Use one of these creative solutions to make your own ice pack using common household ingredients.
Author: Beverly
Instructions:
Option 1 using Corn Syrup: Pour some corn syrup into a ziploc bag and place in the freezer. It will become gel-like and not freeze solid.
Option 2 using Dish Soap: Pour some dish soap into a ziploc bag and place in the freezer. After about 2 hours it will be a softer type of ice pack. If left in the freezer longer, it will become a harder ice pack.
Option 3 using Rubbing Alcohol: Pour 1½ cups water and ½ cup rubbing alcohol (I use 70% isopropyl alcohol) into a quart size ziploc bag and place in the freezer. You can make a smaller version by combing ¾ cup water and ¼ cup rubbing alcohol in a snack size ziploc bag.
Option 4 using Salt: Combine 2 cups water and 2 tablespoons salt (I use regular table salt) in a quart size ziploc bag and place in the freezer.
Option 5 using a Sponge: Get a sponge wet with water and squeeze it just a bit so it is not dripping. Place in the freezer until the sponge feels hard and solid.
Notes:
For extra security you can double bag your ice packs too. Put the first ziploc bag, with the seal side facing downward, into a second ziploc bag and then place in the freezer.