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
Empty, clean jars
Assorted toys/trees/Christmas village props
Fake snow
Cellophane bags
Baker's twine/ribbon/string
Cardstock paper
Hole punch
Cupcake/gift boxes
Assorted tissue paper
![Cute Holiday Gift Idea: DIY Snow Globe Kit](https://img.ehowcdn.com/375/ppds/70965791-7992-46bb-ab46-e344ca432dd0.jpg)
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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Tip
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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