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Magic Hydrophobic Sand

Equipment

  • Spoon
  • Container for water
  • Funnel

Ingredients

  • 1 bag play sand or decorative sand 1 lb - assorted colors
  • Disposable aluminum trays
  • Scotchgard fabric water shield

Instructions

  • Pour each sand color into its own aluminum tray.
  • In a well-ventilated area (highly recommend being outside) spray each color of sand with the Scotchgard fabric spray. Use the spoon to incorporate the spray into the sand.
  • Repeat until all the colored sand has been strayed with Scotchgard.
  • Leave the sand in a well-ventilated area for 24 hours, stirring each container of sand a few times while it dries.
  • Fill a container with water. Pour or spoon the sand into a funnel, and watch as it floats to the bottom of the water.
  • Layer the sand colors to create a unique design.