For this, youll need something called the fluorescent dyes. Use white-colored ones for weddings or pink for a girl's party. When taking a large group of children to the movies, give each kid a glow stick necklace or bracelet. Jamie loves writing about DIY projects, decorating on a budget, craft ideas, and creative ways to reuse and upcycle products. Floating, glowing balloons would be so pretty. Seal the jar or bottle and gently shake it in every direction until all the sides are covered with glitter. Jamie Brock (author) from Texas on July 09, 2012: Cherylvanhoorn- Thank you for visiting and taking time to comment! Jamie Brock (author) from Texas on March 25, 2012: Stephanie, thank you for the vote! You could also vary the scavenger hunt theme by assigning each person a color & they are only allowed to collect their own color. GlstngRosePetals from Wouldn't You Like To Know on September 10, 2012: My children love glow sticks and we never thought of anything fun to do with them except for twirling them around, now that I've read your hub we can do so much more. Please see our full disclosure for further information.
This article highlights fall activities that are fun for kids of all ages. I never dreamed there were so many different neat things you could do with them. Six Unsolved Math Problems Could Fetch You $6 Million, Child Birth or Getting Kicked in the Balls. Sodium Acetate (Remember Hot Ice). Ever wonder what would happen if your poured glow stick into a jar of water? Looking forward to some glowing baths :) As usual, you've added another great idea! http://thelovelypoppy.blogspot.com/2011/10/blog-follower-giveaway.html, http://www.feedingnineonadime.blogpsot.com. jenbeach21 from Orlando, FL on August 23, 2012: Jamie Brock (author) from Texas on August 22, 2012: Lee Tea- So glad you like the hubI was amazed at all the different ideas that I found that people could do with glow sticks! Thank you for stopping by :). Oh, and also, Another awesome glow stick activity is to do some glowstick bowling!
2022 The Arena Media Brands, LLC and respective content providers on this website. Jamie Brock (author) from Texas on February 18, 2015: monika- I'm not sure actuallybut I don't see why there would be a problem unless the chemicals in the helium and the stick react to each other and I don't know how that would happen because the chemicals inside the glow stick are encased in plastic.. That would be so cool though! Mix the blue and Yellow solutions for the. Skyler DeCristoforo from Olympia, WA on July 06, 2012: glow sticks are awesome! How about using glow pigments instead of glow sticks I dont know how they would work with water but it may turn out to work well. How do you dispose of them after the glow is gone? Very cool idea! Your email address will not be published. DeborahNeyens- Kids do the funniest things sometimes..or maybe it was an accident? Jamie Brock (author) from Texas on July 03, 2012: moonlake- Thank you for the vote up, sharing and pin. Jamie Brock (author) from Texas on January 17, 2013: Shiley- I'm so glad you enjoyed this hub! Here's another use, when we go camping in large groups we use them to light up the door of the out house, and then stick another inside. Gather up each bag a few inches from the top (which is actually the bottom) and put a rubber band around each one. Nichelle Webster from Silicon Valley on July 26, 2013: What a fun Hub. We usually do it first thing the next morning because the longer the glitter is left inside the jar, the harder it will be to clean and the higher the likelihood that you will have to throw out the bottle and start fresh. Although, they say if you put it in the freezer when finished it could last longer. Wouldn't an aquarium be a neat thing to use them in?! (You can press the bottle opening onto a paper towel to catch the glitter and dispose of it in the trash if you want to avoid pouring microplastics down the drain.). Simply fill a.
If I could just figure out which one of these I want to do first :). Doing a little planning will make the day (or visit) go a lot smoother and will be a lot more fun. If you add water, the glow will last longer. As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases. Each kid got a plastic goblet and my wife would ladle juice into their cups. The kids loved seeing all the colours. It GLOWS! I was so surprised to find out all the neat things you can do with glow sticks just a bit ago, my little boy had a glow stick bath. Keep some in your car for traveling, just in case the car breaks down at night. As the video tells you in the beginning, making these at home will cost you more than a ready-made glow stick. You can even mix colors together to form a different color. I collect beer and wine bottles and now they can be put to use. Sarah Forester from Australia on February 16, 2014: Love this Hub, I don't think anyone can deny how much fun glow sticks are! The Craft-at-Home Family uses cookies to ensure you have the best possible experience on our site. That is not the thing you want lit up with a glow stick! We had several colours of glow sticks, so we used them to create a rainbow assortment of fairies in a jar. I had to strain out the glass before washing the mason jar. Notify me of follow-up comments by email. Waste of money! I added about three or four tiny scoops. I never even thought about them being used so many different ways. Voted up and shared. This would be best outdoors--imagine the fun when someone races toward a glow only to find it's not their color! Just keep in mind that if you do choose a larger container, you will need to use a larger glow stick as miniature glow sticks dont contain enough liquid to cover the sides of a regular-sized mason jar. Kris Heeter from Indiana on December 09, 2012: Wow, I never would have even though of using them in a bathtub or pool - that's pretty cool! We tried this but had a lot of trouble getting the glow stuff out.
busy all through the holidays! Thanks for dropping by! Thanks :). ! Are you sick of hearing that from your kids? Its hard believe that all it takes is a glow stick and some glitter to make these amazing glowing fairies in a jar from dollar store supplies. But fun to do when the fun doesnt work! iguidenetwork from Austin, TX on August 27, 2012: I love glowing colors, I would really like to try those sticks for parties, they'll be exciting additions for sure. Found you on the T & J link party! Making your own fairy jars with glow sticks takes under five minutes, and our kids absolutely love them. I never really even thought about that.
Place these jars all around the room. Jamie Brock (author) from Texas on July 01, 2012: Ryan-Palmsy, yes, the are fun, aren't they?! "Im so bored! First Man-made Object in Space - A Manhole Cover? [] too. Kendall. I came across this interesting video which teaches you how to make glow sticks at home. Chantele Cross-Jones from Cardiff on August 27, 2012: This is brilliant, so many fun ideas. We did them in plastic water bottles and then just threw the whole thing away. Start by cutting the end of the glow stick off and pouring the contents into the jar. Please note that by submitting your comment, you are agreeing to the terms of our Privacy Policy. I've used these when I go trick-or-treating and when there's a brownout! Jamie Brock (author) from Texas on December 10, 2012: logoquiz- Thank you so much for dropping by.. glad you enjoyed the hub :). If you make one of my projects, Id love to see it! Learn age appropriate tips for helping your child build sand castles and sculptures.
Then, shake the jar.
We tried this and it did not workthe glow onlu lasted about 3 min then it faded to nothing. This means that the glow from the fairies in a jar will slowly fade as your child falls asleep. Have a friend or one of the kids spell their name in the dark with a glow stick. Crack a few sticks, throw them into the tub, and start running the water. Iridescent glitter is translucent rather than opaque, which will allow the light from the glow stick liquid to shine through. You can also use these glow-in-the-dark fairy jars as DIY night lights. Looking for some fun science projects to do with kids? The effect was amazing. Cindy A Johnson from Sevierville, TN on September 22, 2012: I love all these ideas. For this reason, I usually cut off both ends to make it flow better. This activity is very popular with kids, but I have to admit, I would love to give this one a try myself. It was so cool!
Be sure it's only 10 seconds because they will explode if you leave them longer. The second chemical is added to keep the liquid in alkaline state.
We have found the answer to be yesas long as you clean them properly. When you are done pouring, feel free to discard the empty glow stick as you wont be needing it. Voted a lot of things. Although it is clear and looks almost like water, you should avoid touching it with bare skin. Jamie Brock (author) from Texas on September 23, 2012: Esmeowl12- I know it! Jamie Brock (author) from Texas on March 31, 2012: talfonso, thank you for stopping by! Jamie Brock (author) from Texas on June 23, 2012: chemstudent - Hi, I'm not sure if the liquid could be suspended in gelatin or not..but it's worth a try. awesomeness! These miniature glow jars come together in under five minutes, and they make great DIY night lights or fairy garden lanterns. We only endorse products, services and merchants that we have personally used/tested and consider of the highest quality standard. Jamie Brock (author) from Texas on November 30, 2012: ashlin- That's cool! | Schooled by Science, 11 Ultimate Glow Stick Activities - TGIF - This Grandma is Fun. Yes, I've seen them at Oriental Trading too and I love that they are so inexpensive. I can't wait to use these ideas. We used full size glow sticks, not the skinny dollar store ones as well. Thanks for dropping by :). Ty ladies! Spray any size jar with frosted spray paint, and then add some glow sticks. Autumn is a wonderful time of year to spend time outdoors as a family. I loved your ideas and plan on sharing them on the next family gathering. Deborah, Wow, It definitely makes sense to take these camping.. they are a great source of light and what a great idea putting them around your dogs neck to keep track of him/her. The Arena Media Brands, LLC and respective content providers to this website may receive compensation for some links to products and services on this website. 2. Jamie Brock (author) from Texas on September 11, 2012: GlstngRosePetals - I know what you mean, before I researched for this hub, I thought glow sticks were fun for wearing as a bracelet or necklace in the dark and that was about it.. Then bend the glowstick and drop the whole stick in the bottle (don't break it open or anything, just the whole stick :) ) Grab a ball, turn off the lights and go for it! Our kids cant get enough of these simple little glow stick fairy lanterns. I have never thought of DIY glow sticks. Sojourner McConnell from Winchester Kentucky on March 26, 2012: This is a great fun hub. The air currents moved the balloons and glowsticks all around so all you could see was these spooky green lights twisting and turning in the sky. We love to sit in the backyard after dark and always put a glow stick necklace around our dog's neck so we can see where he is. Do NOT let children open glow sticks. Jamie Brock (author) from Texas on August 27, 2012: daisydayz- Thank you for the vote up and for the fairy jar idea! I was surprised myself to learn how many ways they can be used. I think if the lanterns are without water they will be less heavy for kids to carry. I've got a bag of them now, just waiting to be thrown into the tub sometime. I'm glad you like these! Why dont we ever do ANYTHING? Thankfully, in the meantime, we have this super simple fairy jar craft to fall back on! Take small baby food jars that have been sprayed with frosted paint and drop a glow stick in each jar. Taking a picture while spelling "love" with glow sticks. Those are great ideas and I want to use them with my kids group at church. All week you have been waiting to play with your kids, but you don't know what to do. Great hub, Jamie. im stopping by from the lovely poppy and would love for you to come by and checkout the huge giveaway going on that ends thursday- http://thelovelypoppy.blogspot.com/2011/10/blog-follower-giveaway.html xoxo nicole, This is yet another great way to use mason jars!http://www.feedingnineonadime.blogpsot.com. Using a plastic bottle would have been so much easier! Its definitely worth a little experiment. Here are 10 fun outdoor activities for grandparents to do with their grandchildren. Now stick them in the ground and take a look at all of the glowing mushrooms! Be sure to read the tips for making sure [], Your email address will not be published. The shattered glass will be mixed in your jar, so be careful when disposing as well. Jamie Brock (author) from Texas on September 24, 2013: Dan- That IS a great idea! 9,10-diphenylanthracene for Blue White in solid state. I would have been afraid to look! Do your kids love project that glow in the dark? I once bought a bunch of large helium balloons and tethered them all together with long pieces of very light string. Glad you enjoyed the hubthank you so much for dropping by :), Kim- Oh wow.. that is an awesome idea.. thank you for sharing :). Bill Holland from Olympia, WA on March 29, 2012: Well that was pretty cool! We always seem to end up with a bunch of. Thanks! Storing glow sticks in the freezer makes them last longer. Thanks for sharing all these fun ideas. Lolkids and I dance in the dark with glowsticks and take them camping, I'm excited to learn more ways to have fun with them - excellent idea for a hub. It's fun to create and bury a time capsule for you to dig up the following year to read our messages from the past. For more details, please view, Free Printables Library (For Subscribers), DIY Glow-in-the-Dark Halloween Window Clings (with Free Template! Can you just add another glow stick to the same water and keep re-using? I do believe I'll have to try some of these ideas! So doing this next year. Makes me wary of cutting one open. At your next event you can: The liquid continues to glow even when it is outside of the tube. Thanks for dropping by :). Such a fun and easy glow-in-the-dark craft for kids! Finally something to keep the kids occupied. Add ice and your clear beverage of choice (like Sprite). I've heard of people busting glow sticks open to splash the liquid onto a T-shirt for a splotchy glowing effect, but the liquid has very small shards of glass in it, so this is not a good idea. Lots of good ideas. Keep some handy at home during storm season in case the electricity goes out. Once the glow stick is glowing at full strength, use a pair of sharp scissors to cut off the tip. Those look great and I cant believe how long they lasted! sounds like so much fun, love it! The site we usually rent doesn't have power, so it gets really dark if its cloudy. Thanks for the suggestion Ronda! Wasteless Project from Worldwide on July 19, 2013: Hello Jamie, as you mentioned that glow sticks are non toxic I was wondering if that also means that discarding the used sticks (and producing them to begin with) isn't hazardous for the environment?
I used a pint sized and a quart size and used 2 full sized sticks in the quart. Being stuck at home is hard, especially for children. Because the bottles we use are so small, they can be a little difficult to clean. Glow Stick Lanterns These were a hit a couple of years ago with the kids. Jamie Brock (author) from Texas on March 29, 2012: Thank you billybuc! Thanks for sharingVoted up and pinned. Jamie Brock (author) from Texas on August 30, 2012: idigwebsites- Thank you :) Glad you enjoyed the hub.. glow sticks really are so much fun! you can put glow stick in a balloon for extra glow but can you use helium to make the balloon float is that safe. I work at summer camps and one thing we did with staff at the end of the summer after the kids had all gone home and the cleaning was done was glow stick swimming. You get a large jar, large flake glitter and a glow stick. Maybe I'll use those genial ideas! Jamie Brock (author) from Texas on April 01, 2016: gatheringgarden- I'm so glad you enjoyed the hub!
It seems as though not all glow sticks are the same and Ive received mixed results in the comments section. Thanks for the nice comment and have lots of fun with the glow sticks :). After all, there are plenty of activities that will keep little ones happy and engaged during the colder months from "ice-skating" at home to painting with shaving cream to making gingerbread playdough. Patricia Scott from North Central Florida on January 15, 2013: Great tips. Hopefully you were able to use a few of the ideas with your kids at church! Wonder no more! Use red, white, and blue glow sticks for the 4th of July; orange, green, and purple for Halloween; and green for St. Patrick's Day. We have found that ours begin to fade after 20 minutes or so, but it takes several hours for them to stop glowing completely. Glad you enjoyed the hub :). Why add water to the jar.? Thanks for info.
I like some of your ideas though! Each person got a glow stick and we went out into the lake. I love baking, sewing, making cute things with my kids, and sharing what I've learned with all of you! The Craft-at-Home Family is a participant in the Amazon Services LLC Associates Program, an affiliate advertising program designed to provide a means for us to earn fees by linking to Amazon.com and affiliated sites. Oh, don't forget the bubbles! He loves it! Includes how to video and photos taken at the annual Rehoboth Beach Sand Castle Contest. The amount of time that they will glow for will depend on the brand of glow sticks you buy. I had fun researching this one and finding all the different ways glow sticks can be used. Great job Jamie! Thank you so much for dropping by :). Here is a list of fun and natural outside and backyard activities that are free for you, your toddlers, and preschoolers. Except the fact that during a power outage the fan does not work. I definitely want to try these. I love baking, sewing, making cute things with my kids, and sharing what I've learned with all of you! Subscribers gain access to my free printables library as well as to fun bonuses that will never be available on my site! I'm glad that you have found this hub useful. Learn More About The Author. Do your kids love fairies as much as ours do? They glow very brightly when you first make them, but the light eventually fades, just like it does with glow sticks. Ive been meaning to start a fairy garden with them for a while now.
I had no idea you could use them in so many creative ways! The glow bath was one of my favorites :). You always have such great ideas!!! The pint sized one seemed to be brighter than the quart sized jar. For more of such interesting chemistry tricks do subscribe to NurdRage on Youtube. If you cant watch it, Ive mentioned everything in detail below. I never knew so many cool and even beautiful things to do with glow sticks. They would make a great addition to any DIY fairy garden at dusk. It acts as anoxidizing agent, reacts to form an unstable compound, which excites the dye to anexcited state. Then, let them soak for a little bit, gently shaking the bottles to loosen the glitter. Jamie Brock (author) from Texas on March 30, 2012: Hi Ebower, thank you for your nice comment and the vote up! Jamie Brock (author) from Texas on October 29, 2014: FictionFish- You are very welcome! Hang them from the ceiling or let people play with glowing balloons! Nevertheless, it should be fun to try at home. The best thing: You dont have to worry about mixing exact measurements.An experiment definitely worth a try! The first one is TCPO (DNPO or CPPO can also be used). Lee Tea from Erie, PA on August 21, 2012: I've seen glowsticks on mushrooms, but never mushrooms on glowsticks! Note: Make sure to use iridescent glitter, not regular coloured glitter. I had no idea there were so many things you could do with them.
So cool I love the glitter idea too! Under each balloon I hung a green glowstick and let them all go (at night, obviously). With classics like Snap, Old Maid, Go Fish, Crazy Eights and Rummy, card games are a great way to spend some family time together. Titin Protein - The Longest Word in English, The Astonishingly Funny Story of Mr. McArthur Wheeler, How to Make Glow Sticks Yourself Backed by Science! Sarah Forester from Australia on April 04, 2014: Mona Sabalones Gonzalez from Philippines on March 24, 2014: Lovely ideas, especially the one about making lanterns by filling jars with glow sticks. Definitely worth looking into. Why not just pour the contents of the glow stick into ta dry jar ? I have a sack of them right now waiting to be opened. Thats not water in there its a caustic chemical that ate the paint off the dash of my truck after it exploded from the Suns heat. I'm planning on buying a whole bunch to have on hand for birthdays or whatever.. plus I have a 4 year old little boy that would just have a ball with them! cherylvanhoorn from Sydney on July 08, 2012: wonderful, wonderful and more wonderful.
