By LIN ELLIS
DavidsonNews.net

If you want to make a gift for yourself or a special someone that is heartfelt & very personal, consider making your own snow globe.

All items can be found at a craft store ~ you will need:
. a jar of your choice (with a lid)
. figurines or jewelery
. anti-rust sealant for metal pieces
. clear-drying epoxy
. distilled water
. a dash of glycerin
. large silver/white glitter (smaller versions will float at the top)

Steps:
1. use clear-drying epoxy to adhere your piece to the inside of the lid. let dry per instructions
2. after the epoxy dries completely, fill your jar with distilled water
3. add just a dash of glycerin ~ so the “snow” falls slowly.
4. add as much glitter as you like. If you don’t like the look of glitter, you can usually find faux snow at craft stores.
5. Screw your lid on tightly and enjoy your snow globe!

These snow globes were famously made by Taylor Swift ~

This is a fun Christmas project to do with kids ~

Lin Ellis is one of the principals of Running in Stilettos, a full-service lifestyle management, personal concierge, event planning, home organizing & design & property care firm covering the southern Lake Norman area. Running in Stilettos is proud to be members of the Lake Norman Chamber of Commerce, National Organization of Professional Organizers & the International Concierge & Lifestyle Management Association.

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photo credits: taste of country, anthropologie, the creative mama