Crafting with Jam Jars: Creative DIY Projects and Cool Ideas on How to Reuse Them!

Don't throw away the empty jars: recycling can be an interesting hobby that makes children and adults happy. You've come to the right place if you don't know what to do with empty glasses. Crafting with jam jars? Yes, that is a very good idea!

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Are you a fan of toast with jam? Then you most likely have an empty mason jar in the fridge just waiting to be filled with your creative ideas. There are a plethora of other uses for these mason jars beyond just canning and pickling. You can use these versatile jars for all kinds of inexpensive home decor, from candles and soap dispensers to planters and bird feeders. Find out how you can reuse those old jam jars in ingenious ways. You'll be amazed at what you can do with it.

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Jars are great for simple art projects that little ones can do with them.

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You're sure to have a lot of fun with this collection of the best DIY projects.

Make your own summer decorations

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This mason jar project will help you store any beach-related items, whether they're souvenirs from vacation or a quick trip to the coast. Anyone, from children to adults, can make this pretty sea decoration themselves. You can look at them every day and remember all the wonderful holidays and sunny days!

Container for pens

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Are your children and young people also looking for something fun to do? Making personalized pen containers is a great idea! Your workspaces or play areas will be decorated with these adorable smiley face mason jars. You can design the cheerful glasses with different, bright colors.

Scented DIY candles in jars

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Have you ever tried making different wax candles yourself? If not yet – now is the right time! A jam jar is the ideal container for your DIY candles, and making it is easier than you think.Discover herea step-by-step guide!

Decorative “matchbox”

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Throw away the boring old matchbox and replace it with this cool container. To make the matches easier to reach, you can make a small hole in the eye-catching lid if you're in the crafty mood. Voila! Now you also have a beautiful decoration for indoor and outdoor use!

Tea light holder for the warmer evenings on the terrace

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An outdoor party isn't complete without the heavenly glow of tea lights. Decorate the jars with stickers that you can find everywhere in stores and online. These cute butterflies are excellent choices for spring. You can also hang the tealight holders on the trees outside your patio.

Make a sign for greetings

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An attractive DIY idea with mason jars: This entrance wall hanging consists of matching mini vases with beautiful plants. The sign reads the Greek word “Kalimera,” which means “good day” in German. For example, you can write “Welcome” on it.

Create colorful unicorns

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Anyone who has children is already familiar with the cute unicorns that can be seen everywhere. These animals are a favorite of the younger generation. Help the kids with this craft idea: The finished product is not only a functional storage solution, but also exudes a touch of magical unicorn enchantment and serves as a cool decoration.

Houseplants in jam jars

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You can easily fill several plain mason jars with houseplants and decorate them to match any decor. This makes them perfect for a shelf or as a gift. The succulents are the perfect choice in this case because they are so easy to care for.

Decoration with your favorite photos

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A jam jar is a unique and beautiful way to display your precious photos. All you need to do is make smaller versions and put them in a jar. They are beautiful and bring a touch of nostalgia to any home.

Storage option for the bathroom

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How should you best store your toothbrushes, cotton swabs and cotton balls in the bathroom? Here we have a creative idea for you!

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Use smaller and larger jars to create storage containers for cosmetic products - this is a rustic-chic alternative for storing bathing utensils. You can also use a glass as a soap dispenser!

Also read:Make vases yourself: With these creative craft ideas you can create beautiful decorations for your home!

Make a bird feeder

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This is a great way to store seeds for your feathered friends to visit during the season.

A DIY sewing kit in a mason jar

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This mason jar project is perfect if you're feeling motivated to clean up your sewing gear and keep it visible. The DIY pincushion above is adorable and we think it would be perfect for a crafty friend or family member.

Also read:Crafting with eggshells in spring: great decoration ideas to brighten up your home for the new season!

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This is the easier version of this DIY project.

Fill the old jam jars with sweets

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Fill the old jam jars with sweets,decoratethem with colorful stickers and they are perfect as gifts for family and friends.

Old glasses as cutlery stands

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You can color these glasses and get modern cutlery stands for your knives, forks and spoons.

Make your home spring-like with fresh flowers in a glass vase

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Make an Easter bunny

Easter is coming soon!Discover hereHow to make an Easter bunny out of an old jar!

Mason jars with dinosaurs as storage containers

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