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Mini Jello Aquariums

Posted : May 30, 2019
tag : Candy, Decorated treats, Fish, Jell-O, Kids
by : Cookbook Queen
comment : 132

These Mini Jello Aquariums are the perfect treat to put together with your kiddos! They would be so fun as a summer activity or a Shark Week celebration!

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**THIS WAS ORIGINALLY POSTED IN AUGUST OF 2011. I HAVE UPDATED THE PHOTOS AND TWEAKED THE RECIPE A BIT. ENJOY!!**

 So today is the day where we talk about my baby Jon David starting first grade this morning and I cry and you give me lots of hugs and candy.

Or money. That would probably help a little.

For some crazy reason, I thought that Kindergarten would be the worst. I mean, I stayed home with my son for 6 years.  And when you are with someone all day every day, it’s more like dog years.

So what I’m saying is, I stayed home with my son for like 38 years (maybe?? I’m not sure how dog years work, so this is just an estimate) before the “government” ripped him away from me for an “education” **sob** FINE!! I let him go learn stuff. I got used to it. But then this Summer I realized something–over the course of that school year, my sweet, snuggly, chubby baby turned into a tall, skinny man-child.

He insists on using Axe shampoo and body wash. Instead of SpongeBob, he watches Man Vs. Wild and Dual Survival. He asks me to take him to the sporting goods store to LOOK AT KNIVES. Sharp ones, too. Not those cute little butter knives you use at tea parties.

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Also I have noticed that when other men are around, he talks with this weird deep voice that isn’t his normal voice.

If Kindergarten did this to him, I shudder to think of what is going to happen in First Grade. He will probably come home with chest hairs and a six pack of beer or something.

Also, I just remembered that I forgot to tell you the very worst thing of all:  Recently, he has been asking for HIS DAD to do stuff for him INSTEAD OF ME. It’s like I’m living on a whole other planet that’s made of sadness and broken hearts and unfulfilled wishes.

So, I’m hoping that these cute treats this week will reel him back into the land of cozy hugs and storybook snuggles and hand holding.  And Johnson’s Baby Wash.  The End.

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Mini Jello Aquariums Tips and Tricks

When I originally had the idea for these Mini Jello Aquariums, I thought I’d hit snack jackpot!! But a quick Google search informed me that Martha had a very similar idea. But hers was bigger and didn’t have candy aquarium rocks.

NO CANDY AQUARIUM ROCKS?! But then I discovered why — pouring liquid Jell-O over candy makes the candy squishy and gross as the Jello sets. No good. Squishy candy rocks are NO GOOD FOR ANYONE!

BUT THEN IT CAME TO ME IN A DREAM. (not really, I was awake) If I let the Jell-O set up in the jars (like a mold) and then loosened it and dropped it in another jar with candy in the bottom, it wouldn’t get soggy.

So I did. And it worked.  Easy!!

Try not to put these together until you’re ready to serve them.  Although the candy doesn’t get totally soggy and gross, the moisture from the Jell-O will compromise the quality of the Nerds candy after a period of time.

How to Put Together Mini Jello Aquariums

  1. First up, you need 4 mason jars or clear, plastic cups. Make your Jello, and before it sets up, pour it into two of the jars and place it into the fridge to set.
  2. In your two empty jars, evenly divide your Nerds. You can also use candy rocks, but they don’t taste as good as Nerds, IMO.
  3. Once your Jello has set up, loosen the sides of the Jello with a butter knife. Tip it over the jar of Nerds and gently tap until it slides out of the jar into the other.
  4. Cut slits into your Jello and push in the Swedish Fish. Easy peasy!

Need more fun snacks for the kiddos? Try these!

  1. Rice Krispie Treat Pops
  2. Cookie Monster Cupcakes
  3. Homemade Brownies with Funfetti Frosting
  4. Ladybug Oreos
  5. Minecraft Cupcakes

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Mini Jello Aquariums

Ingredients

  • 3 oz box blue Jello (any brand/flavor will do -- I like a lighter color blue)
  • 4 half-pint canning jars
  • 1/2 cup Nerds candy
  • 4 Swedish Fish candies

Instructions

  1. Pour Jello powder in medium bowl. Boil 3/4 cup water, and pour over the Jello. Stir for about 2 minutes, until completely dissolved. Add 3/4 cup cold water.  Divide gelatin evenly into 2 small jars and place in the refrigerator for about 4 hours, until firm and fully set.
  2. Divide the Nerds into the bottom of the two remaining jars. Right before serving, loosen the set Jell-O from jars by running a knife along the inside edges. Place jar upside down over the jar with the candy and give it a tap ¦it will fall right out and into place!
  3. Cut two slits in the Jell-O and insert your Swedish Fish.  Done!!
  4. Makes 2 mini Jell-O aquariums.
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I hope your little ones enjoy these!! If you make this recipe, tag me on Instagram, @cookbookqueen and hashtag it #cookbookqueen. I’d love to see!

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  1. bridget {bake at 350} August 17, 2011 at 1:32 pm Log in to Reply

    “Not those cute little butter knives you use at tea parties.” Oh, Kristan. You make me smile.

    I hope Jon David had a FABULOUS 1st day of first grade! And i hope you didn’t miss him too much. ?
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    • att email support April 5, 2019 at 2:38 am Log in to Reply

      Great idea! I’ve used blueberries for rocks – put them in the jar, pour just enough jello over to barely cover then chill to set the berries. Add more jello and chill. Cut a slit to add Swedish fish. Fun to have one fish with his head out of the water, ready to jump!

  2. Tessa @ CookSewGrow August 17, 2011 at 2:47 pm Log in to Reply

    You could always “help” him fall and bump his knee or something. I mean, no major damage, but a kid always picks mom over dad when they’re hurt. Or these jello snack would probably work :). Thanks for making me laugh every day!
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    • Staci August 18, 2011 at 11:09 am Log in to Reply

      I agree with Tessa, thought the same thing while I was reading ;0) Great post. My “baby” is 16 now but you took me right back to those first, red-eyed days in my empty house.

  3. christina August 17, 2011 at 2:48 pm Log in to Reply

    You are killing me…You are hillarious! I am new reader, first time commenter…but had to say Hi and I enjoy your blog so much! You have some great ideas, I wanna make the lemon meringue cookies…yum!
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  4. Babblin' Brooke August 17, 2011 at 2:48 pm Log in to Reply

    I’m pretty sure that you need to do a tutorial on how to photograph food. I love your backgrounds! Is it paper? Fabric? What is it? Plus, the food itself is always pretty. HELP!
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    • Kristan August 17, 2011 at 2:56 pm Log in to Reply

      Paper. Usually scrapbook paper. And when I need extra color, I just scatter some candy or sprinkles around. Easy peasy!!

  5. Karly August 17, 2011 at 3:30 pm Log in to Reply

    I’m not sure we can be friends anymore. I keep going back and forth between loving you for being so freakin’ funny and hating you for being such a cooler mom than me. Jello aquariums? Seriously? You are so fun and creative.
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  6. Rebecca @ A Dash of Thyme August 17, 2011 at 3:35 pm Log in to Reply

    these are so stinkin’ adorable! Love the idea, and yours are way cooler than Marthas!

  7. kristen @ just-iced cookies August 17, 2011 at 5:15 pm Log in to Reply

    brilliant! love these – what a good mommy you are :0)

  8. Sue August 17, 2011 at 5:15 pm Log in to Reply

    I’m sure these clever, cute treats will get you some hugs and kisses from your first grader!
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  9. Rita August 17, 2011 at 5:42 pm Log in to Reply

    Oh How Cute!! These would make super pool party treats….Wonder if they would work with multi colored Nerds candy in the bottom?? You come up with the cutest things. I too stayed home with my little man and it is amazing how much they seem to grow up once they start school.
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    • Kristan August 17, 2011 at 5:45 pm Log in to Reply

      I originally tried with Nerds. I think it would be fine, but I used them before I figured out that I needed to let the Jell-O set up first, so they kept dissolving on me!! No bueno.

  10. Sugar Loco - Jenny August 17, 2011 at 5:43 pm Log in to Reply

    CUTEST. THING. EVER.
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  11. Georganne August 17, 2011 at 5:44 pm Log in to Reply

    OH MY GOODNESS. I think you’re brilliant. I mean — this is SUCH a super cute idea, I’m obsessed with the aquarium rocks AND THEN you figured out how to do it without the candy getting all weirdy. THANK YOU! I can totally make these now. Because…I’ve tried them where you put the candy in the jello to begin with and…..eww.
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  12. Georgia Pellegrini August 17, 2011 at 5:46 pm Log in to Reply

    This post just made me MELT. Just remember that the bond between a mother and son is priceless and will never stop no matter how much he needs to test the waters of this whole being a boy thing : ) And he’s lucky to have such a creative mom, these are amazing. When I have kids I’m going to come to your site to be crafty and impressive like you.
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  13. [email protected] August 17, 2011 at 6:07 pm Log in to Reply

    SO – cute, even if they are a little, uh, fishy?? lol FIRST grade is one of the BEST years ever — I taught first grade for many years and I don’t recall any chest hair, not that I was checking. If the tooth fairy wasn’t busy last year, she will be this year – you may need to have some caffeine ready for her. AND… the reading & writing just takes off (like they can read EVERYTHING you write, you know, like blogs & stuff). Anyway, I’m going through the same thing – my oldest just started the H word this week (high school)… she didn’t know anyone and first time at a public school — feels like the beginning of the end. She doesn’t have chest hair, but I bet she’s met a boy or two that does. okay, I think I need a scoop of chocolate ice cream or spoonful of whipped cream now….
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  14. Susan August 17, 2011 at 6:10 pm Log in to Reply

    Great idea! I’ve used blueberries for rocks – put them in the jar, pour just enough jello over to barely cover then chill to set the berries. Add more jello and chill. Cut slit to add Swedish fish. Fun to have one fish with his head out of the water, ready to jump!

    • Marissa August 18, 2011 at 9:03 pm Log in to Reply

      I like the berries idea! cute!

    • Bobbie January 9, 2012 at 8:10 pm Log in to Reply

      Cute Idea !!

  15. Stacy S August 17, 2011 at 6:13 pm Log in to Reply

    I can honestly Relate to your Comments…??? & the Time w/ Dad… & Not Mamma!! Walker will start 1st on MOnday…& I’m wondering myself what it will do to him..???
    Hoping nothing drastic!!!
    My Sweet little KInder Boy is Now turning into a LIttle Man…!!!????
    Tear–Tear..!!!
    Hope your days get better…!
    Thanks for the SMILE..!! Enjoyed the Reading!!!

  16. TidyMom August 17, 2011 at 7:15 pm Log in to Reply

    I hope he had a fantastic first day!! These are adorable Kristan!
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  17. Susan August 17, 2011 at 7:17 pm Log in to Reply

    So stinkin’ adorable—love this—love,love,love it!

  18. SMITH BITES August 17, 2011 at 7:32 pm Log in to Reply

    really, really cute Kristan!!!
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  19. lyndal gibson August 17, 2011 at 7:38 pm Log in to Reply

    Love the whole idea and will totally try.I have 2 little ladys myself .I am feeling your pain and my heart bleeds for what we have lost and what we are about to go through:{I just keep telling myself that they will return in about 20 years and need our spare room if they have even moved out by then?Stay strong and keep cooking.xx

  20. Bethany August 17, 2011 at 7:59 pm Log in to Reply

    I’m not even sure how I found your blog….but geesh, you are FUNNY! I’ve been browsing around for a bit and I wanted to say thanks for the laughs!!!! :)

  21. Rachel @ Sun Scholars August 17, 2011 at 8:25 pm Log in to Reply

    ha ha… awesome!!! I love how this turned out, and so clever to do the jello ahead of time to save the goodies at the bottom. Great idea!

    I would LOVE to have you share this at my Friday, For the Kids Link Party! Stop by and share!!! http://SunScholars.blogspot.com

    :)rachel
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  22. Melinda August 17, 2011 at 8:32 pm Log in to Reply

    How adorable are these?! Maybe I should make something like this for the Spongebob party my almost four year old is clamoring for this year.
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  23. Heidi Zapolski August 17, 2011 at 8:39 pm Log in to Reply

    You crack me up! Love the story and love the idea!
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  24. colleen August 17, 2011 at 9:09 pm Log in to Reply

    I hope you’re little man had a great day in school and I hope the alone time gets easier for you. I have 2 boys and it kills me when they pick daddy time over mommy time.I’m the fun one… ugghhh.

  25. heather August 17, 2011 at 9:23 pm Log in to Reply

    Those. Are. Adorable. (!)
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  26. Ali B August 17, 2011 at 9:23 pm Log in to Reply

    This is the most amazing thing I have every seen!! I love it so much. I’m going to have to make these. Honestly Kristan you turn up a lot of adorable desserts but this one is by far my favorite. Good luck with Jon David! And tell him to stop looking at knives…hahah
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  27. Paula August 17, 2011 at 9:29 pm Log in to Reply

    Lord, I hope he didn’t come home from his first day in Grade 1 with a six-pack beer! If so, pack up and get back to the country. LOL

    It’s a big transition for both Mommy and Son. Hope his first day went well, hope his year goes well. Very cute after school treat.

  28. [email protected] August 17, 2011 at 9:33 pm Log in to Reply

    How creative are these!?! Too cute!
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  29. Ileana August 17, 2011 at 9:48 pm Log in to Reply

    thank you my dear sis; I love all your input for my boys and family! You’re the best!!!

  30. Yammie @ Yammie's Noshery August 17, 2011 at 9:53 pm Log in to Reply

    THOSE ARE SO ADORABLE!!!!

    • Yammie @ Yammie's Noshery August 17, 2011 at 9:57 pm Log in to Reply

      P.S. The smell of Johnson’s baby wash gives me such joy. :]

  31. Sweet Tea with Cindy August 17, 2011 at 10:07 pm Log in to Reply

    Love, love, love it! Brilliant!!! Sincerely, Cindy Eckhart
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  32. Vanessa August 17, 2011 at 10:19 pm Log in to Reply

    I know what you mean about your son. My son is going in to Kindergarten in a few weeks and I dread the day that you just explained. Ahh! Kids grow up too fast. Too bad they can’t stay little forever.

    BTW, those little aquariums are so cute!

  33. mis-cakes August 17, 2011 at 10:52 pm Log in to Reply

    did you find that the fish got sorry and gross? I did this a while back (before blogging) and my fish went yuck on me.
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    • Kristan August 18, 2011 at 9:01 am Log in to Reply

      Well, I waited until the Jell-O was set and didn’t insert the fish until close to time to serve, so they didn’t get gross at all!!

  34. Megan @ Sweet B's Homemade August 17, 2011 at 11:14 pm Log in to Reply

    Love this idea! How cute!!

  35. Kristin August 17, 2011 at 11:14 pm Log in to Reply

    You just made me really hungry for jelly beans…
    This such a cute idea! I’ll definitely give it a try!
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  36. ileena August 18, 2011 at 12:34 am Log in to Reply

    oh my goodness! my 3 year old would love this! thanks for the idea!
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  37. Sylvie @ Gourmande in the Kitchen August 18, 2011 at 5:28 am Log in to Reply

    Oh those are the cutest! And I hope the first day of school goes well for both of you!
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  38. Trooppetrie August 18, 2011 at 7:36 am Log in to Reply

    My son needs to shave, it is breaks my heart. I keep telling my hubby it can wait a little longer, it is blonde. I remember when he was old enough to go places with my husband. I loved it but I missed that he wanted to be with me
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  39. Amy | She Wears Many Hats August 18, 2011 at 7:48 am Log in to Reply

    You is brilliant.

    Here’s to hoping he doesn’t end up at Hooters before the year is out.
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  40. Tennyson Rog August 18, 2011 at 7:51 am Log in to Reply

    Your words speak for all of us Moms of first graders. This is a great idea!

  41. Melissa August 18, 2011 at 8:03 am Log in to Reply

    These are great!!

    You should read the book, “Raising a son”. It talks of these very things. It is a great book.

  42. Isa August 18, 2011 at 8:30 am Log in to Reply

    Wow! I love ur blog! You always make me smile :-) i hope first day of class was great!

  43. Diamond's Mama August 18, 2011 at 8:40 am Log in to Reply

    Very nice! Love the blog & your sarcasm. :)
    Just remember, if public school changes yours son too much, you can always homeschool. ;)

  44. Aimee @ ShugarySweets August 18, 2011 at 9:05 am Log in to Reply

    You are a genius. The end.

  45. meaghan (the decorated cookie) August 18, 2011 at 9:21 am Log in to Reply

    This is so very very perfect. Just posted a link on EdibleCrafts! Maybe I can use Swedish Fish as a diversion for my own tears at my daughter’s 1st day Monday!
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  46. Kim @ The Celebration Shoppe August 18, 2011 at 9:26 am Log in to Reply

    Total creative genius! And I can completely relate to your dialog. I have one entering 1st grade too. At home he’s all mine (okay, I share him a bit with the hubby), but as soon as we leave the house he’s all grown up! :(

  47. Angell August 18, 2011 at 9:47 am Log in to Reply

    My son is in the same boat. He begins first grade and he too wants to use hubby’s axe and deodarant. He tries to look “cool” by wearing a hat and sunglasses. He wants to spend time with my husband more than me…in fact sometimes he gets upset when he realizes that I’m going along for whatever ride we may be going on. He still watches Spongebob but he’s given up blues clues and all those cute shows. He loves Icarly and Victorious and after watching them I was a little disturbed. I mean they aren’t BAD shows…but they don’t have respect for parents…after all…where ARE Carly’s parents? lol. So now I’ve been recording Boy Meets World and Saved by the Bell. He loves them! I think it’s the age…it’s bittersweet.

  48. Tawny August 18, 2011 at 9:52 am Log in to Reply

    Do you think these will work for my 17 year old who just started his SENIOR YEAR!! :(

    Seriously adorable idea! And you can bet Im gonna be making these for his “after school/ home from work snack”

    Awesome blog!!
    ?Tawny

  49. Cristin (Pinkie) August 18, 2011 at 10:59 am Log in to Reply

    It’s SOOOO hard when our babies grow up and become men. You’re not even there yet, just wait! All the boy scouts and I would walk home from elementary school every Thursday for a very long time. They were cute and fun and got tired walking home from school with me. Then it happened. They would run home with me barely able to keep up. They sprouted hairs and their legs got REALLY furry! Then the little cute (insanely expensive) Pottery Barn table that we sat at each week to do homework, fell apart – literally. Their long legs had pushed all the screws out of the table and it collapsed. It was easily fixed, but couldn’t be used anymore for the little boys that were now becoming young men. It all happens so fast. My son is now taller and bigger than his dad. He started his first day of being a SENIOR at high school today. Oh wow.
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  50. Maria August 18, 2011 at 12:03 pm Log in to Reply

    Those are too fun! Love your creativity!

  51. Katrina August 18, 2011 at 1:53 pm Log in to Reply

    What a great idea! I was wondering the same thing about the jelly making the candies mushy too. Glad you cleared that up! I wish you were my neighbor, this looks awesome.
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  52. Karyn H August 18, 2011 at 9:09 pm Log in to Reply

    I stayed home with all three of mine until the youngest was in third grade. I was mentally incapable of holding an adult conversation by that time, so when I make these for my girlfriends, no one will even roll their eyes. They all appreciate the goodies I make for them now and they don’t look at me like I am addled any more.
    It does worry them that I am now in law enforcement, but I figure the years at home with my kids pretty much prepared me for anything.
    I can’t wait to make these! You share the best stuff with us. Thank you!

  53. Kristen August 19, 2011 at 1:25 am Log in to Reply

    I am totally anti-education. I think my kids should stay at home with me, not homeschooled (I don’t have that kind of patience) and we get to be on summer vacay all year long.

    These treats are so adorable! You are so smart :)
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  54. Amanda August 19, 2011 at 7:14 am Log in to Reply

    These are incredibly cute! Would it be alright with you if I featured this at Fun Family Crafts? I only link to you, I don’t copy the tutorial :) http://funfamilycrafts.com
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    • Cookbook Queen August 19, 2011 at 10:25 am Log in to Reply

      Absolutely!! Thanks :)
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  55. Trisha August 20, 2011 at 9:51 pm Log in to Reply

    Wow these are super neat! I have added this to the list of “must do during the first week of school to be a cool mom”…..
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  56. Lindsey August 21, 2011 at 12:16 am Log in to Reply

    Just recently started following your blog and love all of your fabulous baking creations! Haven’t tried any yet but they all sound so yummy and this little fish idea..so fun! Definately going to have to attempt this one for my daughter!

  57. Haley August 21, 2011 at 11:42 am Log in to Reply

    These are wayyy too cute!! Definitely going to make them for a party! (:
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  58. Robyn | Add a Pinch August 21, 2011 at 3:49 pm Log in to Reply

    These are absolutely adorable, Kristan! I know what you mean about them growing up and asking their Daddy’s to do stuff for them. It’s like that butter knife from a tea party (cause dull knives hurt worse) straight to the heart. These will certainly bring him back to Johnson’s Baby Wash and the hand holding. I just know it!
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  59. [email protected] the table August 21, 2011 at 6:46 pm Log in to Reply

    OMG these aquariums are amazing! They’re great for gifts because they’re so portable!
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  60. Becki D. August 21, 2011 at 11:01 pm Log in to Reply

    CUTEST IDEA EVER.

    Yours is totally better than Martha’s! :-)

  61. Tracy August 27, 2011 at 12:40 pm Log in to Reply

    Aww, I love these! They are pretty much the cutest things ever!!!

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  65. Amanda September 23, 2011 at 8:49 am Log in to Reply

    Just stopping by to let you know that I have featured your project on Fun Family Crafts today! You can see it here
    http://funfamilycrafts.com/mini-jello-aquariums/

    If you have other kid friendly crafts, I’d love it if you would submit them :) If you would like to display a featured button on your site, you can grab one from the right side bar of your post above.

  66. Amanda December 9, 2011 at 8:32 am Log in to Reply

    I just wanted to stop by and let you know that this project was not only featured on Fun Family Crafts in November, but made it to the TOP 5! Congratulations on such a popular post! If you would like a Top 5 button to display on your blog, you can grab it from the Top 5 post here http://funfamilycrafts.com/november-2011-top-posts/ Thanks for a great project!

  67. Deanna December 31, 2011 at 9:13 pm Log in to Reply

    You could always make them upside down. Pour the jello, let set, put in fish, cover with candy, put lid on and flip so the lid is the base. LOVE these, adorable. :)

  68. Amanda January 11, 2012 at 8:48 am Log in to Reply

    #3 on Fun Family Crafts for November and NUMBER ONE most popular post for December! Just stopping by with congratulations (again)! http://funfamilycrafts.com/december-2011-top-posts/ Thanks!

  69. Terri C. January 22, 2012 at 3:58 pm Log in to Reply

    I also have a first grader (boy) and know the feeling of
    how much they change from Kindergarten to first grade. First grade has been harder on me than
    Kindergardten also.
    I found you on Pintrest and love this idea for the aquarium. We’re having a “fish theme” birthday
    party for my soon to be 7 yr. old. I think this would make great party favors. Did you say the
    rock candy didn’t work with your new method or you just decided to use jelly beans. I was
    hoping to use rock candy if possible.
    Thanks Again!

  70. Jesma January 24, 2012 at 3:33 pm Log in to Reply

    Your commentary on Kindergarten cracked me up! My little man starts next year, I guess now I have an idea of what I’m in for.

  71. Dede February 15, 2012 at 12:23 am Log in to Reply

    I thought Kindergarten was hard but then, wooosh, it was time to go to college and I have never recovered! My college baby will LOVE these! They never really grow up.

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  73. Michelle February 28, 2012 at 3:33 pm Log in to Reply

    I can’t wait to try these. First time reading your blog, love it. I have to say, I cried like a baby the day my son started school. I got a public facebook I love you from my now 22 year old today. They leave their mommas for a while but do find their way back eventually.

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  75. Marie M.C. April 17, 2012 at 3:35 am Log in to Reply

    This is so cute. Just like you — and John David. I don’t know if I saw it somewhere or just dreamt it but I keep meaning to make something like this — in a small goldfish type bowl — with light blue jello, a gummy bear shark, and whipped cream waves. (Never thought of using soda for bubbles.) I never made it because I’m too cheap to pay $11 for a bowl I’d only use once or twice. But I do have plenty of canning jars available. No excuse now.

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  78. Jill de Larzac June 25, 2012 at 11:13 am Log in to Reply

    Hi!

    I love this creation! Would you mind if we shared it on the JELL-O Canada Facebook page, and provided a link to this blog post today?

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  80. Sarah August 15, 2012 at 12:14 pm Log in to Reply

    Well – I had the same amazing idea when looking at baby food jars today… so I, figuring that surely someone else has thought of this, did a quick google search….. Low and behold, I haven’t stumbled upon some unique and fantastic idea all on my own. Poo. :)

    Good idea about the “aquarium rocks” from keeping them from getting soggy. I wouldn’t have considered that. Thought Nerds candy would make really cool aquarium rocks – especially if you use little baby food jars (though you wouldn’t be able to take the jello out after setting as the mouth is smaller than the base… unless there are straight baby food jars?). I’ve also seen a similar jell-o fish idea where you let it set in little, non-zip sandwhich bags to make it look like a goldfish that you won at a fair. Cute.

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    Hi I was wondering I cannot find that magic chef jello anywhere..Do you know if they still make it or can I just use blue jello to make these cute Mini Jello Aquarium..Thanks

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