Tuesday, March 15, 2011

Mason jar love

A few weeks ago my parents took my 2 year old daughter for a 3 day weekend.  The weather was nice so my golf course running hubby had to work all weekend so I spend the weekend crafting.

I had an entire stash of old Mason jars {all missing their lids}.  I decided that I wanted to alter them so they could be used as either vases or candle holders.  Plain ol' mason jars are beautiful but I wanted them to really be special, something that people could have out on their table or mantels that would be beautiful even when empty.

I dug out my stash of goodies and played around.  This is what I came up with. Please excuse the mess...this is real life people.  No staging on this one.




I used nearly my entire stash of tea stained lace and used my last remaining white vintage buttons.  {insert sad face here}  I also altered some luggage tags {I use these things ALL the time.  They are from the Office store and you get 100 for around $5}and hung them around the jars with hemp twine.  I used Modge Podge to adhere the lace to the jars and it worked really well.  I'm pretty happy with how they turned out.



Now I'm trying to think of what else I could do with mason jars.  Any ideas?

Also linking to No Minimalist Here's Open House Party
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52 comments:

  1. dreMarch 15, 2011 at 12:53 PM

    I used to use mine to store ribbons in. Now I just use them for vases.

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  2. dreMarch 15, 2011 at 12:54 PM

    P.S. Super cute, what you've done!!! ;-)

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  3. AnonymousMarch 15, 2011 at 1:18 PM

    Jack-o-lantern luminaries?

    Love the jars!

    Rebecca

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  4. HomeroadMarch 15, 2011 at 1:29 PM

    Hi Aaron,
    I love them! They really turned out cute and I especially love the tags and the keys...Did you stamp on the tags? Great job!
    Susan @ homeroad

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  5. Sharon @ Elizabeth & Co.March 15, 2011 at 8:44 PM

    These are really cute! And I love the vintage buttons and tags too. We did a similar idea for my daughter's wedding using lace from my wedding gown.

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  6. Liz @ the Brambleberry CottageMarch 16, 2011 at 8:28 PM

    Ooh, I like all that "mason jar love" you got goin' on. Terrific idea to embellish them and use them to hold candles or flowers.

    Thanks for linking to the party. I would love to have you join me each week.

    Blessings,
    Liz @ the Brambleberry Cottage
    http://thebrambleberrycottage.blogspot.com/

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  7. Sherry @ No Minimalist HereMarch 16, 2011 at 8:33 PM

    Aaron, Love the old lace and tags you added to the mason jars. Very cute! Thanks for sharing this at my new party.
    Hugs,
    Sherry

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  8. Esther AsburyMarch 16, 2011 at 8:36 PM

    I love what you did to ordinary mason jars! So pretty!!!

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  9. VickiMarch 16, 2011 at 9:51 PM

    I love these! I like the idea of using them as vases or for holding supplies. Maybe even in the kitchen to hold sugar and flour. Just so pretty! I have a girlfriend that gives gifts in a jar always...candy jar, button jar, ribbon filled jar...you name it.

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  10. GabbyMarch 16, 2011 at 9:56 PM

    Don't you just love modge-podge? Adorable jars. :)

    Gabby
    The Late, Young Family

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  11. Legacy of LoveMarch 16, 2011 at 11:32 PM

    Love the lace and buttons. Those are some really cute jars. You could use them to hold pens,pencils,etc.

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  12. ErinMarch 17, 2011 at 8:30 AM

    Love those jars!!! Great idea(s)!

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  13. Lisa @ Fern Creek CottageMarch 17, 2011 at 10:38 AM

    Great ideas! They all look beautiful!

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  14. Vintage GalMarch 17, 2011 at 11:33 AM

    These mason jars are absolutely adorable~! I just came over from Welcome Wagon Friday at Cozy Little House. Lovely blog ~ I am now a folower:-

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  15. Jane @ Jane's Junk and TreasuresMarch 17, 2011 at 11:34 AM

    These are all so cute!!!
    I love it!

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  16. Angie @ www.ourjoyfulliving.comMarch 17, 2011 at 11:57 AM

    OH I SO LOVE THESE!!!
    I am going to have to make some up for myself.

    Come visit me
    www.jeffratzlaff.blogspot.com

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  17. Simone @ Doberman's by the SeaMarch 17, 2011 at 12:40 PM

    Really cute. On my Monday post I have a jar filled with sand and a candle.

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  18. ~Lavender Dreamer~March 17, 2011 at 12:53 PM

    They look so pretty! And it's something any of us could make...I think! Great idea! And WELCOME! I'm visitin' from the Cozy Little house! ♥

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  19. Becca's DirtMarch 17, 2011 at 2:01 PM

    I'm visiting from Brenda's Welcome Wagon Friday at Cozy Little House.

    What a neat idea. I love your craftiness.

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  20. CindyMarch 17, 2011 at 2:38 PM

    These are just lovely. I love mason jars too, but had never thought to do this. Might try it...

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  21. blessingsMarch 17, 2011 at 3:42 PM

    How fun. I was just thinking of doing some pieces with old jars.

    Thank you for sharing your French Inspiration with us!

    Blessings... Polly
    French Cupboard &
    Counting Your Blessings

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  22. Blondie's JournalMarch 17, 2011 at 3:44 PM

    You really have some cute ideas using the jars...I like them as vases! You have a great blog, too! I am visiting from Brenda's! Happy St. Paddy's Day, Aaron!

    XO,
    Jane

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  23. Dreaming of VintageMarch 17, 2011 at 4:25 PM

    Great jars! I like to put vintage photos and flowers in mine. I also like to attach vintage jewelry like brooches to the lid. Have fun!
    Kelly

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  24. Boho Farm and HomeMarch 17, 2011 at 4:46 PM

    Those jars look great! Love the buttons!
    xo
    Caroline

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  25. AnonymousMarch 17, 2011 at 5:47 PM

    I loved seeing what you have done with the old jars. We are having a country wedding party out here this Fall and I am going with a rustic elegance theme. The plan is to use the old jars as flower vases. Yours are so pretty and I got some great ideas. :) Happy St. Patricks Day. xo

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  26. Pam - @diy Design FanaticMarch 17, 2011 at 8:19 PM

    Very cute! They could be used for so many things! :)

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  27. AngelaMarch 17, 2011 at 11:38 PM

    They look very pretty, I like putting small candles in them.
    xoxo
    Angela.

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  28. Jane@Cottage at the CrossroadsMarch 18, 2011 at 9:58 AM

    How clever of you to repurpose those Mason Jars. I would use them as vases or candle holders. Did you use stamps to decorate the luggage tags? I really like those too.

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  29. Cheryl ~ ZanyMaydMarch 18, 2011 at 11:22 AM

    Great Creative Collection, I just gave My Cousin some Old Blue jars, she is going to wrap the necks with wire, fill with sand & plop in a candle.... perfect for the Patio ~
    Have a wonderful weekend, hope you get a chance to stop on by
    Cheryl

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  30. JanieMarch 18, 2011 at 12:04 PM

    I saw you on Brenda's Welcome Wagon over at Cozy Little House...
    I Love mason jars! I keep all my dried fruit and nuts in them (among other things) I never thought of dressing them up with lace though..adorable!

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  31. UnknownMarch 18, 2011 at 12:25 PM

    cute design!

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  32. Shabby SoulMarch 18, 2011 at 1:00 PM

    I love these! I may make some to sell in my booth! They are very elegant, yet simple & sweet!

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  33. mybelleepoqueMarch 18, 2011 at 3:34 PM

    These are so cute, kept seeing you on blogs that I frequent and finally stopped by, so glad I did... I am your newest follower!

    Would love if you came by for a visit... mybelleepoqueblog.blogspot.com

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  34. SusanMarch 18, 2011 at 7:36 PM

    I love how you used vintage lace on the mason jars!! and those little tags just made them better!

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  35. UnknownMarch 18, 2011 at 9:36 PM

    So cute. I can't wait to try some of these!
    Thanks for sharing...
    Cheryl at My Sister's Cottage

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  36. Courtney ~ French Country CottageMarch 19, 2011 at 12:10 PM

    Love your mason jars and the keys are just darling too~ Thanks for sharing this at Feathered Nest Friday! :)

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  37. The Charm of HomeMarch 19, 2011 at 11:47 PM

    These are beautiful! You did a great job on these. I love the luggage tags and keys very cute! Thanks for linking up!
    Sherry

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  38. Ann-Marie ~ BramblyMarch 20, 2011 at 1:35 AM

    I adore your mason jars. I would love to have some of those in my pantry. I can't tell you what a treat it was for me to find your blog. I love the design and your style. I'm looking forward to following you for inspiration. Drop by Brambly and pay me a visit, I would love to hear from you. Have a wonderful weekend.

    Ann-Marie

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  39. La-Dee-da crafterMarch 20, 2011 at 11:23 AM

    New follower. I absolutely love these!!!

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  40. Lolly JaneMarch 20, 2011 at 2:04 PM

    these would look darling with dandylions or daisys in them! i would also use them as holders for all my craft clutter ;) love!

    we'd love for you to link this @ our weekend party :)
    lollyjaneboutique.blogspot.com

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  41. UnknownMarch 20, 2011 at 6:37 PM

    They are beautiful! Simple beauty! Use them all over the house/bath for organiztion and clutter. Visiting from Show and Tell Friday!
    Roselle

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  42. AnonymousMarch 20, 2011 at 7:17 PM

    Very cute!! i have seen someone dye the jars for the vintage aqua look. Have to try both ideas.

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  43. Debra@CommonGroundMarch 20, 2011 at 10:45 PM

    LOVE these! The lace and buttons really work on these! Thanks for linking up to VIF!
    hugs,
    Debra

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  44. Stephanie@TheCrowsNestMarch 21, 2011 at 12:44 PM

    Very cute!

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  45. PeggyMarch 21, 2011 at 8:02 PM

    Really cute jars. I love your ideas. Will be checking in to see what you do next. Peggy

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  46. RoomsofmyheartMarch 23, 2011 at 3:59 AM

    Very cute jars...I'm your newest follower...will see you again soon. Please follow me at 1atplay.blogspot.

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  47. UnknownMarch 23, 2011 at 10:30 PM

    SO pretty. I've used lace leggings & knit tights but mine don't look as pretty as yours! Thanks for linking with air your laundry Friday!

    xoxo,
    Jami
    www.freckledlaundry.com

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  48. MimiApril 2, 2011 at 2:38 AM

    What a pretty idea. Thankyou for the inspiration.

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  49. Funky Junk InteriorsApril 9, 2011 at 12:39 AM

    BEAUTIFUL detailing! Jar jewelry. What's not to love? :)

    Donna

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  50. Funky Junk InteriorsApril 9, 2011 at 10:26 AM

    I'm back. I highlighted this post on FJI Facebook, for SNS 76. :)

    http://www.facebook.com/pages/Funky-Junk-Interiors/175378011140#!/photo.php?fbid=10150213639446141&set=a.192514281140.164586.175378011140&theater

    Donna

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  51. CrisApril 9, 2011 at 10:31 AM

    All I can say is: LOVE LOVE LOVE!!http://crissyscrafts.blogspot.com/

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  52. The British HomemakerApril 9, 2011 at 1:29 PM

    hi :) i found you off funky junks facebook link :)

    its ironic i see this today after spending a couple of days thinking what i can use 14 masonary jars for now i've changed how i store my dried foods, sugar etc on the kitchen counter! love the ones you have done!!

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