DIY Holiday Snow Globe Kit

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Pass out these cute little DIY snow globe kits to neighbors and friends this holiday season. They're quick and easy to put together, and give your friends a fun activity to do together as a family. Plus, the snow globes make for a unique gift they can use every year.

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Things You'll Need

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Tip

To clean jars, soak them in water, then scrape away labels with a razor and use Goo Gone or baby oil to rub the stickiness away.

Step 1: Prepare and Stuff Boxes

Cupcake boxes like the ones used here can be found online or at restaurant supply stores. These are 7-inch-by-7-inch-by-3-inch.

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Fold up your boxes and gently stuff some tissue paper in them.

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Step 2: Decorate Jars

Add ribbon, washi tape or string to the lids of the jars that have writing or decorative elements on them to make the resulting snow globes even cuter.

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Step 3: Package Snow

Use an assortment of fake snows and glitter and put about 1/2 cup in each cellophane bag, then tie with twine.

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Step 4: Print Out the Free Printables

Print out the free printable instruction cards, cut them out and place an instruction card in each box with one jar, your chosen toys/props and one bag of snow.

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Bottle brush trees, Christmas village figurines and miniature ornaments make excellent snow globe props.

Step 5: Wrap Up Boxes

Print off the free printable tags, cut them out and use a hole punch to create a hole.

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Close up your boxes, tie ribbon or twine around them and tie a tag on to each one.

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Hand these out to neighbors, friends, family or teachers and maybe even make a snow globe yourself!

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