Make sure to remove the label on a recycled jar so you can see everything clearly inside the bottle later. Simply peel it off and wipe away any sticky residue with Goo Gone. [2] X Research source Glass bottles or jars could be used but aren’t recommended, especially if the sensory bottle’s for a child, because they can easily shatter.

Try adding a mix of things with different weights to give your bottle more movement. A small amount of add-ins goes a long way, but know that you won’t be able to add more later after sealing the bottle shut.

As an alternative, fill the bottle completely with water and add a few spoonfuls of clear liquid glue, dish detergent, or corn syrup. Glue and corn syrup will cause an even longer float, while dish detergent will suspend fine glitter. [5] X Research source

If you don’t have E6000 glue, super glue is a great alternative. Once the 8 hours are up, you’re free to shake your bottle any way you’d like!

Use fine glitter to color the bottle’s liquid and for overall shine. Use chunky glitter for a visible disco effect. Use a mix of glitters for a dazzling and enchanted look.

Seashell sequins give a blue and golden glitter sensory bottle a beach-y theme. [7] X Research source Butterfly sequins add a bit of magic to a sensory bottle with multicolored glitter. Star sequins give a galaxy-inspired sensory bottle with black food coloring a bit of sparkle.

Hydrate your orbs before making your sensory bottle or plop them in dry. Just note that they’ll be a bit smaller if they hydrate inside the bottle.

Use glow-in-the-dark pony beads for a fun nighttime surprise. Match the bottle’s glitter color to glitter pony beads to stick to a theme. Toss in a few alphabet pony beads so you can make words while you shake the bottle.

Pom poms are very light and may get stuck in bottles with glue or soap bases.

These dried food items may expand or disintegrate in your sensory bottle over time as they are perishable once hydrated. Make a new sensory bottle if anything starts to change color or stink.

Try mixing food colorings to make your own unique color.

Hold a flashlight up to the bottom of your sensory bottle to make the lava glow. [13] X Research source Consider securing the top of your bottle with a line of E6000 glue, so it doesn’t pop off while you play. [14] X Research source