This week in my MakerSpace class, we made mason jar snow globes! The kids were SO excited to make them and they turned out so so cute! Here is an easy tutorial on how you can make these at home. They would be so fun for a class party activity, a sweet gift to make for loved ones, or a festive rainy day activity.
Here are the materials you need….
I love when an activity has just a few materials that are needed and a few easy steps. The hardest part is waiting for the figurines to set- the kids wanted to see their snow globe ASAP… but learning patience is all part of it, huh?
So here is what you will do…
We did use mason jars- which works but I’ve linked some better jars that I came across. I also don’t love the quilted jelly jars I ended up with… If you use a mason jar that you have at home- be sure to seal the lid shut first (the round top to the metal ring of the mason jar lid) and let dry.
Using a drop of the waterproof glue, glue your figurines to the lid. Let them dry completely.
Fill your jar with water, leaving about a 1/2” of space.
Add a few drops of glycerin. This helps slow the settling of the “snow.”
Sprinkle in your glitter snow.
Once the figurines are dry, place some waterproof glue on the rim of the jar and seal it shut!
Voila! You have a snow globe! It is such a fun activity to do with your children and see the delight in their eyes with the decoration they made!!!
