​​ZenGlitter
by Abby Liang

Step 1: Gather your materials
A clear jar or container with a lid. Small scraps of recyclable stuff or things you won’t need anymore (each piece should not be larger than the tip of your pinkie) ex: cardboard scraps, stickers, beads. Mica glitter or biodegradable glitter (optional). ½ cup of hot water (preferably distilled). ½ cup of clear glue. Hot glue gun. Used colored paper + scissors ((optional).

Step 2: Pour the hot water in the jar
Remember to handle the water carefully!

Step 3: Pour the glue into the jar
Do it slowly, make sure the glue sets into the water.

Step 4: Add scraps/glitter
Carefully add your desired amount of scraps/glitter into it(using a spoon can be helpful to pour them in)Just make sure you don’t add too much or too little that the scraps and glitter won’t float around.

Step 5: Fill up the jar
Use hot water to fill up the remaining of the jar.

Step 6: Screw on the lid
Use the hot glue gun and trace around the mouth of the container. Then carefully place the lid on it, twist it tight and let it set and cool.

Step 7: Shake it
Make sure to shake it a lot at first to distribute the glitter. It may take a moment for the ingredients to fully mix and set.

Step 8: Decorate (optional)
Use any scraps of colored paper to decorate the outside of your jar. Cut them up using scissors and use the hot glue gun to glue them. Make sure to leave enough space for you to see the glitter floating around.

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