Handmade snow globe ideas: simple yet cute crafts
A snow globe with fluffy, drifting white flakes is soothing to watch all by itself.
They’re sold at many tourist spots, so plenty of people collect them, right?
They’re also a popular choice for kids’ summer break projects.
In this article, we’ll share ideas for making your own handmade snow globes.
You might think, “Isn’t that hard?” but there are dedicated kits available, and there are even ideas you can make in about 30 minutes using only materials from a 100-yen shop.
Use your favorite items to create your very own original snow globe!
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Handmade snow globe ideas: simple yet cute crafts (21–30)
Dinosaur Snow Globe
Many children love dinosaurs, don’t they? Some probably have lots of dinosaur merchandise, too.
So let’s make a summer vacation project using dinosaurs: a snow globe in a glass container filled with liquid laundry starch (or school glue) and purified water.
Use a hot glue gun to attach a dinosaur figurine to the inside of the glass lid.
Be careful when using the glue gun, as it gets very hot.
Pour the laundry starch (or glue) and purified water into the container, then tint it with paint in your favorite color.
If you add glitter, you’ll get a sparkly, authentic-looking snow globe.
Close the lid and turn it upside down, and you’ll have a beautiful snow globe with a dinosaur inside.
Snow globe made from sponge sheets
A snow globe made with soft sponge sheets.
Let’s create a clear, wintry item perfect for the cold month of December.
Draw a circle with a compass on a sponge sheet and cut out the inside.
Cut a piece of clear file plastic to match the size of the circle.
Attach decorations with double-sided tape to the sponge sheet base where you’ve applied glue, then add glitter, beads, and other embellishments.
Place the clear file on top, and finally attach the sponge sheet to finish.
It’s recommended to adjust the number of sponge sheets used depending on the thickness of the decorations.
Snow globe made from an empty bottle
Many people have probably received or bought snow globes as souvenirs or gifts.
Why not try making one with an empty jar? It’s easier than you think, and the result is beautiful and soothing.
All you need is an empty jar, a melamine sponge, liquid laundry starch (or thick laundry glue), small figurines or similar parts, and some glitter.
You can get them cheaply at a 100-yen shop.
First, attach the melamine sponge to the inside of the jar lid, then glue the figurines or other parts onto the sponge.
Put glitter into the jar itself, add laundry starch and water, mix, and screw on the lid—that’s it!
Aquarium snow globe
Let me introduce a refreshing aquarium-style snow globe.
Prepare liquid laundry starch (or glue), a sponge, a jar, miniature figures, ribbon, adhesive, glitter, and a chopstick.
Cut the sponge to the shape of the jar lid to make a base, then glue it in place.
Attach the figures onto the base using adhesive.
Put glitter into the jar, then add water and liquid laundry starch in a 1:1 ratio and mix well.
Close the jar with the lid that has the figures attached, making sure no air gets in, and you’re done.
Decorate it and create your own original snow globe!
Easy Snow Globe
Here’s a simple snow globe project that even a 3-year-old boy can enjoy, just like a fun science activity! Another great point is that you can make it with supplies from the dollar store.
To make it: glue the items you want to display to the inside of the jar, add water and liquid glue, sprinkle in glitter or sequins if you like, and screw the lid on tightly.
You can also change the decorations inside, or decorate the jar with a ribbon or holly—lots of lovely ways to customize it.
Make it together with your child and get into the Christmas spirit!
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?
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.