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How to create a magical atmosphere at home with DIY fake snow? Bring the magic of snowy days into your home without having frozen fingers, a runny nose, or wet socks. This is an easy and affordable craft which will keep the kids busy, especially now during lockdown. It's a great activity for small kids and you do not need any special materials. So why not organize a themed workshop and create a fascinating Christmas village nestled in the snow? How to make fake snow? During winter, every child, big or small, dreams of snow and as for the girls, they want to transform their room into the kingdom of Arendelle. In order for you to realize this little fantasy and create a festive atmosphere at home, you have to make fake snow. There are several ways to do it and they are all super easy. So, don't worry if DIY isn't your cup of tea. All you need is a bowl! Materials: 1 pound (450g) baking soda 10 ounces (280 g)shaving cream White or silver glitter, optional Directions: Yes, you only need these two ingredients! It's surprising, isn't it? So, pour the baking soda into a plastic container. Then add a little shaving cream and knead it in the baking soda. Add more shaving cream and glitter (if using), mix and repeat until the mixture is the consistency of snow. It takes about 10 minutes. Fake snow becomes light and powdery and when mixed it will leave very little residue on your hands. A great plus is its smell and the ingredients which are safe for the little ones. How to make fake snow from corn starch? You can also make fake snow by mixing a 1: 1 ratio of baking soda and cornstarch. Start by mixing the two ingredients in equal amounts into a bowl, then mix them well with your fingers. You need to add just a little water so that you can form a ball. To add an extra touch of magic to this children's craft, add 2 tbsp. of glitter. It's not a must-have ingredient for making fake snow, so if you want to keep your hands and clothes from shining, don't hesitate to leave it out. But we're sure your kids will be even more excited to make a castle that shines just like real snow. Is your little girl a fan of "Frozen" movie? If the answer to this question is yes, we are sure that she already has figures of Elsa, Anna, Olaf, Sven and Kristoff. You just need a little snow to complete this magical atmosphere! Take a few plastic cups and you can create a fake snow castle for the princesses and her friends. DIY Christmas decoration with a snowman If you have time to have fun with the kids, you can use fake snow for various decorations. Above, you see a great idea for a Christmas centerpiece. Make a fake snowman and decorating it with colorful beads. Put it in a glass with some greenery and attach a small blackboard. Write a cute Christmas wish on the cardboard.