How can I make a snowglobe without using a jar? (Is there another container I can use)?

Answer 1

You don't say whether you object to the item itself (a jar), or to the material it's made from (glass), or to its shape... but here are some other ideas (from the page on making snowglobes at home, at my website):

...plain round, votive candle holder
... visit the thrift store and get glass containers of various sizes... my only requirement is that the bottom not be too thick.
...glass "ivy bowls" in the Wal Mart craft aisle
...glass globe light fixtures from a hardware store.... the ones that are little round balls that screw onto a light fixture base
...tall glass domes that would normally fit onto wooden bases to display stuff.

...plastic domes, container, jars, (large to small)
...clear acrylic boxes of various sizes

...as well as *small* things like little glass or plastic bottles, test tubes, etc .


You might also want to check out the other info I have on that page about making all kinds of snowglobes at home:
http://glassattic.com/polymer/outdoor_snowglobes_fountains.htm
(... start with BASIC INFO ON MAKING SNOWGLOBES...)


HTH,

Diane B.

Answer 2

I think you could use a glass cup, Just put a clothe over the part you pour the water out make sure the glass cup is the clear ones round and no handle. Seal the clothe on with like a rubber band if it is tight enough it should not come out. you may wanna tie it to the glass with a string also and put a bow if you would like to. Use glitter and such for the snow and you can put in a nicknack for the ornament. To get the snow to swirl! Just take a fish tank pump and stick the part that blows air out in a circle in the clothe and then turn it on and wallla! you got a swirling snow globe! But make sure you stick the hole in the clothe before putting it on and make sure it is the exact width of the pipe for the tank. You may want to put a seal and make sure the pump is not so strong it moves it or makes the nicknack fall over.

Answer 3

If you're trying to avoid shattered glass possibilities, I'd recommend finding one of those plastic "bowls" in which they sell beta fish. Maybe check with your local pet store, or Wal-Mart even. There should be a few options there. If all else fails see if your local Michael's or other craft store has something in the way of plastic storage bowls. I'm sorry if none of these works for you but those are all I could come up with.

Answer 4

You could use a plastic bottle. Make the cap part of your design.