STEP 1: Hand-wash the glass globes and dry with a cotton towel. If you have it on hand, use Isopropyl alcohol on a cloth and wipe the inside so glass is smudge free and sparkly. Everything you see in the photos are things I found at the thrift store. But they are also things that will make your snowman globe decoration absolutely unique! Look for things that together, make a little cohesive scene. Collect odds & ends to create your Christmas/Winter scene: single snowflake, artificial greenery, miniature tree ornaments/balls, pine cones, Christmas/Winter figurines. Using the best looking, prettiest and cutest items you can find improve the finished product. STEP 2 Decide how your vases best fit together. It may depend on their shape. In both of my snowmen, the bottom vase is glued face down to the surface of the plate. This is because the mouth of the vase was the widest at the top and allowed the most room for my scene and fit easily over the top of the figurines.

Snowmen Spinning Water Globes – Lighted Water Lanterns Snowmen Spinning Water Globes – Lighted Water Lanterns

If you have a matched set, you can glue the bottom vase to the plate top-up and place the figurines down inside. It’s also about appreciating the magnificent beauty of nature and surrounding ourselves with happy things. We hope that’s you, too!Turns out those globe vases are a dime a dozen. But the thrift stores in my area tend to get only the small ones, so I ‘punted’ and used a different shaped vase for the bottom of my snowman globe decoration. You could do that, too! At the most wonderful time of the year, it’s especially worth the effort to make something creative and unique. If you wove a fascinating little story on the inside, you’ve got an instant conversation starter. Everyone loves a snowman and this table top decoration is sure to make the season bright! Whether that’s painting the garden shed a vibrant color, decorating a fence, or getting creative with thrift store finds, there’s many ways to make your yard or garden beautiful without spending a lot.

Snowman and The Snowdog Musical Water Ball with Colour The Snowman and The Snowdog Musical Water Ball with Colour

clear, globe-style vases. (or substitute with other wide glass vase) The top one smaller than bottom one Kristen specializes in up-cycled crafts. She has a reputation for quality and attention to detail, and her artworks show it. She takes such joy in making things “extra special”, especially during the holidays. Her craft posts may entail a bit more description geared to those who don’t make crafts on a regular basis. Even if you do, you’ll appreciate the thoughtful insights so your projects turn out beautiful! Other Unique holiday crafts to try In my diorama above, the snowman figurine is carrying presents and dressed warmly for the weather. I decided that he was on his way thru the woods to deliver those gifts to a friend. Why the bells, you ask? In case he gets lost? To scare away bears? Nope! Bears are hibernating this time of year. Maybe the bells can be heard from a distance so his friend will know he’ll be arriving very soon. I like that one better, don’t you? Besides, he’s got his faithful dog at his side to keep him safe and for companionship along the way.You found a little corner of the garden world that’s all about imaginative and whimsical places. We’re the creative side of Gardening. If you like dish flowers, flea market, fairies and “secret gardens”, you’re in the right place! Using vases with a slightly different configuration, also meant that many of those holiday miniatures found at Michaels or Jo-ann’s were too big or too tall to fit inside. Or if they did, there wasn’t enough room for other figures. So I had to create my own “scene” using whatever I could find. I’m passionate about making yards and gardens inviting places to spend time. And, I’d like to help you find solutions that are easy and affordable.