Snow globes have a special kind of magic. One little shake and a whole tiny world fills with swirling snow. This craft brings that same wintry wonder to paper, and the best part is that kids get to make a big, beautiful mess along the way.
Our Paint Splat Snow Globe starts with a few squeezes of puff paint and ends with a glittery, frosty scene that looks like a real snowstorm. Every globe turns out different, so no two kids will make the same one. It works well for a cozy afternoon at home, a classroom winter unit, or a holiday craft table. And because we use glow-in-the-dark paint, your finished snow globe gets a surprise bonus when the lights go out.
Our free printable snow globe template does the tricky cutting work for you, so the kids can jump straight to the fun part.
Craft Supplies:
Gather these supplies before you start:
- Craft paint in white – for the bright, snowy swirls
- Blue cardstock paper – for the background
- White cardstock paper – for the snow globe frame and base
- Loose craft glitter and snowflake stickers
- Scissors
- School glue
- Free printable snow globe template – password is GLUEDTOMYCRAFTS2026
Directions:
- First things first – print the free snow globe template on white cardstock paper and cut out the globe frame and base along the outer lines.
- Next cut out the inner circle to create an open window – younger kids may need a grown-up’s help with this part.
- Discard excess paper and set aside the globe shape for now.
- Now fold your blue cardstock in half, then open it back up and lay it flat.
- It’s time to add the paint splat flurries! Squeeze small blobs of white puff paint onto one half of the paper – right in the middle of the fold.
- Once you’re happy with your paint placement, fold the paper closed and press down firmly with both hands. Smooth and squish it all around, working from the fold outward. Then, slowly peel the paper open to reveal your snowy scene. Every single one turns out different, and that big reveal moment is half the fun!
- Set the paint covered paper aside in a safe spot and let it dry completely before moving on.
- Once it’s fully dry, glue your snow globe printable on top and trim around your splat design.
- Finish off with some snowflake and rhinestone stickers inside to really set the scene!
- Then display your piece proudly for all to see!
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There’s something extra special about a craft that’s both messy and magical, and this Paint Splat Snow Globe is a little of both. Kids love the surprise of seeing their swirls appear, and grown-ups love how gorgeous the finished globes look on a fridge, a bulletin board, or a winter window.
So grab your puff paint, roll up those sleeves, and let your little artists make their own snowstorm. No two globes will ever be the same, and that’s exactly what makes them wonderful. We’d love to see your creations, so be sure to tag @GLUEDTOMYCRAFTS when you share them. Happy crafting, and stay cozy!
