DIY Gumball Machine

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The original post for this idea was on Facebook. I went to the following URL  http://bit.ly/1vDbFGQ  for the actual instructions and illustrations on the making of the gumball machine. Even though the original is for a valentines day project, this may very easily be adapted to a Christmas project, or just a Birthday project using almost any color scheme. These look really easy to make. I hope parents and children have fun making them.
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I’ve had this idea floating around in my head ever since I purchased these adorable little Christmas ball Coca-Cola bottles at Christmas. I don’t know why, but as soon as I saw these bottles I thought they would make an awesome gumball machine craft. The kids and I made these last weekend, and they were so easy to make. You can whip up these cute little babies in about a minute. These would make an awesome Valentine’s gift for all the special littles in your life – I know my kids loved them!

What You’ll Need

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Coca-Cola special edition Christmas ball bottle
red solo cups
glue
gumballs

How To Make It

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Grab your Coca-Cola bottle and remove the label. Wash and thoroughly dry the bottle.

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Fill your Coca-Cola bottle with gumballs.

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Turn your red solo cup upside down and cover the bottom with glue. Stick your Coca-Cola bottle on top and allow to dry!

Write a sweet little note for your Valentine, and you’re done!

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