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 (21–30)
A snow globe that rattles
The rattling snow globe is a new kind of handmade item that lets you enjoy both movement and sound.
Draw a picture on a clear bag to create your design.
Add your favorite decorations and glitter, then attach it to a frame made from construction paper.
Use thicker construction paper as a backing and secure the bag.
Attach paper cutouts shaped like snowmen and trees to complete a Christmas-themed design.
When you shake the bag, the decorations sway and make sounds, offering enjoyment not just visually but also aurally.
It’s safe for children to make, so it’s recommended as a handmade Christmas craft the whole family can enjoy.
Puni Puni Snow Globe
A squishy, tactile snow globe that’s perfect for sensory play.
Fold a sheet of construction paper in half and cut a circular window in the center of one side.
Fill a zip-lock bag with liquid laundry starch (or glue) and glitter to create a shimmering, flowing effect.
Stick Santa, snowman, and other festive stickers onto the construction paper, then secure the bag firmly so the paper won’t open.
Finish by decorating with ribbons and stickers.
When you press the bag, the glitter moves—making a snow globe that kids and adults alike can enjoy.
All materials are available at 100-yen shops, so it’s great for craft beginners too.
Snow globe made with a capsule case
A snow globe made with a capsule case is charming for its miniature size and polished finish.
Fill the capsule with cotton and lightly sprinkle glitter to recreate a snowy scene.
Secure small decorations, such as a gift box, with glue.
Wrap a sponge sheet around a plastic bottle cap and use it as a base to place the capsule on.
Finish by adding a ribbon.
This compact and cute snow globe is perfect as a Christmas tree ornament or a gift.
The decorations seen through the clear capsule look festive and help set the Christmas mood.
A snow globe you make with a kit
For beginners who want to try making a snow globe, I recommend using a dedicated kit.
Mix water and liquid laundry starch (or glue) in a 2:1 ratio and pour it into the globe.
Add your favorite glitter, then attach the base and the globe to finish.
If there isn’t enough water, the glitter won’t move well, so the key is to add water little by little while adjusting.
Kits come with all the materials you need, which saves you the hassle of preparation.
You can also customize it by choosing your own decorations and glitter colors.
A sparkling snow globe makes a lovely decoration that instantly brings a festive Christmas mood to your space.
Christmas snow globe made with a sponge
A snow globe made with sponge that lets you enjoy a soft texture.
Shape the sponge into a round form to mimic snow and decorate it by inserting Christmas picks.
Secure the sponge firmly to the jar lid with a hot glue gun.
By adding a mixture of glitter, water, and liquid glue, you can enjoy the beautiful sight of glitter slowly drifting down.
The key to this snow globe is using the sponge to create a three-dimensional look and easily adding a festive Christmas feel with the picks.
It’s easy enough for beginners to make and makes a delightful gift.
Snow Globe Made with a Plastic Cup
A snow globe made with a plastic cup features a charming three-dimensional design.
Use paper clay to create a snowman, and make a 3D Christmas tree with origami.
For the tree, cut slits into two sheets of origami paper and interlock them to create depth.
Draw freely on the plastic cup with a permanent marker, place cotton on thick paper, and glue it down.
Arrange the snowman and tree on top, sprinkle glitter, then cover with the cup to finish.
The sparkling decorations seen through the clear plastic cup enhance the Christmas atmosphere, and the process of making it is part of the fun.
Wall-mounted snow globe
A wall-mounted snow globe is a stylish item you can enjoy without taking up space.
Draw pictures of a snowman or a tree on construction paper and carefully cut them out with scissors.
Arrange the cutouts on a piece of construction paper attached to the bottom of a cup, then place small pieces of yarn inside the cup.
The yarn cleverly creates a snow-like effect.
Put on the lid, decorate the outside of the cup, and attach a string at the end to complete a design you can hang on the wall! Because it uses lightweight, durable materials, it’s easy for children to handle and makes it simple to create original decorations.