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DIY Glowing Bubble Lamp: Make Your Own Magical Light Show at Home (2025)

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A DIY science-meets-art project that uses kitchen chemistry to create a glowing, bubbling light show in a jar. Fun, educational, and mesmerizing for kids and adults alike.

Ingredients

  • 1 cup warm water
  • 1 tablespoon baking soda
  • 1 teaspoon dish soap
  • 1–2 teaspoons food coloring
  • Clear plastic bottle or wide-mouth jar
  • Small LED light or glow stick
  • Optional: straw for blowing bubbles

Instructions

  1. Mix the warm water and baking soda until dissolved.
  2. Add the dish soap and gently stir.
  3. Stir in the food coloring of your choice.
  4. Pour the mixture into your clear jar, filling it halfway.
  5. Drop in a glow stick or submersible LED light.
  6. Optional: use a straw to blow air into the mixture for extra bubbles.
  7. Turn off the lights and enjoy the glowing bubble lamp!

Notes

Use warm—not hot—water for safety. Go heavier on the soap for a foamier effect. LED lights work best for long-lasting glow. Add glitter or layer food coloring for fun variations. Set the jar on a tray to catch any overflow.

Find it online: https://novarecipes.com/diy-glowing-bubble-lamp/