Description
Create a magical winter scene with a DIY Snowstorm in a Jar, perfect for festive decor or a fun craft.
Ingredients
Scale
- Clear glass jar (12–16 oz) with a tight-fitting lid
- 1 cup water
- 2 tablespoons baby oil or vegetable oil
- 1 teaspoon white school glue
- 1 tablespoon aluminum powder or fine white glitter
- 1 drop blue food coloring (optional)
Instructions
- First things first, grab your clean, clear jar. You’ll fill it about three-quarters full with water. Leave some space at the top!
- Now, if you like that icy blue look, add just one tiny drop of blue food coloring to the water. Give it a gentle stir with a spoon or stick to mix it in evenly. It should be just a hint of color, like a winter sky.
- Slowly stir in 1 teaspoon of white school glue. Don’t worry if it looks a little cloudy at first, that’s totally normal! The glue helps change the water’s density just enough to make the glitter float and fall slower.
- Next, it’s time for the snow! Sprinkle in your 1 tablespoon of fine glitter or aluminum powder. Give it another gentle stir to try and distribute it a bit, but don’t overmix. Some clumping is okay – that’s part of the fun!
- Now, for the oil layer. Slowly pour in the 2 tablespoons of baby oil or vegetable oil down the inner side of the jar. This creates a separate layer that the glitter will drift through.
- Carefully and tightly seal the lid on the jar. Make sure it’s on nice and snug so your snowstorm stays contained!
- The best part! Shake the jar vigorously to create the snowstorm effect! Watch the glitter swirl and drift down like snow. It’s mesmerizing!
Notes
- Feel free to customize the color by using different food coloring.
- This is a great project for kids with adult supervision.
- Ensure your jar is tightly sealed to prevent spills.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Craft
- Method: DIY
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