Handmade Christmas snow globe
Once December arrives, the entire town is instantly wrapped in a Christmas mood.
Many people decorate their homes with Christmas trees, wreaths, and festive ornaments.
Among them, nothing boosts the wintry, Christmassy atmosphere quite like a snow globe!
The fluttering snow is so beautiful, you could gaze at it forever.
Did you know you can easily make your own snow globe by hand?
In this article, we’ll share simple ideas for DIY snow globes.
Some can be made easily with items from the 100-yen shop, and others use recycled materials you may already have at home.
They’re perfect for kids’ winter break crafts, so be sure to enjoy making them together as a family!
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Handmade Christmas Snow Globes (1–10)
Snow globe using water-absorbing polymer and cold pack
A snow globe made with water-absorbing polymer beads that swell in water and an ice pack.
Since you just add the materials and mix, it’s great for kids’ winter crafts.
Put the pre-soaked water-absorbing polymer beads and the ice pack into a container.
Add water and glitter, close the lid, and it’s done.
It’s easy to try with just a few materials and steps.
You can enjoy various arrangements by changing the type and size of the container.
How about making a snow globe perfect for December by decorating it with red and green beads for a Christmas theme?
Snow globe made with 100-yen shop materials
Here’s an easy snow globe idea using items you can buy at a 100-yen shop.
Apply glue to the bottom of the decorations and secure them inside a jar, then fill the jar halfway with water.
Pour in liquid glue, and decorate with glitter or sparkles.
Stir the decorations with a chopstick or similar, then close the lid to finish.
A nice point is that you can freely use seasonal items sold at 100-yen shops, like Santa, reindeer, and snowmen.
Try making a snow globe you can enjoy crafting together with family and friends.
Santa Claus snow globe
This is a handmade snow globe that lets you display a Santa Claus ornament just as it is.
Why not try making an easy craft using only items from a 100-yen shop? Place a base on the jar lid and secure the Santa Claus on top.
Since regular glue or a glue gun can sometimes come loose, we recommend using instant adhesive.
Put glitter into the jar, then pour in a mixture of liquid glue and water.
Finally, close the lid while sealing it with adhesive, and you’re done.
It’s the perfect snow globe for December, full of Christmas spirit—give it a try!
Handmade Christmas Snow Globes (11–20)
Snow globe made with shrink plastic and plastic bottles
A snow globe made with shrink plastic and a plastic bottle that’s popular with kids, too.
Draw your favorite illustrations—like Santa, reindeer, or snowmen—on shrink plastic and cut them to fit the container.
Place the pieces on aluminum foil and bake them in the oven; once they flatten and cool, thread a string through them.
Pour water and food coloring into the plastic bottle, and decorate with glitter or beads.
Brush baby oil on, close the lid, then attach the shrink-plastic piece to the cap and decorate the container to finish.
It’s a cute, handmade Christmas snow globe you can enjoy making with family and friends.
Card-type snow globe
Why not try making a Christmas card that looks like a three-dimensional snow globe? It works great as a decorative piece or ornament for the holidays, and also makes a lovely gift for someone special.
Draw Christmas-themed illustrations on a plain card, or layer cut-out pieces of paper.
After placing the decorative elements inside the frame, embellish with glitter or sparkles.
Stack frames with transparent sheets attached, and add finishing touches like embossing powder to complete it.
It’s also nice to include a message of thanks or a festive Christmas greeting.
Character snow globe
This is a snow globe you make by drawing your favorite characters from anime or manga.
First, search for the character’s image on your smartphone, place a shrink plastic sheet over the screen, and trace the outline with a pen.
Once the outline is done, remove it from the phone and add color.
After adjusting the height and size and cutting it out, put the shrink plastic along with glitter or sequins into the container.
Fill it with water and liquid laundry starch (or glue), close the lid, and it’s complete.
It’s a handmade snow globe that invites creativity—like having kids draw their own illustrations.
Create original parts with resin clay
Here’s an idea for decorating a snow globe with original parts made from resin clay.
Use resin clay colored in various shades to create Santa, snowmen, reindeer, and more.
You can craft detailed pieces with carving tools for a professional finish, or enjoy a casual project with children.
Once the parts are complete, use a hot glue gun to attach them onto a sponge fixed to the underside of the lid.
Fill the container with glycerin, purified water, and glitter, then close the lid to finish.
It’s a handmade snow globe that invites endless creativity using your own custom decorations.