowing effect. To intensify the glow, charge the paint under a lamp or expose the jar to a blacklight before use.

Notes

Use washable, non-toxic glow-in-the-dark paint to ensure safety, especially if children are involved.
Do not shake the jar vigorously to preserve the effect of floating droplets.
The glow effect intensifies after exposure to bright light or blacklight.
Seal the jar with a lid to prevent spills and to keep the mixture fresh for future enjoyment.