Glitter Timer

So...I was going to wait until tomorrow...or another day to write this post. Buuuuut, I figured I would at least show you guys one of my favorite things I've made.  I kind of love Pinterest.  So..here it is! 
Glitter Timers!

You can use this for your children/patients in order to focus on an activity for a few minutes (depending on how much glue you put inside your bottle).  You can use it for a "time out/relax time".  You can use it as a timer when your kids take a bath, brush their teeth, clean their room..etc.
I found this months ago on Pinterest (I love Pinterest..but I'm pretty sure I've only created about 2% of what I've actually ever pinned).  I have three kids and a job..don't judge me. LOL  Anyway, I love this timer because young children don't understand the concept of time or clocks. So...this is a great visual for them!  I use it at home with my own children, and with my patients that struggle with transitioning between activities and ending each session. 
Here's what you'll need!
1. A large empty water bottle (the large flavored water bottles or Smart Water bottles work great). I made a couple timers inside mason jars, but quickly realized that glass jars and speech kiddos that enjoy throwing things don't mix.  Also, just peel off the label. :)
2. glitter glue
3. clear tacky glue
4. glitter
5. hot water

Steps to create this craft:

1. pour hot water in water bottle about 3/4 full.

2. Squeeze the entire bottle of glitter glue in.

3. Pour in the amount of glitter you would like to see fall.

4. Begin squeezing in a little bit of tacky glue at a time in order to test the timer (more tacky glue=the longer your timer will be). Add more tacky glue in order to get your desired "minutes". :) But hurry, because the hot water helps melt the glue.  If you let the hot water cool off, the glue will clump.

Happy Crafting!