Mason jar snow globe
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A small figurine glued to the lid of a jar filled with water, glycerin and glitter. Turn it over and watch it snow.
What You’ll Need
- Mason jar (or baby food jar or other glass jar)
- Distilled water
- Glycerin (or baby oil) — “a few drops”
- Glitter (fine, biodegradable, or holographic) and/or artificial snow
- Waterproof figurine or mini tree (non-metallic)
- Waterproof adhesive (E6000 or Gorilla waterproof adhesive) or hot glue gun
- Optional: fabric and twine for the lid, ribbon, stickers, beads
Equipment
- mason jars
- hot glue gun
Directions
- Glue a small winter figurine or tree to the underside of the lid.
- Let the glue dry completely before you add water (“at least 24 hours if using epoxy”).
- Fill the jar with water, then add a few drops of glycerin and some glitter.
- Screw the lid on tight, turn the jar upside down, and shake.
- Optional: cover the lid with fabric and twine to make it a gift.
Notes
Tips : use waterproof, non-metallic figurines (metal rusts); use distilled water (tap water clouds over time); too much glycerin or glitter clumps at the bottom; seal the lid edges with hot glue or waterproof tape. Safety: glycerin/water globes are glass and can leak or break; keep away from small children.