A detailed tutorial on how to make painted shamrock mason jars for St. Patrick’s Day The elusive four-leaf-clover … Oh the hours upon hours spent literally weeding through the weeds looking for that one that would bestow upon the finder riches and luck. This was all back in the day before cable and […]
Shamrock Mason Jar for St. Patrick’s Day
Shamrock Mason Jar for St. Patrick’s Day. It’s been a week filled with St. Patrick’s Day crafts around here … well, St. Patrick’s Day crafts with mason jars to be more precise. And you all know I love a painted mason jar, right? Or maybe you don’t. But I can tell you that […]
Irish Flag Mason Jars
Tutorial on how to make Irish flag mason jars for St. Patrick’s Day. I’m Irish. Okay, half Irish. On my mother’s side. But I’m still Irish proud … freckles and all! In my days of yore (which means the days before marriage and kids) I greatly enjoyed partaking in the Irish St. Patrick’s day […]
Valentine Day Mason Jar Craft
Happy Valentine’s Day! A day filled with flowers and chocolates and love. But can I add one more? Perhaps a day filled with a Valentine’s Day craft? This fun painted thumbprint heart project is a perfect Valentine’s Day mason jar craft idea to share with your loved ones. Well, the little loves […]
Heart Jar Craft
Heart Jar Craft I realize hearts and Valentine’s Day go hand-in-hand. And now is the time of year when crafty folks (like myself) are seeking out Valentine craft ideas. Typically with hearts. And reds and pinks. And, in my case, with mason jars. But why must hearts be confined to a single day? Can’t we […]
Ball Mason Jar Painted Refrigerator
This painted refrigerator has left me speechless. And when my blogging friend sent me the link, I knew I had to share it here with all of you! I mean, have you ever seen anything like this? A refrigerator painted to look like a Ball mason jar! It’s truly a clever idea. And […]
Football Party Mason Jars
Football Party Mason Jars – Football Party Ideas with Mason Jars. Can we talk Super Bowl? Or, more accurately, Super Bowl parties … I’ll admit I’m not much for game watching. However, I do enjoy the ad watching. And the half time show antics and mishaps (can you say left shark?). And then there’s […]
Stenciled Mason Jar Glass
I’m not an inspirational quote kind of gal. I’m not sure why. Perhaps it’s my inner cynic? Perhaps because they come with too much pressure? All I know is this inspirational stenciled mason jar glass really spoke to me … and squashed my inner cynic. I think I like most about it is that […]
Mason Jar Bathroom Storage & Accessories
I’ve seen these painted and distressed mason jar bathroom storage and accessories sets on Etsy for the past year or so and have to admit I’ve been intrigued … My first concern has been durability. Especially if you’re using craft paint. It’s water soluble. And even with a top clear coat, I worried that they […]
Bathroom Storage: Mason Jar Tissue Holder
My bathroom needs some help. It’s not organized. At all. In fact, some might call it a mess … and it’s definitely not stylishly organized with a mason jar tissue holder. How cute is this bathroom storage idea? And how much do I wish I had come up with this cute […]
Custom Kitchen Jars
Just when I thought clear glass storage jars in the kitchen couldn’t be any more functional — or cute — I stumbled across these DIY paint dipped jars at This Little Street … flour and oats never looked so good! 😉 This is a fun idea if you want to add a little color and […]
Desk Organizer Idea: Composition Book Mason Jar
Now, I realize this desk organizer idea for pens and pencils using a mason jar painted to look like a school composition is probably more appropriate for back to school season … or teacher gift time. But I couldn’t help it. I couldn’t wait. I had to share these ASAP. I mean, teachers […]
Mason Jar Luminaries
You know I’m a fan of the painted and distressed mason jar, so it should come as no surprise that I was captivated by these mason jar luminaries. So pretty. So simple. Paint, sandpaper, baker’s twine, and some greens from your tree and you’re done. The good news: there’s still time to make some […]
Mason Jar Jack O’Lanterns
I will admit: this mason jar Jack O’Lantern Halloween craft is a commitment. There are multiple steps and a bit of precision vinyl sticker placement … oh, and a vinyl cutter … but the result? Pure magic! I just love how the inside-out paint treatment of the mason jars really give this Jack O’Lantern depth. Especially […]
Fall Mason Jars
Have you embraced fall yet? I know we’re just a few days in and the temperatures (in Chicago at least) are not yet fall-ish, but I’m feeling the vibe. As are the crafters on the internet. Take for example this fall mantel featuring … you guessed it … Fall mason jars. […]
Maple Leaf Mason Jar
A few weeks ago I shared the photo above of painted maple leaf mason jar luminaries on my Mason Jar Crafts Love Facebook fan page (here). It popped up in my personal newsfeed and I thought my fellow mason jar fans would love it. And boy did they love it. It turns out […]
Halloween Mason Jars
Please accept my sincerest of sincere apologies. Because I am not going to share a tutorial on how I made these adorable Frankenstein, pumpkin, and mummy mason jars. This post is a blatant plug for my Mason Jar Crafts for Kids book available on Amazon.com and BN.com and Indiebound.org and Books a Million. Just click here […]
Marimekko Mason Jar
I fell in love with Marimekko fabric the minute I set eyes on it. So fun. So vibrant. So expensive! Yes, I was not in love with the price per yard. So very, very out of my league. So what’s a Marimekko print lover to do? Make her own. With paint. […]
Kid Craft for Summer
Where has the summer gone? Can you believe that there’s only about a month left to do all the things you and the ids want to do this summer vacation? And, speaking of which, what exactly do the kids want to do this summer? This really fun family mason jar project from hello, wonderful blog […]
Tropical Sunset Mason Jar
When I was a young girl, I used to doodle. A lot. I was a day dreamer. And many of those dreams involved sun and sand and water and palm trees. And over and over and over again I would create a tropical sunset vignette. With a little island. And a palm tree. With […]
Red, White, Blue Mason Jars
Happy 4th of July! And what better way to celebrate than with a collection of fabulous red, white & blue mason jar craft and recipe ideas! Enjoy! Stars & Stripes Lanterns from Addicted 2 DIY Patriotic Rice Candles from She Wears Many Hats Red White Blue Fireworks Mason Jars from Big Bear’s Wife […]
Baseball Uniform Mason Jar
I’m a Chicago Cubs fan. I know, I know. They have a sad track record. But I’m ever hopeful. We live less than a mile from Wrigley Field. And during baseball season, our neighborhood is bustling with Cubs blue-and-red-clad fans. All hopeful that this year will be our year. And all excited to spend […]
Kid’s Craft for Father’s Day
Since Father’s Day is all about dads I thought this kid-crafted mason jar project could be the perfect gift idea. I mean, how perfect would this homemade Father’s Day gift idea be to sit on dad’s desk at work, holding pens and pencils? Or perhaps as a jar to collect his loose change at […]
Texas Flag Mason Jar
I’d like to say this Texas flag mason jar set was my idea. But I can’t. I have to come clean with you all. It was the brainchild of one of my Etsy customers. And since I loved how it turned out, I’ve listed it at the Etsy shop. And I also thought […]
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