We’re only a week away from Christmas, which means it’s crunch time for all of us decoration procrastinators.
Luckily I’ve got an easy (and customizable) DIY solution.
Using a few things I found laying around and a few things I found at craft stores, I created a fun snow globe inspired Christmas scene in a large vase.
I’ve seen a lot of similar ones around the blogosphere that are in mason jars, but there’s two reasons we decided to go with a vase instead:
- The mason jars we have on hand have too much detail on the sides, so it’s hard to see through, and
- The awesome mini Christmas tree I found is too tall to fit into a mason jar.
So, here’s how we made it.
Gather up a vase or other container, some mini Christmas trees, glitter snow, and whatever figurines you want. I usually see nice woodland creatures, but Sean and I decided to go with dinosaurs. For obvious reasons.
Then, it’s as easy as pouring in the fake snow, adding the trees and dinosaurs, and putting it on display!
What creatures would you put inside of your DIY snow globe? Have you made one before?
super cute idea… it will make for a good last minute center piece ;o)
Definitely! And you can change it up for parties depending on the theme. 🙂
That is cute Caitlin! I actually own a few clear small vases and that DIY is perfect for it! Simple yet very festive. Thanks for sharing 🙂
Thanks so much, Cara! 🙂
This is such a fun idea! I have a few small vases siting around (I check forgetting to get flowers for them) so this would be a great way to finally use them <3
Definitely! I never get flowers because my cat would just eat them, so I was glad I found a new way to utilize my old vases!
My kids would think this is awesome. Dinosaurs always win around here 🙂
Same! 🙂
so cute!! I would love to use brown bears instead and SOOO easy!!
That would be super cute!
This is super cute! The dinosaurs add a special touch. 🙂
Thank you! I love adding unique things to make it my own 🙂
You always have the best little DIYs. <3
Thank you so much, Alyssa! That means a lot 🙂
I love that cute little tree! Where did you find it? The dinosaurs are cracking me up…but so fitting of course! 🙂
I found it at Michael’s! They had a display of mini houses, people, and other scenery, and most of it was already picked over. Luckily this tree was left! 🙂
I love this idea so cute. The dinosaurs are a brilliant addition.
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Thanks, Rosie! 🙂 They’re my favorite
This looks great, I love the addition of the dinosaurs.
Thanks, Karissa!
This looks great, I have plans to craft this weekend, maybe I’ll try it out then!
Let me know if you try it out, Jessica! I’d love to see pictures 🙂
Simple and easy to make, for probably I would add some of my daughter’s minnie dolls!
That’s a great idea!
So creative and funny, what an original idea!
Thank you, Anita! 🙂
What a great idea! Would be tons of fun to make with the kids too!
Definitely! It was really easy, which makes for great kids crafts 🙂
very creative. cute.
Thanks Candace!