Encouraging children to save money in a piggy bank is a great way to teach them the value of money, patience, and discipline. Creating a DIY piggy bank using an empty sea moss gel jar can be a fun and creative activity for kids, while also promoting an eco-friendly approach to upcycling. The sturdy jar with a wide opening is perfect for inserting coins and bills, and decorating it can be a fun way for children to personalize their piggy bank.
Materials Needed:
- Empty Sea Moss Gel jar
- Pink paint
- White paint
- Black paint
- Paintbrushes
- Pink foam sheet
- Scissors
- Glue
- Permanent marker
- Coins
Step 1: Clean the Jar
Clean the sea moss gel jar thoroughly and dry it completely.
Step 2: Paint the Jar
After the jar has been cleaned and dried, paint the entire jar with pink paint. You may need to do a few coats to get a solid color. You can use a spray paint or acrylic paint.
Step 3: Create Pig’s Eyes and Mouth
Once the paint has dried, use white paint to create the pig’s eyes and mouth. Then, use black paint to add pupils to the eyes.
Step 4: Create Pig’s Ears
Cut out two circles from the pink foam sheet to create the pig’s ears. Use a permanent marker to add details like creases and the inner ear.
Step 5: Glue the Ears
Glue the ears onto the top of the sea moss gel jar.
Step 6: Draw Eyebrows and Nostrils
Use black paint to add details like the nostrils and eyebrows on the piggy bank. After painting, let the paint dry completely.
Step 7: Create Slot for Coins
Use the permanent marker to create a slot for coins on the top of the piggy bank.
Step 8: Start Saving Coins
Start saving your coins! The sea moss gel jar is the perfect size for small change, and you can watch your savings grow through the clear jar.
There you have it! A simple and fun way to create your very own piggy bank using an empty sea moss gel jar.