White borax powder can be dissolved in water and recrystallized to yield stunning crystals. If you like, you can grow the crystals on pipecleaners to make snowflake shapes.
Borax Crystal Snowflake
From Anne Marie Helmenstine, Ph.D., About.com
Borax crystals are safe and easy to grow.
Anne HelmenstineGrow Your Own Crystals
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