How do fillable ornaments open?

Each ball splits into two halves. Fill one half, then snap the two halves shut.

Which size should I buy?

Use 3.15 inch (80 mm) for photos and snow scenes. Use 2.36 inch (60 mm) for candy and for small hands.

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A clear ball that opens in two halves is an empty ornament. What goes inside is up to you. Here are eight ideas.

Updated November 2026 · By the FestivEra team

Roll a small photo and let it open inside the ball. Add glitter or a little tinsel around it. The 3.15 inch (80 mm) size has the most room.

80 mm DIY balls that open in two halves

Fill the balls with wrapped candy or a small gift, then hang them on the tree as a countdown or give them as party favors.

60 mm DIY balls that open in two halves

Put fake snow and a tiny figure in the larger ball to make a snow globe scene.

80 mm DIY balls that open in two halves

The balls are shatterproof plastic, so children can fill them safely. The craft set adds 16 soft gingerbread men to hang with them.

16 gingerbread men and 12 clear fillable balls

Soft PVC, gold strings attached

The same balls work as favors outside Christmas. Fill them with candy or flower petals in the colors of the event.