Chemistry How-To Collection
HowTos Index
How To Make a Patriotic Density Column
This red, white, and blue density column is a fun way to show your patriotism with a flair for chemistry!
How To Make Metamucil Flubber
This is a recipe for a non-sticky rubber or gelatinous slime commonly called flubber.
How To Make Colored Chalk
Learn how to make your own fun colored chalk.
How To Make Fake Glass
These instructions result in clear or amber-colored sugar 'glass'.
How To Make Scented Rocks
Make scented clay balls that resemble colored stones. Scented rocks are attractive and less messy than potpourri.
How To Make Natural Toothpaste
Make your own natural toothpaste using these easy instructions.
How To Make a Lava Lamp - Realistic Version
Make a realistic lava lamp or lava light. This version is for chemists or experienced hobbyists.
How To Make Invisible Ink - Baking Soda
Learn how to make invisible ink using baking soda. Heat or grape juice is used to reveal the message.
How To Make Invisible Ink - Lemon Juice
Learn how to make invisible ink using lemon juice and a heat source.
How To Make Fake Blood
This is the recipe for a non-toxic realistic fake blood.
How To Grow a Big Alum Crystal
Instructions for growing a big alum crystal.
How To Make Non-Toxic Dry Ice Smoke or Fog
Learn how to make your own nontoxic smoke and fog effects using dry ice and hot water. No smoke machine required!
How To Make Fake Snot
Learn how to make fake snot or mucous.
How To Make Slime
This is a recipe for homemade slime.
How To Build a Baking Soda Volcano
How to make your own baking soda volcano.
How To Create an Endothermic Chemical Reaction (Safe)
Instructions for a safe and easy endothermic chemical reaction demonstration.
How To Make Your Own Snow Globe
Make your own snow globe using common household materials.
How To Mix Your Own Tattoo Ink
These are instructions for preparing your own tattoo ink.
How To Grow a Borax Snowflake
Grow your own sparkling clear or colored borax snowflakes.
How To Make Bubble Solution
Here are instructions for making homemade bubble mix.
How To Make Singing Cake
This is the recipe for a singing cake. The cake sings while baking and then it is ready to eat!
How To Get Iron Out of Breakfast Cereal
Remove the iron from fortified cold breakfast cereal using this simple tutorial.
How To Make Soap
These are the instructions for making a gentle, handmade soap for the hands or face.
How To Grow Crystal Spikes in the Sun
Grow spikes of epsom salt crystals quickly and easily.
How To Make Non-Toxic Glue From Milk
Use common kitchen ingedients to make nontoxic glue or paste.
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