15 Ways to Use Mason Jars
Handy service [1]
Service for one, all in one. Napkin and silverware look great tucked into a jar meant to be the drinking vessel. If you don't have enough jars for each person, just organize silverware in jars.
Night lights [4]
Like fireflies winking in the dusk, a row of jars strung with lights hangs from rafters. Pendant light kits found at local hardware stores make the conversion simple.
Take root [7]
When used as a container for forcing blubs, Mason jars mean you get twice the beauty: tendrils of roots and towering bulb.
Single servings [10]
Before guests arrive, dish servings into Mason jars to simplify serving time at a buffet.
Sunny display [13]
Floating a single blossom in a jar with a little water makes a charming display. A bow of raffia tops it with flourish.
Convenience at hand [16]
Adding a simple pump to the jar puts your dish or hand soap on display in a sturdy source.
Clearly stored [19]
Attaching bright paper labeled with IDs transforms jars into clear storage.
Growing favors [22]
A little dirt at the bottom of a jar hints at the contents of this thoughtful favor. Raffia holds pretty gardening gloves on the jar filled with a seed packet and plant ID stake.
Windowsill herbs [25]
Vintage mason jars make great containers for a kitchen herbarium. Almost any herb can be started from seed in a mason jar. Chive, thyme and rosemary are excellent choices. When they outgrow their space, cut herbs as needed, or transplant them into a larger container or into the garden.
Red Velvet Sundae Jars [28]
These sundaes are more than just another excuse to ride the Mason jar wave. There's genius under that screw-top, thanks to inspiration from Silver Lining Creamery in Rapid City. Bake the cake batter in the jars; pile ice cream, fudge and nuts on top; then stash them in the freezer. They're perfect for serving at parties or any special occasion.
Organized system [32]
A row of jars puts tall items at your fingertips. Separate by type, color or function.
Tall refresher [35]
Pour lemonade or sangria into these jars for containers guests don't have to worry about breaking.
Sweet storage [38]
Corral tiny notions in a jar topped with a felt pincushion. Thread, needle cases, pins, buttons. They'll all benefit from a secure spot.
No-stress sippers [41]
Insert a straw into lids with holes (or punch a hole in a lid) to create homemade sippy cups. No spills. Grown-up and tyke-approved.
Delicious display [44]
Cookies on sticks or candy-coated pretzel sticks—anything tall and gooey looks great in a jar.
Suspended charm [47]
Tea lights set in sand inside Mason jars add light and charm to an outdoor patio. The carefully hung lights dangle above a dining table and seating area. To make your own, use twine and s hooks to hang the jars from thier handles.