The Ultimate Handmade Gumball Machine

Still looking for the perfect Valentine's craft?  You just found it! This wonderful project was introduced to me by my sister-in-law, Tara. (Thanks, Tara!) Not only was it fun to make, but it was easy, too!  

 Different colors and designs could be used for any celebration.  But of course for Valentine' Day I chose red and pink.  

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Though gum can be used to fill the bowls, I think any type of candy will work!  I like how the peanut

 M & M's resemble little gumballs.  Too cute!

 

To learn how to make this adorable gumball machine please visit my tutorial,

 The Ultimate Handmade Gumball Machine.

 

Enjoy!

 

xoxo,

 

Pamela

Comments

[Summer]

Cutie! Oh man...the sweets! I think I've gained weight looking at them (or maybe it's because I currently have cookies in the house?)!

[Dionne C]

This is the cutest idea ever! I am planning a Baby Shower in a few months, and this would be such a cute favor idea. Thanks for this, I love it!

[Pamela Susan]

I'm so happy you like it! It was a lot of fun to make. :)

[Cheryl]

I love your crafts! They are always so beautiful and yet easy to create!

[Pamela Susan]

thank you!! (sorry it took me almost a whole year to say so!)

[Susan]

you're so crafty! i love the idea of making the gumball machine that is sooo cute out of plant pot and bowl, I definitely will try and make this for valentine's day, thank you sooo much for the tutorial and for sharing it!!! x

[Marianne]

Pamela, what a great idea!! This is too cute - and yummy!
Thank you for the tutorial.

I found your site through Tea Diary.

Have a happy day,
Marianne

[Pamela Susan]

Thanks Susan!! I hope you enjoy making one!

[Pamela Susan]

You are SO welcome! Enjoy! :)

[Chrissy @ The Outlaw Mom Blog]

Absolutely love this idea! Thanks for the tutorial :-)

[Rebecca Ednie]

Adorable! But I think a glass fish bowl and a but smaller flower pot saucer would look more realistic. Very clever concept!

[Jennifer - Inspiring Giggles]

Absolutely adorable!!!! Love, love, love and sharing everywhere! : )

[Tami]

Just stopping by to let you know that I've featured your craft on Family Fun Crafts! You can see it here:
http://funfamilycrafts.com/valentines-day-gumball-machine/

If you have other kid friendly crafts, I'd love it if you would submit them. :) If you would like to display a
featured button on your site, you can grab one from the right side bar of your post above.

[Stephanie]

I just made these for my daycare kids for our big valentines party tomorrow. They turned out great!! Thanks for such a cute and fun project. Love them!!

[Jessica @ A Humble Creation]

Genius! I'm going to see if I can make them small enough to do 12 for the kids in my son's kindergarten class. Thanks for the idea...pinned!

[Susie @Bowdabra]

So stinkin' cute! This post is several years old and still giving you love! We are featuring you as our Pin of the Day and following you on Pinterest!

Have a super day! https://www.facebook.com/Bowdabra/posts/464227483638964

Susie @Bowdabra

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i been wanting to something like this. what do i use to paint those and what is it that u use as the lid.
souper cute!!!
thank you

[Pamela Susan]

Sorry this is so late! Just craft paint. And I bought a little wooden ball at michael's, painted it, and glued it to the top. :)

[deone]

Where do I find the small glass bowls....I have looked everywhere

[Pamela Susan]

Hello Deone,

I found mine at Michael's. Perhaps Joanne's would have them as well? Good luck!

[Connie]

I hope you don't mind...I used your photo and a link to your site on my site... https://cehalles.wordpress.com/2014/02/27/next-project-gumball-machine/

[Pamela Susan]

That's totally fine! I hope you enjoy making one! :)