Creative Uses for Artificial Snow
SNOW TO GO!® instant snow is the most realistic artificial snow available. Unlike other fake snow powders used in commercial or industrial applications, SNOW TO GO!® looks and feels like fresh, fluffy snow — cool to the touch and visually identical to the real thing. It doesn’t melt, which means your snowy display can last for days without maintenance. While the creative possibilities are endless, here are some popular and inspiring ideas to get your imagination started.
Ways to Use Instant SNOW TO GO!®
Here are just a few exciting ways customers have used SNOW TO GO!®:
Holiday Decor
Photography
Floral Displays
Fundraisers
Wedding Decor
Gift Packaging
Party Favor
Snow Villages & Scenes
Birthdays
Events & Celebrations
Novelty Souvenirs
Make Magic with Snow
Holiday Decorating Ideas
Create a Festive Table Centerpiece
What You’ll Need: SNOW TO GO!®, decorative tray, pillar candles, and themed accessories.
Place candles in the center of a tray and spread SNOW TO GO!® snow around them. Match candle colors to your holiday (e.g., red and green for Christmas, orange and black for Halloween). Add holly, ornaments, mini trees, or flags for extra flair.
Color the Snow for Special Occasions
What You’ll Need: SNOW TO GO!®, water, and food coloring.
Add food coloring to the water before mixing in the snow powder. Make the dye a few shades darker than your desired result, as the white snow will soften the color. Try orange for Halloween, red for Valentine’s Day, or green for St. Patrick’s Day.
Use in Holiday Villages or Tree Displays
What You’ll Need: SNOW TO GO!® and your display items.
Make sure to use enough snow in your holiday village or under a tree so that the evaporation process doesn’t cause the instant SNOW TO GO!® to revert back to powder too quickly. We recommend using at least half an inch of snow in your village and about three inches under a tree. You can spray the snow with water as needed to slow down the evaporation process. However, water can damage wood surfaces, so be sure to place a protective covering over any wood before applying the artificial snow.
Crystal Bowl Display or Yule Log Accent
In a crystal bowl filled with SNOW TO GO!®, add colorful ornaments on top of the snow for an elegant end table display or festive table centerpiece.
Create a Yule log presentation by selecting a birch or pine log of the right size. Decorate with pinecones, flowers, candles, and festive baubles, then add snow on top and around the sides for a wintry touch.
Make Santa’s Footprints
What You’ll Need: SNOW TO GO!®, large boot, or cardboard cutout.
Sprinkle snow around a boot cutout or an old shoe. Then lift it and create another footprint—then another, and as many as you like. Don’t be stingy with the snow! The footprints can lead to and from your tree, your front door, your back door, or even your fireplace. Just remember: the snow can be slippery, especially on smooth surfaces like tile or vinyl, so use caution.
Stocking Stuffers
Include a SNOW TO GO!® Poly Pack in stockings for a fun and interactive holiday surprise.
Floral Decorating and Design Ideas
What You’ll Need: SNOW TO GO!®, a clear vase, and flowers.
Start with a large, round, clear globe-style vase with a wide opening. Fill it about halfway with the SNOW TO GO!® you’ve made, then add a bit of extra water. (The added water helps keep the plant hydrated and extends the life of the snow.) Next, fill the rest of the vase with SNOW TO GO!® that has no added water. Place a potted Poinsettia or other plant directly into the top of the vase. The result will be a stunning floral presentation.
For a standard clear vase floral arrangement, fill the vase halfway with the SNOW TO GO!® you’ve prepared and add extra water to the snow in the vase. (Again, this added water will maintain hydration for the plant and help preserve the snow.) Then, fill the remainder of the vase with the dry snow you’ve made. Insert woody-stemmed flowers, such as roses, into the vase. This style of presentation is visually striking. (We do not recommend using thin-stemmed flowers, as the water-absorbing properties of the polymer snow may negatively affect the arrangement.) It’s always a good idea to test how your materials interact before finalizing your display. Alternatively, you can use artificial flowers for a longer-lasting effect. A snow-filled vase with flowers makes an elegant and festive statement.
Add a creative twist by coloring SNOW TO GO!® for a fun and vibrant vase display. Many of our customers enjoy creating colored snow presentations. Simply add food coloring to the water before mixing in the snow powder. Since the white snow powder will lighten the color, make the water darker than your desired final shade for best results.
Event Ideas: Weddings, Birthdays, Winter Parties, and More
The decorating ideas for holiday, craft, and floral designs described above can be adapted for a wide range of events. Coordinate your theme or color scheme with colored candles or tinted SNOW TO GO!®. Add figurines that reflect the celebration—like skiers or snowboarders for a winter party. You can also include flowers, miniature buildings, flags, or themed characters to bring your event to life. But there’s more:
- Weddings: Instead of rice, toss SNOW TO GO!® for a magical send-off. (Just be sure it’s not tossed onto a slippery surface like tile, vinyl, or cement.)
- Party Favors: “Let It Snow” wedding and party favors featuring SNOW TO GO!® can be given to each guest. These can even be customized with the names of the couple or themed for any event.
- Elegant Touches: Use SNOW TO GO!® to enhance standard accessories, like placing it over ice in a wine or champagne bucket for a frosty, elegant look.
Add Sparkle with Fairy’s Frost
For a dazzling finish, sprinkle Fairy’s Frost Glitter over your SNOW TO GO!® to create the look of ice crystals catching the light.
Fun and Profitable Fundraiser Idea
SNOW TO GO!® Poly Packs make excellent fundraiser items. Demonstrating how to create Instant SNOW TO GO!® is a major crowd-pleaser and draws attention at fundraising events—plus, it sells incredibly well! Let your guests witness the magical “explosion” of snow when water is added, and invite them to feel the soft, fluffy texture for themselves. SNOW TO GO!® feels cool to the touch once it’s made, adding to the fun and sensory experience.
Kids’ Parties and Outdoor Events
A child’s plastic swimming pool filled with SNOW TO GO!® makes a fun and exciting party attraction. Want to take it up a notch? Try using SNOW TO GO!® on a Slip and Slide mat—but be careful, the made-up snow is very slippery!
Use SNOW TO GO!® generously throughout your event or party space. Sprinkle it in safe corners, on windowsills and window boxes, on countertops, or around the yard. Just be sure to place it where it’s safe for both your guests and your belongings. (Remember, the snow is very slippery. Made-up SNOW TO GO!® should not be used directly on fine wood surfaces.) Although SNOW TO GO!® is non-toxic and environmentally friendly, it is not edible and poses a choking hazard for children under four years of age. Always supervise young children during use. For more information, please refer to the safety guidelines provided on this website.
Photography and "Snowtography"
Create snowy photo scenes indoors or outdoors. Dress in costumes, swimsuits, or winter gear, and snap fun shots for greeting cards, social media, or even your own snow-themed movie.
Magic Tricks with Instant Snow
Just like the many creative uses for Instant SNOW TO GO!®, you can turn it into a magical experience to wow your friends or audience. Here’s one fun and easy magic trick you can perform:
What You’ll Need:
- SNOW TO GO!® powder in a saltshaker-style container (make sure it has large enough holes for the powder to pass through easily)
- A clear plastic container (a 4-ounce cup works well) filled with enough water for the snow powder to fully absorb and expand, overflowing the cup when the snow forms.
How to Perform the Trick:
Start by saying:
“You may have heard that clouds can be ‘salted’ to make rain.”
Then, point to the cup of water and say:
“Well, I have some rainwater right here.”
Next, hold up the saltshaker filled with SNOW TO GO!® powder and begin shaking it into the water while saying:
“And when I add my special salt to the rainwater…”
(Feel free to add a few dramatic magic words here!)
With a bit of practice, you’ll know just when to stop shaking the powder in—right before saying:
“I can make snow!”
Your friends or audience will be amazed as your “special salt” instantly turns water into snow—right before their eyes!
We’d Love to Hear From You!
Have a great idea, creative use, or fun experience with SNOW TO GO!®? We’d love to hear about it! Share your stories by emailing us.
With years of experience in instant snow design and the largest retail distribution network in the industry, we’re proud to be the experts in the field. Our passion is helping customers—and future customers—create magic with SNOW TO GO!®. Unfortunately, some knock-off brands try to mimic what we’ve built. They audit our presentations, borrow our ideas, and even name their products using phrases we coined to describe the unique qualities of SNOW TO GO!® But no matter how closely they try to imitate, they simply can’t replicate our snow.
To our valued customers and snow enthusiasts, we say this: “Beware of impostors, imitators, and wannabes.” Always choose the original. Always choose the best. Thank you for being part of the SNOW TO GO!® family!