Glowing Snowman
A delightful and enchanting craft project to create a glowing snowman perfect for the holiday season, engaging families in a fun and creative activity.
Ingredients
Materials
- 1 large large white balloon For the snowman's body
- 1 small small white balloon For the snowman's head
- 1 bottle Glow-in-the-dark paint Or use LED tea lights
- Rice or flour Rice or flour For filling the balloons
- Black felt or paper Black felt or paper For eyes and buttons
- Orange felt or paper Orange felt or paper For the nose
- 1 Scarf or fabric For decoration
- Water Water For filling the balloons
- 1 Funnel To fill the balloons
- String or fishing line String or fishing line To hang, optional
Instructions
Preparation
- Inflate the large white balloon to a size that represents the snowman's body.
- Inflate the small white balloon for the head.
Assembly
- Use a funnel to fill the large balloon with rice or flour, creating a stable base.
- Do the same for the small balloon, but fill it less than the larger one.
- Carefully tie off the ends of both balloons to secure the filling.
- Stack the small balloon on top of the large one. Use tape or glue to attach if needed.
Decoration
- Use black felt or paper to cut out eyes and buttons. Glue them onto the snowman.
- Cut the orange felt or paper into a carrot shape for the nose and attach it.
Glow Addition
- Apply glow-in-the-dark paint to the outer surface of the balloons and let it dry fully.
- Alternatively, place an LED tea light inside the larger balloon before sealing it for a bright glow.
Final Touches
- Wrap a scarf around the snowman's neck and place it where it can shine!
Notes
Consider using rice for filling, but you can substitute with cotton balls for a lighter snowman. Use colored balloons or different fabrics to personalize your snowman further.