Martha (or rather her assistants who think of all the ideas) wins again! I found this link via craftivism.com (a site everyone should bookmark!) about d.i.y. snow globes. The ideas seem really endless and I really want to try this if I can get some time. If anyone does do this will you post pictures of your final project!
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Snow Globes
The shimmering magic of snowfall is always transfixing, whether it’s outside your window or inside this classic toy. Homemade globes let you create a wintry scene straight out of your own imagination. Almost any jar works for this project: Baby-food, pimiento, and olive jars are good choices. Look for plastic or ceramic figurines (metal ones are prone to rust) at flea markets and hobby or model-railroad shops. Synthetic evergreen tips are available at many floral-supply stores. If the jar lids are not in seasonal colors already, paint them with oil-based enamel paint. Sand the inside of the lid until the surface is rough. With clear-drying epoxy, adhere the figurine to the inside of the lid, and let the epoxy dry. Fill the jar almost to the top with distilled water; add a pinch of glitter and a dash of glycerin (available at drugstores) 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. Turn the jar over and back again—and let it snow.
Cool huh?!
Also via the craftivism.com site is a link to download some unusual holiday music. I have to say this isn't normally my cup of tea, but since I am now a shop keep, it is nice to have "seasonal" music in the store while people shop. Regular holiday music makes me want to stab my eyes out (except Sliver Bells, which I love for some reason). So if your in the mood for some new music go HERE
We have snow outside, you?! Happy December everyone....
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