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    Where do I purchase glow sticks?
    Community Answer
    You can find them at most craft stores, and maybe even the dollar store. Amazon sells them as well.
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    How long will the glow-in-the-dark effect work for?
    Community Answer
    Only a few hours. When the glow sticks fade out and die, they're done for but for paint, it is at least rechargeable.
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    Where can I purchase the short LED light strings?
    Community Answer
    You can find LED light strings at the dollar store or at a crafts store. You can also wait until Christmastime, when many stores will stock these lights.
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    How bright are the jars?
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    They glow a lot, but you just need to put them in a very dark room for them to be at their best. Charge them daily for best results results.
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    Will heat recharge the glow in the dark paint? Could I put it in the microwave?
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    No, glow in the dark paint lasts maybe 8 hours to a day, depending on what brand it is, and it is highly flammable, so I'd strongly recommend against heat of any kind.
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    Where can I buy glow-in-the-dark paint?
    Community Answer
    You should be able to find glow-in-the-dark paint at craft stores or stores that have a large craft section.
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    What glue can I use to make a fairy stick to glass?
    Community Answer
    Tacky glue or mod podge would probably work well. If you need to, scrape some sandpaper on the glass and then proceed to gluing.
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    How could I make my jar really unique?
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    Use string and stickers. For a really strange jar, you could add pom poms, too!
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