DIY Kid Friendly Craft Ideas: How To Make A Snowglobe

Posted by Alexandra C. | Wednesday February 29, 201229 comments

Any excuse to play with glitter is fine by me! Especially when that excuse also includes a one of my all time favourite things: snowglobes. As a child I used to love snowglobes- they're cute, fun to play with and with this DIY tutorial, you'll be able to create any kind of snowglobe you want! 

Snowglobes are the perfect kid friendly craft because they require little time, don't require any extensive crafting skills and when finished, are something they can enjoy for years to come! 

Here's what you'll need for this craft: 


A glass jar
Snowglobe filler (i.e. toy)  
Hot glue gun 
Water 
1 tsp Glycerine 
Glitter (I suggest using a fine, crafting glitter) 

Step 1: Create Your Filler 


I swear I'm not into My Little Pony. Really, I'm not. Ok, that was a lie. I love My Little Pony; so for my snowglobe filler, I'm using one of my favourite toys! Hot glue gun your filler of choice right side up, to the inside of the jar's lid. Make sure to position your toy in the middle so the jar can close. Hot glue can get, well, hot, so be careful!

Step 2: Fill Jar


Fill your jar with water to the top, leave a little space for adding the next ingredients. Pour in about a tsp of glycerine (available at most drugstores). Next, pour in about 1 tsp or so of glitter, this step may require the steady hand of an adult. Feel free to add more glitter if you wish, or lots more if your kid is anything like me. 

Step 3: Finished!


Screw the lid onto the jar. Turn upside down and give it a shake to watch your glitter whip around! If you notice that you didn't add enough water, simply remove the lid and pour in a bit more. This craft also makes a perfect homemade gift! 

Keep crafty chicks!

(adapted via hellogiggles.com)
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27 Comments

on March 01, 2012  luxx  2,176 said:

I remember making Christmas ones when I was little :)
I really love this one though, anything glittery!

on March 01, 2012  AngelOfFusion  181 said:

Cant wait to try this, my bf's kids are going to love me and are going to want to make lots of these with there toys. Great idea thanks, Love It.

on March 01, 2012  takoda  28,648 said:

This is a good project for the kids and moms on a rainy day.

on March 01, 2012  Aliza  14,011 said:

So cute!!!

on February 29, 2012  MaryGorgeous  1,616 said:

Omg so adorable!

on February 29, 2012  LisaDrew  2,288 said:

I've made snowglobes before with my kids, they're great gifts!

on February 29, 2012  missnicolemarie  1,750 said:

I definitely want to try this sometime soon !

on February 29, 2012  AlexJC  50 said:

@Patricia The glycerine helps the glitter stay afloat and swirl around- like snow!

on February 29, 2012  Patricia  6,845 said:

Very cute! Why the glycerine? What does that do?

on February 29, 2012  bdeyell86  2,033 said:


Great Idea! My kids will love making these for their grandparents for christmas. Thanks.

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