Why Mason Jars Are Marvellous
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What’s the funnest thing about DIY? Creating something cool out of perfectly ordinary household objects. And you don’t get much more ordinary than the humble mason jar. This is one little tidbit that’s just bursting with possibility for reinvention. Here are 8 great projects for crafting something extraordinary out of something you might otherwise have thrown away.
1. Sewing kit
What? This is a nifty way to store cottons, measuring tape, buttons, safety pins and anything else you find floating around - even lollies! Complete with a cute little pin cushion on top of the lid, these jars are easily transported and make craft and sewing just that extra bit of fun.
How? Just follow this tutorial on Wait Til Your Father Gets Home.
2. Chalkboard pencil holder
What? Ever thought how handy it would be if you could not only label your stationary storage, but label it again and again as your the contents changes? Well, with a little bit of chalkboard paint you can create that perfect little pen stand, ideal for in the kitchen, living room or study.
How? It’s all right here on Michaela Noelle Designs.
3. Light bulb
What? These beautiful bulbs have all the rustic charm of a vintage jar and the modern twang of some funky electric fairylights. Perfect for outdoor entertaining or adding a creative touch to a bedroom, they’re not nearly as challenging to put together as you might think.
How? Woonblog has a pretty good summary - just remember to translate it out of Dutch!
4. String and yarn dispenser
What? A solution is finally here to that eternal struggle of finding the end of a ball of string. These sweet little string holders make household chores a treat.
How? Check out Celebrate Creativity for some hints on creating Mason Jar yarn dispensers with a few decorations thrown in.5. Table centrepieces
What? If you’re after an eye-catching way to deck out tables for a special event, or even just a way to add a bit of homely warmth to your kitchen, then this is the Mason Jar project for you. Whether you use sand, pebbles, marbles, or something else entirely, it’s hard to find a material that doesn’t look smashing as the bed for a tiny tealight candle.
How? Check out Brit + Co’s creative take on this project - complete with beans, grains and popcorn kernels!
6. Milkshake glasses
What? With little stripey straws which hark back to the Milk Bars of the 1950s and 60s, these unique glasses are not to be mixed. They’re charming, practical, easy to put together and bound to impress any warm-weather visitors.
How? Head to Alyssa and Carla to find out how to make your very own set.
7. Pot plants
What? This is a great option to create a herb garden with personality! Having potted plants around the house connects the domestic sphere to the natural world in a really neat way - you can never have too much feel-good greenies around the home and garden.
How? Learn how to make your own Mason Jar wall hanger on Not Just A Housewife and remember to keep drainage in mind when you’re deciding on which plants to pot.
8. House lamp
What? The staple of the repurposed Mason Jar world - the glasses lend themselves so well to forming the base or foundational structure of things like lamps, bookshelves, vases and much more. They’re versatile little creations and can look at home all around the house with the right placement and decoration.
How? Crafts unleashed has a tutorial which promises you’ll be done within five minutes. You can substitute other materials for the coffee beans - try colourful marbles or dried flowers for a start.
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