How to Make a Glitter Snow Globe From a Mason Jar

Help the kids create a handmade snow globe using their favorite figurines or personal mementos.

Related To:

CI_Buff_Strickland_Glitter-Animal-Snow-Globe-Zebra-Giraffe_s3x4

Photo by: Buff Strickland Photography

Buff Strickland Photography

Materials

  • one-pint Mason jar
  • animal figurine
  • waterproof super glue or epoxy
  • glitter flakes
  • water
  • glycerin

Step 1: Gather Materials

Choose an animal figurine or any plastic toy to display in your glitter globe.

CI_Chelsea_Fullerton_Glitter-Animal-Snow-Globe-materials_s3x4

Step 2: Attach Figurine

Use super glue, epoxy or any other waterproof adhesive to attach the animal figurine to the bottom of a Mason jar lid. Ensure that the animal is centered or positioned to fit inside the jar. Allow to dry, referring to glue instructions.

CI_Chelsea_Fullerton_Glitter-Animal-Snow-Globe-2_s3x4

Step 3: Fill Jar

Fill jar almost completely with water, keeping in mind that the figurine's head should be covered when inserted. Once filled, add a few drops of glycerin and as much glitter as you like.

CI_Chelsea_Fullerton_Glitter-Animal-Snow-Globe-3_s3x4

Step 4: Secure Top

Use waterproof glue to secure the jar top to the inner lip of the lid's metal ring and allow to dry. Once dry, squeeze a thin line of waterproof glue onto the lid's inner edge, and tightly screw it onto the jar. Allow to dry before turning over and shaking.

CI_Buff_Strickland_Glitter-Animal-Snow-Globe-zebra-Giraffe_s4x3

Photo by: Buff Strickland Photography

Buff Strickland Photography

More Snow Globe DIYs

Make a Snowman-Shaped Snow Globe

Stack three fish bowls to resemble an adorable snowman.

Easy DIY Snow Globe Ornaments

Turn plastic cups and small holiday decorations into fun snowglobe ornaments.

Next Up

Easily Monogram Christmas Stockings With This No-Sew Cross Stitch Trick

Whether creating holiday heirlooms for your family or giving as a handmade gift, these personalized stockings look just like the hand-stitched version but come together much quicker and without needle and thread.

Quickly Craft These Christmasy Taper Candle Rings

Give your everyday taper candles a holiday makeover in just a few minutes by dressing up plain napkin rings with hot glue and faux evergreens.

How to Make a Colorful Holiday Pom-Pom Wreath

Celebrate the ho-ho-holidays with this festive pom-pom wreath that’s as merry and bright as Rudolph’s nose.

Upcycled Flannel Holiday Gift Wrap

Start saving those empty dry-good containers now to upcycle into festive fabric-clad packages that can be used again and again.

No-Bake Salt Dough 3 Ways

Make adorable Christmas ornaments and more with this super easy recipe. Spoiler alert: There’s no salt. Or baking!

DIY Wood Slice Winter Wreath

Add a slice of cheer to your front door with this easy-to-make winter wreath inspired by classic Scandinavian holiday style.

How to Make a Blanket Scarf Wreath

Make this charming, rustic wreath out of a blanket scarf.

How to Build a Life-Sized Gingerbread Playhouse

The only thing better than crafting a gingerbread house with your kids is building a gingerbread house for your kids.

Create Your Own Party-Perfect Charcuterie + Cheese Board

Whip up an inexpensive wood conditioner and sealant to turn a hardwood board into a foodsafe surface for feeding a crowd.

Ring in the Holidays With This DIY Evergreen Swag

Skip the big box stores and deck your doors and windows with fresh evergreen clippings sourced right from your own backyard. This simple, farmhouse-inspired swag makes quick work of holiday decorating while infusing your front door with a major dose of country Christmas charm.

More from:

Handmade Holidays

What's New in Handmade

Follow Us Everywhere

Join the party! Don't miss HGTV in your favorite social media feeds.