Glitter bottles make great sensory play and today we have a Valentine glitter jar version. This sensory bottle idea is full of sparkles and fun. Toddlers, preschoolers, and even kindergarteners will love these fun sensory bottles and they work great as calm down jars too for kids of any age or even adults.

DIY Glitter Sensory Bottle for Valentines

Let’s make a simple Valentine Sensory Bottle for a fun activity that doubles as a relaxation jar or a DIY Valentines gift for friends and family. This Valentine sensory bottle is easy to make, and even prettier to look at! Plus, it makes a great candy alternative as well.

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What Is A Sensory Bottle?

A sensory bottle is a great item that can help with a child who is overwhelmed by sensory input or upset. It is a tool that helps teach your child to self-regulate and calm down.

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Supplies Needed To Make A Valentine Sensory Bottle

• Elmers Red Glitter Glue
• Distilled Water
• Jar (I used a 16 oz. glass mason jar but a plastic one is recommended for kids who can’t handle glass)
• Heart Glitter
• Red Mason Jar Lids

How To Make A Valentine’s Sensory Bottle

Step 1

Pour half a bottle of red glitter glue into the jar.

Step 2

Add extra glitter, as much as you desire.

Step 3

Then put the lid on and shake to ensure all the glitter gets mixed in.

Step 4

Fill the remainder of the jar with distilled water.

Step 5

Screw on the lid. 

Step 6

Shake and enjoy.

Notes:

For younger kids, make sure you seal the mason jar with hot glue, gorilla glue, etc.

Why Are Sensory Bottles Important?

• Sensory bottles allow children to use their senses to focus on the bottle and what is within, causing them to calm and focus.
• Sensory bottles are also great for entertaining kids while having a calming effect when they watch the fun items flow around inside.
• Sensory bottles of course benefit your child in teaching them to self-regulate and mediate and learn how to self-calm, but they also expose children to the world around them and help them make connections to the world around them.

They’re so beneficial to young children and even older children. Older kids who are in elementary school can also benefit from sensory bottles as well. Kids of all ages can benefit from the contents of the bottle.

Sensory Bottles Can Be Used for:

• Social skills: problem solving and communication
• Science: buoyancy, sinking, absorption
• Sensory: Visual, Auditory, Movement

Sensory Bottles Make A Great Valentine’s Day Gift

Valentine’s day is usually filled with candy and sweets and this is a great alternative, especially for smaller children. If you are making this for little ones you could also use a plastic bottle to prevent breaking.

Customize the gift for your recipient. You could also use different color glues to make this Valentine’s day gift extra special:

• There are so many different colors of glue, you could choose your child’s favorite color!
• Plus, they have other types of glue like glow in the dark glue, that could make this extra special!

What Is The Purpose Of A Sensory Jar?

The purpose of a sensory jar is to create an aural or visual experience for your children. It allows children to explore the world through their senses as well as helping a child regulate stress.

Can A Sensory Jar Reduce Anxiety?

Yes! This Valentines sensory jar isn’t just pretty, but can create a calming moment for your child. By creating a visual experience, your child can sit and breathe as they watch the glitter fall and settle at the bottom of the jar.

How Do I Keep My Valentine Sensory Jar From Leaking?

If you close the jar tight enough your sensory jar shouldn’t leak. However, if you’re still nervous about it you can use a hot glue gun. Using your hot glue gun, put the glue around the lip of the jar and then quickly put the lid on. It will give your Valentine sensory jar extra protection.

Valentine Sensory Bottle

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This Valentine Sensory Bottle for a fun activity that doubles as a calm down jar or a DIY gift for friends and family.

Materials

• Elmers Red Glitter Glue
• Distilled Water
• Jar (I used a 16 oz. glass mason jar but a plastic one is recommended for kids who can’t handle glass)
• Heart Glitter
• Red Mason Jar Lids

Instructions

1. Pour half a bottle of red glitter glue into the jar.
2. Add extra glitter, as much as you desire.
3. Fill the remainder of the jar with distilled water.
4. Screw on the lid.
5. Shake and enjoy.

Notes

For younger kids, make sure you seal the mason jar with hot glue, gorilla glue, etc.

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How did your sensory bottle turn out? Let us know in the comments, let us know, we’d love to hear from you!