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Rainbow Rain Cloud in a Jar

A simple yet mesmerizing DIY project that allows you to create a rainbow rain cloud using shaving cream and food coloring.
Print Recipe
Prep Time 10 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Servings: 1 jar
Course: DIY
Cuisine: DIY
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • Clear glass jar with lid 16 ounces or larger
  • Clean water room temperature
  • Shaving cream regular white, unscented or lightly scented
  • Food coloring or liquid watercolor paints
  • Small droppers or pipettes optional
  • Measuring cup or pitcher
  • Paper towels or small tray
  • Small bowls or ramekins for mixing colors optional
  • Spoon or small spatula optional
  • Child-safe work surface cover if needed

Method
 

  1. Gather your materials and set them on a tray or board.
  2. Fill the jar about three quarters full with clean, still water.
  3. Shake a small can of shaving cream and dispense a generous layer on top of the water.
  4. Mix small color cups using food coloring and a little water.
  5. Transfer the coloring into droppers or use the tip of the food coloring bottle.
  6. Observe the colored bead as it slowly pushes through the shaving cream.
  7. Repeat with different colors, spacing each drop with calm intention.
  8. If the cloud becomes saturated, remove some foam with a spoon and replace it.
  9. When you finish, leave the jar undisturbed to watch settling shades.
  10. Clean up with warm, soapy water and paper towels.

Notes

Use unscented shaving cream for a less distracting environment when working with children. Liquid watercolors are a good alternative to food coloring if needed.