One thing that my dad taught me when I was growing up is that everything has a purpose. He saved film canisters for years, filling them with small hardware notions and doe scent for deer hunting. Following in his footsteps, I began saving prescription bottles. Antibiotics gave way to buttons, needles, and eyelets. About a year ago, I began saving jars. Most of them sat empty, without a purpose; but I got crafty with a few with these decoupaged jars. It’s a very simple craft that even children can help with.

Decoupaged Jars

Materials Needed

Glass jars, rinsed and labels removed
Mod Podge or school glue thinned with water
Scrapbook paper
paintbrush
Glitter paint (optional)

Directions

This is more of a suggestion than a step. Put your Mod Podge in a little bowl so that it’s easier to use. If you don’t have Mod Podge, some school glue watered down a tiny bit will work in a pinch.

First cut a sheet of scrapbook paper–it’s a great time to use those Valentine’s clearance papers you found! Measuring the jar will help you in sizing. For the height, start right above and below where the jar rounds off. When measuring the circumference, add about an inch to the length.

"Paint" a thin layer of Mod Podge or glue on the jar.

Carefully wrap the paper around the jar, pressing down to smooth any bubbles. When you get to the end, put a bit a glue where you started and cover with the end of the paper. Let dry.

You will want to cover the jar with two more layers of Mod Podge. Let it dry in between layers. Before the last layer, you may want to cover the jar with a layer of clear, glitter paint. Make sure to let that dry before putting on the next layer.

Decoupaged Jars Drying Paper headant.com

I use my jars for a lot of different things. The larger ones hold thread and sewing machine accessories, while the small one holds loose change. I hope you can join me on my next Wednesday Tutorial. I’m hoping to make it a regular feature!

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I LOVE this idea. Please head over to my blog and link it up with my What We Made Wednesday post.
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