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DIY Galaxy Jar


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  • Author: claire-bennett
  • Total Time: 10 minutes
  • Makes: 1 galaxy jar

Description

Create a stunning and personalized DIY Galaxy Jar, perfect for home decor or a thoughtful gift.


Materials

  • A clean glass jar with a lid
  • Acrylic paints (blues, purples, blacks, and whites)
  • Paintbrushes (various sizes)
  • Water
  • Cotton balls or sponge
  • Glitter (optional)
  • LED tealight (for illumination)


Instructions

  1. Prepare your jar: Start by ensuring your glass jar is clean and dry.
  2. Mix your colors: In separate containers, mix water with the acrylic paints.
  3. Create the night sky: Using a wide paintbrush, apply a layer of the darkest color at the bottom of the jar.
  4. Add dimension: Use a cotton ball or sponge to dab on lighter colors, creating a gradient effect.
  5. Add stars: Once colors are dry, add small white dots for stars or sprinkle glitter.
  6. Finish with light: Place an LED tealight in the bottom of the jar to illuminate your galaxy.

Notes

Encourage creativity with colors and designs, and supervise kids when using sharp tools.