DIY New Year's snow globe from a jar
You can very easily make a New Year's snow globe with your own hands from scrap materials. This is one of the most popular Christmas souvenirs all over the world. To decorate a souvenir, you can make some kind of figurine, for example, like here, a snowman. You can sculpt from any modeling mass, except salted dough, which dissolves in water
For work we will need:
glass jar with a tight-fitting lid,
boiled or distilled water,
glycerin solution;
waterproof glue (two-component transparent waterproof epoxy glue, florist clay, aquarium sealant, glue gun in the form of silicone sticks)
snow substitute ( artificial snow, body glitter, crushed foam, broken eggshell, coconut shavings, white beads);
various chocolate egg figurines
toys from polymer clay,
various little things - you can use anything to decorate a souvenir, except salt dough, which dissolves in water.
The inner surface of the jar must be washed and dried. On inner part We glue the prepared figures onto the lids.
If we need to use any metal parts, we must first coat them with colorless nail polish - otherwise they risk corroding and ruining the craft.
Now we pour boiled water mixed with glycerin in a 1:1 ratio into the jar, but you can add more antifreeze - then the snow inside the dome will be very slow and “lazy”.
Pour “snowflakes” from the selected material into this liquid, and if they fall too quickly, add more glycerin.
After testing the snow is completed, we are left with the last step: screw the lid tightly and treat the joint with glue. When the craft is dry, you can turn it upside down and admire the result!
Hi all! And again we will create! Today my little one and I are faced with the task of making a snow globe with our own hands. And you know, we are already rubbing our palms with pleasure in anticipation of a miracle! And we will do this Miracle ourselves! I invite you all to be witnesses and accomplices. Let's create everything together!
What will we talk about in the article? First, I will voice some details regarding necessary tools and material. Then the subtleties of making the ball. And at the end I have prepared a master class for you. The program is extensive and designed with the help of little ones in mind! It seems that everything is so serious that there is nothing to trust them with. But I think that you and I will find something that the kids can do too! Here we go?!
When you hold this ball in your hands, it seems that the only thing needed to make it is magic. They shook it a little, and suddenly everything crumbled into a charming snowy day. A real mystery! And really, this riddle can be done at home? Yes! Can! And it is necessary!
For this we need:
- Jar
- Water - 5 parts
- Glycerin - 1 part
- "Snow"
- History in the plot
Will any jar work? Will any material become snow? And which story to choose? Let's answer these questions!
Jar. We need everything in the bank to be clearly visible. Therefore, plastic or a jar with any design, pattern, sticker or edges will not work.
Water. Of course, without water everything will be much easier. But our goal is for the snow to swirl and fall slowly. Therefore, water is needed. Can’t do without her! But how can we prevent the snow from floating on the surface and settling slowly? This is why it is worth making a solution from glycerin.
Glycerol. There should be a lot of it, then the snowflakes will swirl. Ideally, the proportions of glycerin and water should be 1 to 5. Without glycerin, you can make a ball, but the snowflakes will quickly fall to the bottom. From quantity glycerin The speed of rotation of the snowflakes will depend; the more there is, the slower they will spin. Many people are interested in the question Can whether do snow ball without glycerin just on the water? We answer, no, without glycerin snowflakes will immediately fall to the bottom.
"Snow". What's suitable? Glitter, cut pieces of thin plastic or foil, artificial snow.
History in the plot. This is something worth thinking about. Firstly, what should the plot be about? It's best if it's themed. After all, the ball can be made for any occasion as a gift. You can take plants as decorations, figurines as heroes, etc. The ball with a photo inside looks original. But the photo should first be laminated or covered with tape.
You can even give it as a gift - a keychain with flying snow.
Tricks to help you make a cool snow globe
Now I will continue the topic I started. I’ll just show you how you can make a “ball” in different versions.
First of all, who said that you need pot-bellied jars? They can be of any shape and size. The main condition is that in order for the toy to look beautiful inside the jar, the container must be either slightly convex, and/or must be 2-3 cm higher than the figure.
Our New Year's story assumes that there will be snow. I offered several options to choose from. But these are mostly ready-made products. How to make artificial snow with your own hands at home? Yes, you can cut, as I already said, plastic. But you can also grate a candle or hard soap on a fine grater. Only in one case or another the water will become cloudy very soon. There are 2 more options for making snow yourself: eggshells, which were dried and then crushed; or diaper filler. It should be taken out and moistened a little. And it is indistinguishable from natural snow.
And I will immediately answer a question that may have arisen in your mind. Is it possible to make a ball without glycerin? Easily! It is replaced with very sweet syrup or Vaseline oil. Some people take refined glycerin instead vegetable oil. Take note of this idea too.
And one more nuance. For complete sealing, you need silicone tape or thin rubber; you can use a medical glove cut into strips.
Without glue, the structure will fall apart! Find glue that is not afraid of water. And it is desirable that it hardens quickly.
Last thing. The lid itself does not look presentable or elegant. It should be “disguised”. How? Ribbon, bow, paper strip.
Let's prepare a New Year's craft together
Since the holidays are approaching, my baby and I decided to make a snow globe for the New Year. At first we wanted to buy figurines of holiday heroes. But we went through everything we have and found everything we needed. Therefore, they did not postpone the creative process while there was time and the right mood.
A set of materials and tools for making crafts:
- Jar with screw cap;
- Figurine of a frog-Santa Claus with a red hat and on skis;
- Sprigs of Christmas tree and juniper;
- Rain;
- Glue "Moment";
- Silicone tape;
- Scissors;
- Water;
- Glycerol;
- Ribbon;
- Cork;
- Styrofoam;
- Foil balls.
First of all, we make neat holes in the cork of a 5-liter water bottle, and insert plant decor into the holes.
Afterwards, when we fill the entire lid with glue, the structure will become completely stable. But even now it’s worth trying to keep the holes small and the plants to fit deeply into them.
Fill the lid with glue and install the “Santa Claus” figurine, lay out “drifts” of foil balls. And in the spaces between them we glue pieces of foam plastic.
The structure is ready. We fix it on the lid of the jar. Apply glue along the bottom of the lid. And when we put it in place, we additionally fix it with drops of glue on all sides.
Cover the side of the lid with tape.
Let's prepare the water. First fill it halfway, then add glycerin. If necessary, add more water, but remember that our structure will take up some space.
It is not always possible to completely remove air from the jar. And there is no particular need to do so.
We cut the rain into “snow” and lightly crumble the foam. This last one - my little one really liked it. I liked it so much that without him noticing, I had to catch part of his “work” and remove it from the jar, otherwise everything would have been covered in snow up to the very beginning.
Before connecting the lid and the jar, we will take care of complete sealing. Cover the thread with silicone tape.
All! Final stage– screw on the lid and turn the jar over! And we really like him!
The snow is spinning
Surprise guests and family, and simply create a festive mood.
Almost every housewife in her house has a separate cabinet or place where glass jars are stored. If you have a similar corner, and the number of different jars there has already reached a critical level, and you still haven’t figured out what to do with them, we suggest you use them for New Year's decor. These cans will create an additional atmosphere of celebration and comfort.
These holidays will be a good incentive to find other things. After all, this way you don’t just get a new original item, without spending a penny, but also saving the environment.
Snow globe from a glass jar
The most beautiful winter interior decor option that can be made from a glass jar is. And you don’t have to fill it with water for the snowflakes to cover everything inside the jar. You just need to fill the jars with mini trees, animals, toy houses And . Then place it on shelves and bedside tables to create a winter atmosphere.
So, you can take a variety of jars, not necessarily spherical in shape.
Christmas tree made from cans
Risks being knocked over or hit. But one of these cans will create a holiday even in the tiniest room. Fill six small jars, arrange them in a pyramid, decorate with a garland and a Christmas star. Your unusual Christmas tree is ready!
Holiday cookie or candy jar
For the New Year and Christmas period, forget about tin cans, in which you store sweets all year round. Paint a regular glass jar bright colors, decorate with festive ribbons, fill with cookies or candies and place on the table.
To stay fresh longer, choose a glass jar with a lid that is easy to open and close.
Christmas lights in jars
If you place LED garlands in transparent jars, you will get creative New Year's decorations. And if you decorate such an installation with cones, pine needles and other winter elements, you will get a truly fabulous decor.
Night lights made from cans
Children will be delighted with such night lights. On the outside of the jars, stick templates of winter landscapes and New Year's characters cut out of paper, and place candles in the middle.
Candlesticks made from glass jars
Painted jars with candles inside are the easiest way to decorate festive table and an apartment on . Involve your kids in such crafts, because they will certainly enjoy painting jars in different colors.
Berries, cones and pine needles will be added from cans of real winter mood. Decorate jars with them to create an atmosphere of celebration and comfort.
Vases made from glass jars
Replace for winter ordinary vases on beautifully decorated jars. In such improvised ones you can put spruce or pine branches, or winter flowers to fill the house with beauty.
Flavors in jars
They create a festive mood and calm you down. It’s very simple, and so that the special aroma of the New Year spreads throughout the apartment, place it in a jar.
Edible terrarium in a jar
Do you want to surprise your guests with something unusual? Make them edible terrariums in jars! Use crushed cookies coconut flakes, marzipan to make trees or succulents, and crushed chocolate for an “earthy” layer.
Drinking containers from cans
IN New Year with, for example, instead of cups in winter, use decorated jars. And such drinking containers can be distributed to guests during the winter holidays. Fun and original!
New Year's stands for kitchen utensils
So that in the kitchen, where culinary masterpieces will be created, New Year's table, you also felt the spirit of the holiday, make festive stands for different things out of cans kitchen utensils. With such decorative elements, the dishes will turn out even tastier, because you will cook in a cheerful mood.
Decorating your apartment for New Year 2018 will inspire you to be creative!
Fascinating and magical holiday. At this time of year, everyone wants to give and receive gifts. In this article you will read how to make a “snow globe” with your own hands to please your loved ones.
Why make a "snow globe"?
Before starting any work, a person asks himself: “Why am I taking on this particular business?” In the case of this craft, this question is easy to answer. Firstly, everyone loves to receive gifts made with their own hands, especially since in the modern world it is also very fashionable. Secondly, such original gift Even children can do it, which is even more valuable.
Thirdly, the New Year's “snow globe” looks beautiful, symbolic, and is suitable for a person of any age. And if you use your imagination, you can create a unique and memorable surprise! And to make it you will need very little time and minimal financial costs.
What is needed for the job?
In 1889, the New Year's "snow globe" was made for the first time. It was presented in Paris and had small size(could fit in the palm of your hand). A copy of the famous Eiffel Tower, and the role of snow was played by fine sifted porcelain and sand. Today, anyone can create a “snow globe” with their own hands. How to make such a miracle? Let's start by preparing the necessary things. So, you will need:
- Glass jar with a locking lid. It is better that the container is airtight, otherwise you will have to strengthen the screwing point to prevent the craft from leaking;
- Figures to create the main composition - these can be houses, animals, Christmas trees, and so on.
- Glue gun or good super glue.
- Distilled water. If you take an unrefined liquid, it will darken over time, ruining appearance crafts.
- Artificial snow - it can be played by sparkles and finely chopped tinsel. Some even use chopped disposable tableware or polystyrene foam.
- Glycerin - for thickening water. It is he who will help you see how the snow falls in your ball.
- Decorations for the lid.
Let's get started
When all the necessary preparations are completed, you can proceed directly to creating the ball. To begin, thoroughly wash the jar and figurines to create the display. You can even pour boiling water over them. This is done to better preserve the snow globe from the jar. If any bacteria remain on the figures, the craft will quickly become cloudy.
Now start creating a decorative composition on the lid. Wipe wrong side covers sandpaper, so the glue will adhere better. Then treat the surface with glue and install the figure of your choice. Work quickly before the compound dries.
If the base of your figure is very narrow (for example, like a Christmas tree), place a couple of pebbles on the lid, and install the tree between them.
Place the shapes in the center of the lid and do not make them too wide, otherwise they simply will not fit into your “snow globe” with glycerin. When the plot is ready, set the lid aside. The glue must dry completely!
You can also place your figurine on a snowdrift. Cut it out of foam, glue it to the lid and paint it with white paint.
Treat the snowdrift with glue and sprinkle with glitter. A wonderful platform for fairy-tale characters is ready! Now you can place any hero on it. You can create a unique figurine if you mold it yourself from polymer clay.
Preparing the solution and artificial snow
In the question of how to make a “snow globe” with your own hands, the nuance of preparing a solution of the required consistency is very important. Take a jar and fill it three-quarters full with water. Then pour in 2-3 teaspoons of glycerin (you can buy it at the pharmacy and it is very inexpensive). The amount of glycerin determines how slowly the snow falls in the composition. When the solution is ready, the children’s favorite stage begins - loading “snow” into the jar. Carefully place the glitter into your balloon. Their quantity depends only on your desires, but you should not put too many sparkles, otherwise they will cover the entire view of the composition. Gold and silver glitter work best, but you can use any shade.
If you don’t have glitter on hand, a white eggshell will save the day; it needs to be thoroughly crushed, and it will do a great job as snow in a New Year’s craft.
The sparkles must be carefully mixed with a clean spoon and observed their behavior. If you see particles that do not settle to the bottom, carefully remove them. They will continue to float on top of the composition, spoiling its appearance.
Now proceed to the crucial moment - immersing the figurine in water and screwing on the lid. Turn the compositions over and place them in water.
Screw the lid tightly, using a towel to remove any water that has leaked out. To be on the safe side, it is better to apply glue once again along the junction of the jar and the lid.
Decorating the lid
The lid is also worth thinking about. Before you make a “snow globe” with your own hands, prepare everything you need for decoration.
Decorating the lid is not a necessary step, but it will make the ball look complete. The decoration will help hide the joint between the lid and the jar.
Cut a couple of strips from cardboard and glue them into a circle. Cover the stand with gold self-adhesive paper and place the jar in it. This stand can be decorated as you wish.
You can cover the lid with nail polish, wrap it in bright decorative tape, decorate it with felt, or glue small decorative elements: bells, curls. The ball is ready! Shake it and watch the fabulous snowfall.
Making a "snow globe" from a store-bought kit
If you don't really want to search necessary items to create snow New Year's gift, you can create a ball from a ready-made set. They can be found in many stores. The kits can be different: some already have grooves for photographs, others contain clay for creating ceramic figurines. The main thing is to strictly follow the instructions! There are kits in which children must draw and color some of the details themselves. Most often, the decoration is installed on the lid and glued to a dome made of plastic or glass. Then, through a special hole, solution and artificial snow are poured into the ball. The plug from the kit will allow it to be tightly closed.
"Snow globe" without glycerin
Is it possible to create a New Year's surprise without glycerin? And how to replace glycerin in the “snow globe”?
Baby oil can be a good substitute for the substance; it can also thicken water. Or you can create a ball with only water. There is an option to create crafts without any solution at all. Take round Christmas balls with transparent walls. Remove the rope attachment, insert a small figurine and add snow. Place the toy on a stand or decorate a Christmas tree with it.
This magical surprise will be pleasant for both children and adults. Everyone will follow the snowfall of sparkles swirling behind the glass. A gift made with your own hands contains a piece of your soul, and this is very expensive!
With a figurine and falling snow inside - a Christmas souvenir known all over the world. It is believed that the French were the first to make such crafts back in the 19th century. Today, on the eve of the New Year holidays, you can buy a similar product in any store, but it is much more interesting to make a snow globe with your own hands.
Preparing the necessary materials
To make this Christmas craft, you will need: a jar with a lid, any waterproof glue, decorative figures, glitter or foam, glycerin, water. Snowball You can make it with your own hands from almost any container. Jars from baby food and others food products. Remember, the more interesting the shape of the container, the more original the finished craft will look. You can put any figures inside the jar: factory-made souvenirs, small children's toys, you can make the decor yourself from polymer clay. Before starting to make the craft, rinse and dry the container thoroughly.
Making interior decor
New Year's snow globe home production can stand on the lid or bottom of the jar. Decide in advance what you like best and start decorating the part that will become the bottom.
Option one: glue the selected figures directly onto the lid or bottom. Fill the remaining space around with glue and sprinkle with foam shavings or glitter. Leave the decor to dry for a while. It is believed that a snow globe made by yourself will look most impressive if you install the interior decor on a slight elevation. The easiest way to achieve this effect is to use a piece of plasticine. Make a cake of suitable shape and size and glue it to the lid or bottom with glue. Next, install the decorative figures by drowning their bases in plasticine, and then mask the base with foam or glitter.
The magic begins
As soon as the blank with the interior decor is dry, you can begin filling our container and assembling it. at home? To fill the container you will need glycerin - you can buy it at the pharmacy. Pour distilled water into the jar - 2/3 full. Fill the remaining space with glycerin. Don't forget to add sparkles, sequins, beads or other small elements that imitate falling snow. If you don’t have anything suitable at hand, you can make “snowflakes” from finely chopped rain, foil or waterproof confetti.
Sealing and finishing touches
Even if the lid of your jar closes tightly, it is a good idea to coat it with glue before screwing it on. Handle the finished souvenir very carefully. Remember, if the glass snow globe leaks or breaks, you will ruin the textiles or very dirty the furniture.
Your magical New Year's craft ready, but if desired, you can add a few finishing touches. Decorate the outside of the lid using foil, wrapping paper, or pretty fabric. If the top of the souvenir is flat, you can glue a small decorative figurine onto it.
Is it possible to make a ball with falling snow without glycerin?
A popular question among those who decided to make a snow globe with their own hands for the first time is whether it is possible to use ordinary water without additives to make this craft? Actually it's not best idea, since glycerin slows down settling to the bottom and extends the “shelf life” of the souvenir. Ordinary water will deteriorate faster, the interior decor may become covered with an unpleasant coating, or the liquid itself may become cloudy.
If you don’t have glycerin on hand, but you want to start the creative process right now, you can replace it with refined vegetable oil or very sweet clear syrup. But remember, no matter what product you choose, in any case it will go bad in a few months. This also applies to glycerin.
It is believed that the smaller the snow globe and the more interesting its shape, the prettier it looks. Whether to follow this rule or not is your personal choice, but do not use jars larger than 1 liter for this craft.
A souvenir with falling snow can also be made from a plastic container. The main condition is a tightly closing lid, transparency of the vessel and the absence of unnecessary edges and unsightly seams on its surface. A similar principle is used to select glass jar. A container with smooth walls or a small number of edges is best suited for making this craft. But a complex cut will interfere with viewing a fascinating inner world compositions.
Now you know how to make a snow globe, but still wondering what to put inside? Small houses, Christmas trees, snowmen, Santa Claus, figurines of animals or fairy-tale characters - if you create with your child.
A craft with “falling” snow can be not only for New Year’s. Try making such a souvenir for March 8 or Valentine's Day. Accordingly, the interior decor should support the theme of the holiday, and only sparkles, multi-colored beads and confetti can fall in such a ball, foam chips need not.
Another one interesting idea- make a ball with a postcard or photo inside. You will need a paper photo or Nice picture suitable size. Cover the workpiece with transparent tape so that it does not get wet. Next, as always, place the decor inside and mask its base, add glitter and finish the craft by pouring the solution and sealing the lid tightly.
