Keyword christmas crafts, diy snow globe, jar crafts, kids crafts
Prep Time 20 minutesminutes
Total Time 20 minutesminutes
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
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.