So, word got out you like jam, and now you have a plethora of mason jars taking over your kitchen cabinet! Or, maybe you love the look of a mason jar, but don't need all 6 that came in the package you bought to use for your cold oats, and now you have no clue what to do with the extra 4??
Mason Jars are incredibly versatile! And Don't think using these in a designer way means they should be used for catching fireflies or as a vase for summer blooms!
Below is a list of ideas for using those left over jars! And you will get tons of compliments on your creativity and resourcefulness too!
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1. Turn a mason jar into a pendant light! a quick google search will turn up an easy step by step how to guide - its easier than you think and there are endless design possibilities!
2. Do you want to have some freshly grown herbs at your disposal? Assemble this easy planter, put your own spin on it by adding some reclaimed wood, then hang it in a sunny location and voila! Basil, Oregano and Chives growing right in front of your eyes to be used for whipping up your favorite dish!
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3. Waterproof picture frames! Slip in a favorite photo and line them up! Cute as can be, super easy and protects the photos! (photo courtesy of design sponge)
4. Glow Jars! Amaze your nieces and nephews during a late summer bbq or make some amazing center pieces for your outdoor wedding- Glowsticks, glitter and a mason jar can bring the stars down to earth, right in front of your eyes! (photo courtesy of buzzfeed)
5. Place settings - put a beautiful napkin (fancy paper is totally acceptable!), a fork, knife and spoon in a jar and set it out on the table for a unique and compact place setting - ready for your bbq loving family members to grab on their way down the buffet! (photo courtesy of indulgy)
6. And last but not least - a personal favorite - Individual Premade Cocktails! What better way to impress your guests at your backyard shindig than by having a ice bucket full of individual cocktails in beautiful mason jars on display?! Whip up a large batch of sangria before the big day, portion it into your mason jars, screw on those lids and tada! A classy cocktail ready to be grabbed by guests - with no need to hire a bartender for your event! (photo courtesy of sixinthesuburbs)
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