Fun Glow in the Dark DIY Projects for the Crafters

Both adults and kids enjoy making products and items that glow in the dark. They possess a ‘wow factor’ that intrigues and engages every individual who makes and uses such products. Whether you are an adult who is looking for a fun DIY project idea or a parent who wants to engage their kids and spend some time doing fun DIY activities, consider a few glow-in-the-dark projects. The ink, a photoluminescent product, is made of a technology that absorbs UV light and stores photons, thereby giving you a glowing look. Since it is one-of-a-kind, glow-in-the-dark projects are extremely appealing. 

Here are some fun glow projects for DIY enthusiasts that are suitable for both kids and adults. 

While dream catchers are a bit difficult to make and master, the challenge of adding a glowing look makes it even more exciting. Dream catchers are usually made of threads and fabric. To make it easier, use paper plates or wooden disks that are simple to work on. Paint the dream catchers with glow-in-the-dark paint and hang them near your window sill or above your bed.

You will need a jar, glitter-infused with glowing paint, and paintbrushes for this project. Adding glitter infused with glow paint in the jar also looks alluring. You can also paint the outer surface of the glass mason jar with glowing ink. Place it on your side table as an accessory or gift it to someone who adores crafted products. You can also use it as a lantern. 

The glow-in-the-dark face paint that you get online or in stores is usually safe to use and does not damage your skin. It also comes off easily when cleaned properly. Instead of using face paint, you can also use safe neon highlighters to create intriguing designs on your face. It is a fun way to keep your guests entertained at parties. The next time you host a pool party at night, get your guests glowing face paint to double the fun. 

Neon jackets and shirts look trendy and never go out of style. You can either paint on them using glow-in-the-dark ink or get them printed with similar printing ink. Note that lighter fabric will need a darker or black underbase to keep the ink from spreading. Find the best glow-in-the-dark paint online or in your local store to achieve the best result. Add some glitter to enhance the visual appeal, and add some pizzazz to your outfit. You can also hold a fashion design competition as a party event with real prizes. Ask your guests to go crazy and produce the craziest results possible. You can also make neon-painted shoes to pair them with your glow-in-the-dark jackets or t-shirts. 

Whether it’s an adult or a kid, everyone enjoys making and playing with slime. Ditch the usual DIY slime and prepare your own glowing slime by substituting the normal glue used to make slime with glowing glue. You can also add glow paint to normal glue to make your own glow-in-the-dark slime. Since making slime can get extremely messy, try to stick to glowing glue. The method of making glowing slime is similar to the normal version; you may just have to bring the slime in light to enhance the glowing glue’s effect. In other words, you should let it ‘recharge.’ Place it under indoor lights or sunlight to ripen its glow when used in the dark. Among the three colors that are commonly available for glowing slime, which are green, blue, and pink, pick green as it tends to appeal to most kids. 

Bath bombs are more fun when made as a DIY project. Double the appeal by making your own glowing bath bombs that will make your baths more fun. If you always look forward to the weekend to have a long and relaxing bath for hours, this project is an ideal option. Once you drop the glowing bath bombs in the tub, your water will emit a glowing effect and shine in the dark. You can also prepare these glowing bath bombs as a homemade gift. To make these unique glowing bath bombs, you will need citric acid, coconut oil, corn starch, Epsom salts, baking soda, glow-in-the-dark mica, and cosmetic glitter. Combine these ingredients and make balls to turn them into bath bombs. 

The next time you are looking for a DIY project idea, consider any of these glow-in-the-dark options to make it more fun and interesting. In general, children enjoy making and playing with glowing objects, which is why it is an ideal craft idea for kids’ summer camps or birthday parties. Even though they are easy to make and safe to use, make sure that your kids work on such projects under adult supervision. Adults who enjoy DIY projects can also try more complex projects using the same equipment.