"Stuff," "Things," "Junque" - Jars
I made this project using products I had on hand, though if you had to gather the products from scratch it would not have cost more than approximately $1-$2 to create this project at most.
The jars that I created these decorative, functional storage containers from, came from formula jars that I got free from the hospital when my daughter was born. You can use any size jar that you have on hand- peanut butter, jelly, salsa, or pasta sauce jars! Use your imagination. If you would like to use the jars I have pictured here, visit your local mother/child unit at your local hospital and ask them if they can save out the used empty jars for you since they normally just throw them away or recycle them.
To decorate, I didnt even have to remove the label. I simply covered up the label with a patterned paper that suited my decorating style (you can use various types of multi-purpose adhesives such as elmers for something inexpensive... just whatever you have on hand!). There are a great deal of variations in paper patterns out there if you're looking for something specific. One of my favorite scrapbook supply stores http://www.rememberthemoments.com/ carries an amazing selection at very reasonable prices, or you can find a local supply at most craft stores for around 50 cents a sheet (one sheet is more than enough for this project).
To make this project without having to buy any paper, consider using paper grocery bags instead of patterned paper for the shabby chic look that is so "in" right now.
The tags with the titles on them were made by cutting shapes out of chipboard. You can buy chipboard but you can also find it by cutting up a cereal box or a baking mix box. These tags were tied onto the jars using basic satin ribbon that you can find at most craft stores by the yard for just a few cents a yard. One yard will be plenty for this project. You can also use string, yarn, embroidery thread or even fabric strips! Whatever you have on hand will be fine and will offer a variation to make it personal for YOU.
You can use these storage jars a multitude of ways from office supplies to sewing notions to spices in the kitchen to scrapbook embellishments. You can also use them to hold bath beads or salts, or even baking mixes to give as gifts or keep your kitchen looking more tailored and modern. The possibilities are endless!
Enjoy making and using this "Little Thing!!" :)
The jars that I created these decorative, functional storage containers from, came from formula jars that I got free from the hospital when my daughter was born. You can use any size jar that you have on hand- peanut butter, jelly, salsa, or pasta sauce jars! Use your imagination. If you would like to use the jars I have pictured here, visit your local mother/child unit at your local hospital and ask them if they can save out the used empty jars for you since they normally just throw them away or recycle them.
To decorate, I didnt even have to remove the label. I simply covered up the label with a patterned paper that suited my decorating style (you can use various types of multi-purpose adhesives such as elmers for something inexpensive... just whatever you have on hand!). There are a great deal of variations in paper patterns out there if you're looking for something specific. One of my favorite scrapbook supply stores http://www.rememberthemoments.com/ carries an amazing selection at very reasonable prices, or you can find a local supply at most craft stores for around 50 cents a sheet (one sheet is more than enough for this project).
To make this project without having to buy any paper, consider using paper grocery bags instead of patterned paper for the shabby chic look that is so "in" right now.
The tags with the titles on them were made by cutting shapes out of chipboard. You can buy chipboard but you can also find it by cutting up a cereal box or a baking mix box. These tags were tied onto the jars using basic satin ribbon that you can find at most craft stores by the yard for just a few cents a yard. One yard will be plenty for this project. You can also use string, yarn, embroidery thread or even fabric strips! Whatever you have on hand will be fine and will offer a variation to make it personal for YOU.
You can use these storage jars a multitude of ways from office supplies to sewing notions to spices in the kitchen to scrapbook embellishments. You can also use them to hold bath beads or salts, or even baking mixes to give as gifts or keep your kitchen looking more tailored and modern. The possibilities are endless!
Enjoy making and using this "Little Thing!!" :)
posted by Kristin at 4:06 PM
1 Comments:
Cute idea! Off to check out the website too!
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