marvelbeads water beads non-toxic (half pound refill) rainbow mix for sensory play, spa refill, toys and décor, marble sized marvelbeads new 2018 enhanced color edition! bright. colorful. colorfast. introducing our new enhanced color edition! the new marvelbeads 2018 water beads are filled with better and brighter colors. whether you use them for playtime, or for decorations, the beads will create a colorful display that is sure to be memorable. best of all: you can reuse the beads as many times as you want, and not have to worry about them losing their color. sensory water beads sensory play is what water beads are best for. kids of all ages will love them. they are so enticing! colorful, smooth, squishy... what more could you ask for to have an enjoyable time. water beads seem like magic to kids because the beads start out so tiny and grow within a few hours. just watching the beads grow is an experience in itself. so go ahead, and fill up a bowl to plunge your hands in. or maybe fill up a bucket to soak your feet in. the possibilities are endless! uses general decorations makes a great toy for children. wedding decorations irrigating and watering house plants can be used to complement center pieces and or flower vases how to use 1.) add 3 cups of water for every teaspoon of dry beads. 2.) allow for the beads to soak in water for 4-6 hours 3.) after 4-6 hours, the beads will have absorbed most of the water. drain the excess water and use them as you wish