how do you make glitter jars with corn syrup

How to make glitter glitter with corn syrup?

Next pour corn syrup into the bottle. The ratio is 50:50 corn syrup to water. Don’t worry if you can’t get this totally exact, though. I eyeballed it, and our bottle of corn syrup was just enough to fill up half of each bottle. Perfect. The corn syrup thickens the water and prevents the glitter from completely settling.

How do you make Glitter jars?

Warm water, straight from the tap. With the first glitter jar we ever made, I had microwaved the water to near-boiling and even though it had cooled down a lot by the time we added it to the bottle, I sealed the cap shut while it was still fairly warm. As it cooled, the water contracted and warped the bottle shape a little. (Science!)

How do you make a glitter bottle with food coloring?

Add 1 drop of food coloring, if desired, and then glue/tape the lid on. Making a Calm Bottle (glitter glue): Instead of clear glue you can use glitter glue. If you go this rout then mix the glitter glue in a bowl with very hot water (I boil the water) before adding it to the bottle.

What can I use to glue glitter to a glass bottle?

Glue/glitter glue works best, but you could also use corn syrup if that’s all you have. You have to pour it directly in the water without letting it touch the sides of the bottle or the glitter will stick to it. Water: It can be room temperature if you use regular glue but should be hot (I use boiling water) if glitter glue is used.

What is a Calm Down Jar?

A calm down jar is a jar filled with something suspended in liquid (commonly oil or glitter) that slowly falls for a specified length of time.

Tips for Making Calm Down Jars

I’ve tried to make my daughter a discovery bottle in the past, and mostly failed, so this time, I did a little more research before starting.

How to Make Glitter Jars

Follow along with these recipes to make 4 different variations on calm down jars that have different fall times.

Step 1: Supplies

Container: This is typically made with a glass mason jar, but since I often make these with children I use water bottles with smooth sides.

Step 2: Directions

Making a Calm Bottle (clear glue): Fill the bottle 3/4 of the way full with water. Then add the glue (and shake) and glitter (and shake). I use a funnel for the glitter. The more glue you use, the longer it will take the glitter to fall. I usually use the whole bottle. Add 1 drop of food coloring, if desired, and then glue/tape the lid on.

Step 3: Using the Calm Bottle

When your client (or child or yourself) becomes upset, angry, frustrated, anxious, etc., direct them to shake the bottle vigorously as long as they want as an expressive/physical release activity.

Glitter Jar Ingredients & Recipe

When I went looking for a recipe for a glitter jar, I came across all kinds of recipes that differed quite a bit. Some called for glycerin, some called for dish soap, others required just water and glitter.

Ways to Use a Glitter Jar

For Calming This is why some people call it a “calm bottle” or “calm-down bottle”. The swirling glitter is very calming as it falls to the bottom of the bottle, for both kids and adults. If you’re feeling agitated, try it for yourself. Shaking the bottle feels just as good as watching the last few specks of glitter fall to the bottom of the bottle.

Question for You

Does your family have a glitter jar, or want to make one? How do you, or how will you use yours? Let us know in a comment below.

Step 1: Get an empty plastic bottle

We picked up two cheap ArtMinds plastic bottles from Michaels. They are up in the front of the store near the registers. You know, in the gauntlet of low-priced stuff you didn’t know you needed until you see it. Super handy though 🙂

Step 2: Fill bottle with half corn syrup

Next pour corn syrup into the bottle. The ratio is 50:50 corn syrup to water. Don’t worry if you can’t get this totally exact, though. I eyeballed it, and our bottle of corn syrup was just enough to fill up half of each bottle. Perfect.

Step 4: Glue the top on!

When you’re happy with it, apply a very strong glue all around the threads on the inside of the cap. Screw back on tightly and let it dry.

How to Make a Sensory Bottle

Hopefully, this will help guide you to choose the perfect materials and ingredients to make the sensory bottle you really want! They are wonderful tools to use at home or in the car, and in the classroom. Plus, they are a great addition to a preschool curriculum.

How to choose the right sensory bottle

The bottle is like your lens. The shape and clarity are important as well as the size and sturdiness.

Making a Sensory Bottle

Use a clean bottle when making your discovery bottle…otherwise, you may acquire some unwanted growth later on. I pour the water into a different cup, then rinse it out if it is a flavored water.

Step 1

Take the container and add rubbing alcohol until it is it one quarter full.

Step 2

Squeeze in a little food coloring if desired. Put the lid on and shake it up to mix in the food coloring.

Step 3

Add vegetable oil to the container until it is almost full. Leave a little space at the top.

Step 5

Add more oil until the container is full. Shake to mix it all together and watch the glitter float about, or move the container slowly back and forth to create a wave effect.

Step 5

Shake the container until it mixes. It will not separate. The corn syrup will help the glitter float.