I believe that is Nubble Light in Maine. We have been there. I’ve taken photographs of it and eventually did a painting of it. What a thrill to see you restore this globe.
We just looked it up and we think you are correct. There is a definite resemblance. It never occurred to us that the snow globe may be modeled after a real place. Thanks for sharing that.
Hi. You are correct, there is grass present when the first snow falls. Living in Florida all of our lives we don't have a lot of experience with snow! We use Elmer's Clear Glue.
Hello. We are currently not in a position to take on any outside repair work for several reasons. We hope to change that within the following year. Please check back with us. We can provide links to some snow globe repair companies if you need something repaired sooner. However, the goal of our channel is to show you how you can do it yourself. Take a look at the videos in our Snow Globe Repair playlist and you will have step by step instruction on how to complete the repair. You can do it!
Yes, you heat the bottom of the base with a hair dryer to melt the hot glue that is holding the cover on. We have many examples on the channel. Also, something that we found out the hard way, regardless of what kind of base it is, you can put it in a plastic back then when you put it in the boiling water the heat will get to the base and melt the glue but the water will be blocked. That is how we do it these days if we have to use boiling water.
Hi. We are happy that you are enjoying the videos. A 6 inch globe holds 60 ounces of water. We normally use 30% glue so we would add 18 ounces of clear glue. However, as we have mentioned in many of our videos, the glue is optional. You could use plain water, 20% or even 10%. It is your preference as to how slow the glitter falls. We would not use more than 30% because the water will not be as clear with more than that. If you haven't already seen it you may be interested in checking out Episode 32 where we do a side by side comparison of the different snow globe liquid options. Hope that helps.
I have a similar wood base globe and was wondering if wrapping it in saranwrap prior to immersing in hot water might prevent any damage to the wood base?
Yes Saran wrap will work, we have used that before, however, you need to make sure that all of the edges of the plastic wrap are above the water line or the water will get past. We didn't do it with this globe but for the past year or so we have been placing our snow globes in ziplock bags to protect the base from the boiling water. This is the method that has worked best for us.
Hi. Snow globe snow is chips of plastic. We get all of our replacement snow globe snow by disassembling other used now globes and recycling them for parts. However, there are links in the video description to three companies that sell snow globe parts including snow. Check out Episode 19 to see a review on the snow we bought from National Artcraft.
We use Clear Elmer's Glue at a rate of 30%. You may be interested in checking out Episode 32 where we do a side by side comparison of the different options for your snow globe liquid. You may also be interested in Episode 3 where we present the tools and materials that we use. Good luck!
@@adampiper3656 We use hot glue. That is what most people use to reassemble their globe. You will come across small inexpensive snow globes that use super glue, however, hot glue is the standard. Also, it will allow you to easily take it apart again if needed.
My water globe has a wooden base that will need to be submerged in hot water. But there is one problem, it has a music box but no black platform to take off. Just a small circle of wood with thr music spinner is. I wish i can take a picture to show you. So you can help me
@@autumnjudd9153 Interesting. There is a button in the About section labeled "View Email Address". We've had numerous people people use it to email us, not sure why it is not showing up for you. Try tespi74@gmail.com.
Yes. We have been using Zap-A-Gap for a while now. It was recommended when we purchased some snow globe snow online. In the past we used Gorilla Glue and Super Glue and they work fine as well.
I used hot water technique with Saran Wrap covering wooden base and no damage to base…thank you for tip❤️
Happy to help.
I like your cups
Thanks you. Some of our favorites!
I believe that is Nubble Light in Maine. We have been there. I’ve taken photographs of it and eventually did a painting of it. What a thrill to see you restore this globe.
We just looked it up and we think you are correct. There is a definite resemblance. It never occurred to us that the snow globe may be modeled after a real place. Thanks for sharing that.
Wow!
Thanks!
What kind of glue did you use to put in the globe? Great demo thank you.😊
The first snow of the winter is on grass.
Hi. You are correct, there is grass present when the first snow falls. Living in Florida all of our lives we don't have a lot of experience with snow! We use Elmer's Clear Glue.
My snow globe is 26 years old Can you restore it. A family Heirloom?
Hello. We are currently not in a position to take on any outside repair work for several reasons. We hope to change that within the following year. Please check back with us. We can provide links to some snow globe repair companies if you need something repaired sooner. However, the goal of our channel is to show you how you can do it yourself. Take a look at the videos in our Snow Globe Repair playlist and you will have step by step instruction on how to complete the repair. You can do it!
What do you do if the bottom is a music box? Can't really soak it in water. Ideas?
Yes, you heat the bottom of the base with a hair dryer to melt the hot glue that is holding the cover on. We have many examples on the channel. Also, something that we found out the hard way, regardless of what kind of base it is, you can put it in a plastic back then when you put it in the boiling water the heat will get to the base and melt the glue but the water will be blocked. That is how we do it these days if we have to use boiling water.
How much glue for a 6" globe? Thanks! Love these videos!
Hi. We are happy that you are enjoying the videos. A 6 inch globe holds 60 ounces of water. We normally use 30% glue so we would add 18 ounces of clear glue. However, as we have mentioned in many of our videos, the glue is optional. You could use plain water, 20% or even 10%. It is your preference as to how slow the glitter falls. We would not use more than 30% because the water will not be as clear with more than that. If you haven't already seen it you may be interested in checking out Episode 32 where we do a side by side comparison of the different snow globe liquid options. Hope that helps.
I have a similar wood base globe and was wondering if wrapping it in saranwrap prior to immersing in hot water might prevent any damage to the wood base?
Yes Saran wrap will work, we have used that before, however, you need to make sure that all of the edges of the plastic wrap are above the water line or the water will get past. We didn't do it with this globe but for the past year or so we have been placing our snow globes in ziplock bags to protect the base from the boiling water. This is the method that has worked best for us.
Do you use? hot, worm, or cold water
To disassemble the globe we use hot boiling water.
Please tell me what is this snow made of? I like big snow. Where can I buy it?
Hi. Snow globe snow is chips of plastic. We get all of our replacement snow globe snow by disassembling other used now globes and recycling them for parts. However, there are links in the video description to three companies that sell snow globe parts including snow. Check out Episode 19 to see a review on the snow we bought from National Artcraft.
What type of glue do I put in the water?
We use Clear Elmer's Glue at a rate of 30%. You may be interested in checking out Episode 32 where we do a side by side comparison of the different options for your snow globe liquid. You may also be interested in Episode 3 where we present the tools and materials that we use. Good luck!
@@snowgloberescue8887 thank you, what should I use to stick glass to base?
@@adampiper3656 We use hot glue. That is what most people use to reassemble their globe. You will come across small inexpensive snow globes that use super glue, however, hot glue is the standard. Also, it will allow you to easily take it apart again if needed.
My water globe has a wooden base that will need to be submerged in hot water. But there is one problem, it has a music box but no black platform to take off. Just a small circle of wood with thr music spinner is. I wish i can take a picture to show you. So you can help me
There is an email link in the About section of the channel home page. You can send us a picture and we will see if we can provide any advice.
@@snowgloberescue8887 i apolgize but i dont see the email link on your about section
@@autumnjudd9153 Interesting. There is a button in the About section labeled "View Email Address". We've had numerous people people use it to email us, not sure why it is not showing up for you. Try tespi74@gmail.com.
Also, Did you say Zap A Gap to hold stopper to base of lighthouse?
Yes. We have been using Zap-A-Gap for a while now. It was recommended when we purchased some snow globe snow online. In the past we used Gorilla Glue and Super Glue and they work fine as well.
Gorilla Glue and SuperGlue did not work after drying 24 hrs. Base popped off when trying to insert very rubber base and yes I wet it first.
@@mikafassie That is interesting. Maybe Zap-A-Gap is what is needed in your situation.
Did u day 10tbs glue to 1 cup of water?
Not in 1 cup. It was 10 Tbs of glue in a 4 inch globe. Which I believe holds 3 or 4 cups of water.