Big jars tend to work better for this project and appear more magical, but little ones work well, too. It definitely takes a long time to paint larger jars, so be forewarned. Be careful with the paint, it’s waterproof, so after it dries you may not be able to remove it from your clothes and furniture. If you want to keep your paintbrush, be sure to wash your it after use.
Ingredients:
Ingredients:
1. Wash your jar(s), and mix the paint with your brush so that the glowing particles dissolve evenly.
2. Make tiny dots in the inside of the jar. The more dots you make, the more magical the jar will appear.
3. You’re done. It’s this easy. In daylight your jar won’t look that fancy, but at night… it will transform your room into another world. Charge it with a lamp and take it to a dark place! Have fun!
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ReplyDeleteCan you put a tiny LED light in it to make it glow longer?
ReplyDeleteGreat idea! That seems like it would be a good way to make the fun last longer...thanks!
Deletewow! that's super cool...
ReplyDeleteYes, it is! I wish I could say that it was my brilliant idea, but alas, credit goes to Panka. Thank you for your comment!
DeleteThis is such a cute project. I am wondering if that paint "charges" in direct sunlight? I know many respond only or better to lightbulbs. I would love these in the garden...
ReplyDeleteHere are some interesting facts about glow paints: http://www.readysetglo.com/pages/Faq-Glow-Paints.html.
DeleteIt says that glow paint responds best to light sources rich in UV rays such as sunlight, black lamps and halogen lamps. Tungsten lamps take longer to recharge the pigment because their UV output is low. Fluorescent lamps provide faster excitation when Glow-Powder is placed near them.
Sunlight is the best source for charging the products, but practically any light source will do.
I LOVE THESE!!!<3 I'm unspeakably happy to find these!! Those are soo cute! I love glowing stuff so so so much and this is just amazing!<3
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How long do they last
ReplyDeleteThat's a good question! Ours lasted about a year and seemed to fade a little, but our friends' jars (we made them at the same time) are still glowing strong.
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