Crafting natural plaster aroma stones is not only a fun DIY project but also a way to express emotions through colors and scents. These delightful stones can bring a refreshing fragrance to your humid closet, transforming the space with both visual and aromatic appeal. Let’s dive into the step-by-step process of making your own beautifully scented aroma stones!
Materials Needed
To get started, you’ll need the following materials:
- Color Powder: Your choice of colors
- Plaster Powder: This will be the base for your aroma stones
- Olive Oil: Used as an emulsifier
- Silicone Molds: For shaping your aroma stones
- Water: Essential for mixing
- Essential Oils: For fragrance
- Ribbon: For decoration
- Digital Scale: For accurate measurements
- Scraper: For mixing
- Paper Cups: For measuring and mixing
- Plastic Containers: For mixing ingredients
Step-by-Step Instructions
1. Prepare Your Ingredients
Gather all your materials before you start. This will help streamline the process and ensure you have everything on hand.
2. Measure Essential Oil
Begin by measuring out 4 grams of essential oil and 8 grams of olive oil. The mixing ratio should be 1:2, which allows the oils to blend effectively.
3. Mix Essential Oil and Olive Oil
Using a glass stick, mix the essential oil and olive oil together in one direction for about one minute. The olive oil acts as a solubilizer, helping the oils combine smoothly with the plaster powder.
4. Weigh Plaster Powder
Next, weigh out 106 grams of plaster powder and place it in a plastic container.
5. Measure Color Powder
Measure an appropriate amount of green and brown color powder and add it to the plaster powder. This is where you can get creative with the colors!
6. Mix Color Powder
Seal the plastic container and shake it up and down to evenly distribute the color powder throughout the plaster. Make sure there are no clumps, as you want a uniform color.
7. Measure Water
In a new paper cup, measure out 31 grams of water. Note that the amount of water may need to be adjusted based on the type of plaster powder and environmental factors.
8. Create the Plaster Mixture
Pour the mixed plaster powder into the measured water. Use the scraper to stir the mixture until the color is evenly blended.
9. Add Olive Oil and Essential Oil
Now, add the pre-mixed essential oil and olive oil into the plaster mixture. Stir thoroughly for about one minute to ensure all ingredients are well combined.
10. Pour into Molds
Before pouring, check that the silicone molds are free from debris. Carefully pour the prepared plaster mixture into the molds.
11. Remove Air Bubbles (Step 1)
Gently drop the molds a few times to help settle the plaster and bring any air bubbles to the surface. This will help achieve a smooth top surface.
12. Remove Air Bubbles (Step 2)
Lightly tap the sides of the molds to ensure the plaster is evenly mixed and to remove any remaining bubbles. Using pressure can also help eliminate bubbles without leaving marks on the surface.
13. Demold the Aroma Stones
Once the plaster has completely hardened, carefully remove the stones from the molds.
14. Add Ribbon
Cut a piece of ribbon to your desired length and thread it through the hole in the aroma stone. This adds a decorative touch and makes it easy to hang or gift.
