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Recycled · Christmas · Seniors

Mason jar snow globes

Snow globes made from small jars with a tiny tree or figure inside, that swirl with glitter when you turn them over.

Mason jar snow globes
LevelIntermediate
AgesWith grandkids ages 6 and up
Time45 minutes plus overnight drying
Cost$8 to $15

What you'll need

Materials

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How to make it

Safety

Use strong craft glue only with a window open, and keep it as a grown-up job.

  1. Step 1: Roughen the lid
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    Roughen the lid

    Sand the inside of the lid a little so the glue grabs.

  2. Step 2: Grown-up step: glue the figure
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    Grown-up step: glue the figure

    Glue the figure to the inside of the lid. Let it cure overnight in a well-aired room.

  3. Step 3: Fill the jar
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    Fill the jar

    Fill the jar almost to the top with distilled water.

  4. Step 4: Add the snow
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    Add the snow

    Add 1 teaspoon of glitter and 3 or 4 drops of glycerin. Glycerin makes the snow fall slowly.

  5. Step 5: Close it tight
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    Close it tight

    Screw the lid on firmly with the figure facing down into the water.

  6. Step 6: Turn it over
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    Turn it over

    Flip it and watch the snow. Add a ribbon around the lid seam.

Edie's tip

Plastic jars are lighter and won't break if dropped. They're a good swap if grip is weak.

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