How to make invisible ink

By: Sadie Raddatz

Invisible Ink

Cell phones and modern technology have taken over communication. Sending any of sort of message can be accomplished in a few seconds with a simple text. Most of us get multiple texts every day. Invisible ink, however, is just a special way to send private messages that can't be screen shot, bringing a vintage twist to communication. This would go great on a birthday card or Valentine's Day note.

Materials needed:
- Bowl
- Paper
- Light
- Baking Soda
- Water
- Makeshift writing tool

To make invisible ink, you will need to add equal mixes of baking soda and water into a bowl. Stir until mixed. If you want a lot of ink then you will need a few cups of each to make a large amount. Secondly, you will need to find a makeshift writing tool. It can be a paintbrush or even a Q-tip, just something that will allow you to write on the paper and permit it to be big enough to read clearly.

Write your message on the paper with the chosen writing tool. You will have to wait until the paper and ink are completely dried before trying to read. It should only take a few minutes to dry. Then take a lamp (you may need to take the cover off for better lighting) and place it under the paper. Make sure it isn't held to closely; you don't want to start a fire. Read the message to make sure it is clear and legible and send it off to that person.

Invisible ink is really cool. It's fun and easy to make. Younger children would have a blast mixing everything together and writing secret messages. Being able to travel back into time to when people actually wrote notes to each other, instead of typing a quick text, is something fun and refreshing. With invisible ink, you won't have to worry about anyone reading the message.