Ingredients Base Structure White cardboard, thick paper, or foam board Hot glue gun or strong craft glue Small glass bowl or plastic container (used as the growing tray) Crystal Growing Alum powder (potassium aluminum sulfate) Available online, at craft stores, or pharmacies Hot water Food coloring (pink and red) Spoon Heat-safe cup Heart Element Small foam heart, clay heart, or folded paper heart Toothpick or skewer Optional Fine glitter (for extra sparkle) Step 1: Make the Envelope Shape Cut c

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