Winter Sparkler

To make a winter decoration, you will need: a ruler; water; an empty margarine tub (or something similar); a small evergreen branch, leaf, or whatever you like; and a piece of string.

1. Pour about 1″ (2.5 cm) of water into the margarine tub.

2. Put in the piece of evergreen or the item of your choice.

3. Make a loop by tying the ends of the piece of string. Place the knotted end in the water, then drape the loop over the top of the tub (see illustration).

4. Carefully put the tub in the freezer. When the ice is frozen, run water on the bottom of the tub, and remove the ice.

5. Hang the ice sparkler outdoors where the sun can shine on it.

Illustrated by Taia Morley