how to make a mason jar snow globe with glycerin

Fill the jar almost to the top with distilled water; add a pinch of glitter and a dash of glycerin to keep the glitter from falling too quickly. (Don't add too much, or the glitter will stick to the bottom of the jar when it's flipped.) Screw on the lid tightly, being careful not to dislodge the figurine.

1. What is the ratio of glycerin to water for snow globe?
2. How do you make a snow globe with glycerin?
3. What kind of glycerin do you use for snow globes?
4. Can you use baby oil instead of glycerin for snow globes?
5. What is a substitute for glycerin?
6. What liquid do you put in snow globes?
7. Why is the glitter clumping in my snow globe?
8. Can you use baby oil for snow globes?
9. Can I use vegetable oil instead of glycerin?
10. How do you keep glitter from clumping in a snow globe?
11. Where can I find glycerin?
12. Can you make glycerin at home?
13. Is baby oil the same as glycerin?
14. How do you make Christmas snow globes out of mason jars?
15. What is the difference between glycerin and glycerine?
16. What household items have glycerin?
17. Can you use coconut oil instead of glycerin?
18. How do you make a homemade snowglobe?
19. Can you use regular water for snow globes?
20. Can you use vegetable oil in a snow globe?

What is the ratio of glycerin to water for snow globe?

Personally, we used about 3/4 cup of water, 3 teaspoons glycerin and 2 teaspoons glitter. Don't fill your jar too much because the figurine will displace some water and you want a small air pocket for allow for the shaking. Place the inverted mason jar lid on the jar and secure tightly.

How do you make a snow globe with glycerin?

Fill the jar with distilled water and add a few drops of glycerin. Put 1 to 2 tsp. or until your base is covered with glitter in the jar. Either you can stick with white/clear glitter or you can jazz it up by adding colored glitter. Shake your globe to be sure your glycerin consistency is right.

What kind of glycerin do you use for snow globes?

Glycerin (or corn syrup) is more dense than water; so after we added it to the snow globe, the snow fell more slowly. Try adding a few more drops of glycerin (or corn syrup).

Can you use baby oil instead of glycerin for snow globes?

Add several drops of glycerin to keep your "snow" suspended, so it falls correctly. Another option is to fill your jar with mineral oil or baby oil instead of using the distilled water and glycerin. ... Place the lid on the jar, close tightly, and shake to test how the snow falls and the overall look of your snow globe.

What is a substitute for glycerin?

Propylene glycol is a colorless, odorless liquid with similar humectant, or moisturizing, properties to glycerin. Also known as PG, propylene glycol is commonly used as a glycerin substitute in cosmetic and toiletry products because it is typically cheaper.

What liquid do you put in snow globes?

One of the secret ingredients to any snow globe is glycerin, a clear liquid typically made from vegetable oils, which is widely used to slow down the effect of shaken water and glitter, to the effect of falling snow. Simply give it a shake, and everyone will love to watch the snow swirl inside.

Why is the glitter clumping in my snow globe?

If this happens to your snowglobe, I would suggest spooning out the glitter that has floated to the top. You may notice that some of the glitter clumps together but after a day or two the glitter should started to seperate. If you notice that the glitter is still clumping, you may have used too much glycerin.

Can you use baby oil for snow globes?

Snow globe crafts are also simple enough for young children to make with only minimal help from an adult. Baby oil, or mineral oil, is readily available and allows the snow to swirl and fall slowly within the globe.

Can I use vegetable oil instead of glycerin?

Vegetable oil is another potential substitute for vegetable glycerin, for the same reason as corn syrup is sometimes used -- it is one of the sources of vegetable glycerin. ... This is one of the better options for a substitute if vegetable glycerin is being used mainly to help maintain moisture.

How do you keep glitter from clumping in a snow globe?

Add a small amount of water and gently shake and swirl the bottle to help prevent the glitter from clumping. Add glycerine until the bottle is about one-quarter full. (Tip: if you're making a few bottles, you can use different amounts of glycerine in each one.

Where can I find glycerin?

Its usually located in the first aid section but sometimes it will be with the diuretics like castor oil and such. Its normally in small bottles.

Can you make glycerin at home?

Take a saucepan, add one cup of coconut oil and olive oil in it. Keep it on low flame and gradually add 1 tsp lye and 1 cup water. Heat the mixture for 15 minutes and keep stirring till the mixture thickens. As tracing reflects in the pan, add 1/2 cup salt and allow the mixture to cool.

Is baby oil the same as glycerin?

Glycerin has a density of about 1.2gm per cm3, while baby oil has density of 0.8. The less dense baby oil offers less resistance and I imagine will give quicker falling flakes of snow.

How do you make Christmas snow globes out of mason jars?

1. Step 1: Secure your ornament to the lid. Using a glue gun, carefully glue the bottom of your tree ornament to the mason jar lid. ...
2. Step 2: Add clear glue to your jar. ...
3. Step 3: Add warm water and stir. ...
4. Step 4: Add glitter and stir. ...
5. Step 5: Place the lid. ...
6. Step 6: Seal the jar tightly. ...
7. Step 7: Shake and enjoy!

What is the difference between glycerin and glycerine?

Nope, there is no chemical difference between glycerol, glycerin or glycerine. All 3 names refer to the same compound, propane-1,2,3-triol.

What household items have glycerin?

20 Common Products Containing Glycerin

• Moisturizer.
• Shampoo.
• Dishwasher detergent.
• Toilet cleaning gel.
• Toothpaste.
• Laundry detergent.
• Shaving cream.
• Cleaning wipes.

Can you use coconut oil instead of glycerin?

Coconut oil is a substitute for animal-based glycerin in cosmetic and pharmaceutical products. It has similar properties to lard, helps the soap form a hard bar and produces a good lather.

How do you make a homemade snowglobe?

Directions

1. Put glue on the inside of the jar's lid. Place and stick your child's plastic figurine on it.
2. Fill the jar with cold water.
3. Add 1-2 teaspoons of glitter and stir.
4. Add a few drops of glycerin.
5. Screw the lid on the jar -- you can glue it if you're concerned about your child trying to open it.
6. That's it!

Can you use regular water for snow globes?

Fill the jar almost to the top with distilled water. Do not use tap water, as it can turn yellow over time. (Note: we can attest to this, a year later. If you don't have distilled water and you can't wait, I'd consider going a dry route, with sugar and glitter, instead.)

Can you use vegetable oil in a snow globe?

Glycerin can be substituted for olive oil, vegetable oil, or baby oil. Adding more oil will make the glitter fall slower. Tighten the lid on jar and glue shut.