There’s nothing more festive than the sight of snow, evoking cherished memories of winter wonderlands and the excitement of the first snowfall. You can capture that magical winter vibe in your Christmas parade floats with makeshift snow! Here are three easy ways to create the illusion of snow using your parade float supplies.
1. Floral Sheeting
Floral sheeting is an excellent choice for adding snowy effects to your holiday parade floats. Our Iridescent Snow Floral Sheeting features shimmering flakes that sparkle beautifully under lights, making your float truly eye-catching.
To get started, measure your trailer bed to determine how many rolls you’ll need—be sure to order extra for additional areas. Once you have your materials, carefully lay out the floral sheeting. Start from one side, rolling it out gently and securing it with adhesive. Continue this process until your trailer bed is fully covered. For odd spaces, simply cut pieces of the sheeting to fit.
But the magic doesn’t stop at the trailer bed! You can cut the floral sheeting into shapes to create artificial snow effects on chimneys, gingerbread houses, Christmas trees, and more, adding a delightful touch to your float.
2. Cotton Balls
Sometimes the simplest ideas create the most enchanting effects. Cotton balls can transform into delightful snowballs for your parade float.
Gather materials like cotton balls, glue, white thread, and a needle. Start by stringing the cotton balls onto the thread, securing each one with glue. You can make the strands uniform or vary their sizes for a more natural look.
Once you have several strands, hang them up in creative ways:
- Drape strands against your backdrop for a snowfall effect.
- Decorate the edges of your trailer with these lovely cotton strands.
- Use them to trim Christmas trees or gingerbread house rooftops.
For an added touch, sprinkle white glitter on the cotton balls for some extra sparkle, and use lights to enhance the glowing effects of your snow strands.
3. Crushed or Crumpled Paper
Another fantastic way to create parade float snow is by using crushed or crumpled paper, ideal for constructing snowy meadows on your float.
Start with white tissue paper, crushing it as much as possible. Unfurl the sheets while keeping some bumps and ridges visible to mimic real snow. Layer the crumpled paper where needed, securing it with adhesive.
For larger snow blocks, gather several crumpled sheets, tie them together, and cover with unfurled sheets for a neat look. A light dusting of glitter on top can add a dazzling finish.
These fun and frosty methods will help you create a snowy spectacle that spreads Christmas cheer to all parade participants and spectators, especially in warmer areas where snowfall is rare. Explore our fun selection of winter parade float supplies for even more ways to create a magical winter wonderland parade float!