Lucky Charms to Go

Using test tubes, corks, and small toadstools, you can create original good-luck charms for New Year’s Eve and New Year’s Day in no time. “ moss ” in the glass adds a natural touch, while handwritten wishes give these mini decorations a personal touch. The test tubes make wonderful table decorations or small gifts for guests at the turn of the year—and are also a lovely idea as a thoughtful “ small present ” for many other occasions.

Step 1: Add moss as a natural substrate
Add some moss to the test tube, so that the bottom is covered. The moss creates a small “mini-landscape” and decorates the jar without making it look cluttered.

Step 2: Prepare the cork and build the hanger
Trim the chain pin slightly with side cutters and insert it into the bottom of the cork that will later hang in the test tube . The chain pin is a small metal pin with an eyelet—you’ll thread the string through this eyelet later. Trim it so that it’s securely anchored in the cork but doesn’t stick out from the side. If you’d like, add a small dot of glue to make sure everything stays in place.

Step 3: Attach the mushroom to the cork
Next, glue the mushroom onto the cork. Press it down briefly and let the glue set well. The mushroom adds a playful touch and transforms the simple test tube into a charming New Year’s Eve table decoration that also works as a small small present .

Step 4: Create a tag from glitter cardstock
Print out the template and cut it out. Then trace it onto the glitter cardstock and cut out the design as well. The glitter cardstock gives your “ test tube-” decoration a festive look that’s perfect for New Year’s Eve. Write on the tag as you like—for example, “Happy New Year,” “New Year, New Luck,” or a short wish. Then use the hole punch to punch a hole for hanging so the tag hangs neatly and straight.

Step 5: Attach the tag to the “ test tube ”
Finally, attach the tag to the “ test tube. ” using the Perlon cord. Thread the cord through the hole in the tag and through the eyelet of the chain pin, then tie a knot so that the tag floats freely in the glass. Test the length before you finally insert the cork: The pendant should be clearly visible but shouldn’t rest on the moss . Then insert the cork and center the pendant.

Place the finished test tubes on the table or by the window as New Year’s Eve decorations, or set them next to each guest’s plate as party favors. Discover matching craft supplies in our online shop to make your New Year’s Eve glass decorations in bulk.