DIY Mini Mason Jar Snow Globe

Turn a mini glass container into a mason jar snow globe. This Christmas craft makes the cutest DIY decor or a fun party activity for teens.

Two miniature mason jar snow globes, one with a plastic lamp post and the other with a bottle brush tree, sitting on a table beside a Christmas tree.

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There’s something about a teeny tiny jar that’s so fun! I’ve had these in my cabinet for a while, saving them for when a good idea comes along. Today’s the day!

These are 2 or 3 ounces jars and they’re perfect for a miniature snow globe. I’ve used the full sized mason jars and you could use those instead if you can’t find tiny ones. Add a few miniatures and some faux snow and you’ve got a simple craft to make leading up to Christmas. I made these waterless, but you could add some if you like. (I’m not sure how long the materials will hold up underwater.)

I’ve had the bottle brush trees for years, but found the lamp post at Dollar Tree. When I saw it, it reminded me of The Lion, The Witch and The Wardrobe.

A tiny lamp post in a glass jar snow globe sitting beside a paperback of The Lion, The Witch, and The Wardrobe by CS Lewis.

How to make a jar snow globe

Supplies

small glass jar with a screw-top lid ~ These are repurposed 2 oz. jars from the liquor store. I know I’ve seen them in a craft store somewhere (Michaels? Dollar Tree?) but couldn’t find them to link.
bottlebrush tree or other Christmas miniatures
clear craft glue ~ I used Aleene’s.
iridescent faux snow

A bag of glittery, white faux snow surrounded by miniatures including lamp posts, a resin house, bottle brush trees, and glass jars.

Instructions

1. Glue the miniatures.

Pick a miniature for your mason jar and glue it to the inside of the lid. Let the glue dry completely. Mine took an hour.

A 1-inch bottle brush tree and plastic lamp post glued to the inside of a tiny jar lid.

2. Add the snow.

Pour just enough faux snow into the glass jar to cover the bottom. These jars are tiny, so each one only needs a teaspoon or so.

A tablespoon of white faux snow inside a miniature glass mason jar.

3. Assemble the snow globe.

Screw the lid onto the jar and flip it over to check the snowfall. You can add more or take some out if needed.

I didn’t glue my lids on, but you can at this point when you’re happy with the inside look.

Screwing the lid onto a snow globe jar with the miniatures glued to the inside of the lid.

A pair of miniature snow globes, flipped to distribute the faux snow around the miniature lamp post and tree.

Gently shake the jar to fluff and distribute the snow. It might stick to the sides of the glass or collect on the miniatures, just like real snow would do.

Gently shaking a mini mason jar snow globe to fluff the faux snow around a green tree.

This miniature mason jar snow globe is a simple Christmas craft that kids and adults will have fun making! Stock up on supplies from the dollar store and set them out for a fun party craft. Write each person’s name and the year on the lid in permanent marker for a fun keepsake.

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DIY Mini Mason Jar Snow Globe