Design Super Cool Perfume Bottles!

What can we use if we don't have acrylic paint, a funnel, or vanilla extract?

If you don't have acrylic paint you can use permanent markers or nail polish for color, a rolled paper cone or clean plastic bottle top works as a funnel, and a few drops of food-grade essential oil can replace the vanilla extract when making the scented mix.

Why won't my labels come off or why is the paint peeling, and how do I fix it?

If labels won't come off after soaking in warm soapy water, scrub them with baking soda and the sponge or use rubbing alcohol to remove residue, and if paint peels or runs, lightly sand the glass, apply thinner base coats, and wait until the base coat is completely dry before removing the masking tape.

How can I adapt this activity for younger or older kids?

For younger children, use plastic bottles, pre-cut masking tape and stickers instead of paint, and supervise the warm water and funnel steps, while older kids can layer acrylic base coats, experiment with scent ratios using vanilla or essential oils, and add glue-on decorations or small LEDs.

How can we make the perfume bottles more special or take the project further?

To enhance the finished bottle, add glitter or decoupage over the painted base, glue tiny charms under the ribbon, write a decorative label to stick on the bottle, or create a matching gift box before sharing the photo and description on DIY.org.