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Mason JarsI love the look of old colored mason jars, but I thought they would be too expensive to try and get enough of them, because I want them hanging with lights in them and as the center pieces. Thats until I found this! Vitrea 160 glass paint. You can apply it as is and get a dark color, or use with a thinner to be a wash and more transparent. There are 30 colors and after its baked is dishwasher safe. BEFORE: AFTER: I dont love the flowers or bow, but I love the jar. I think that it might be cool to mix green and clear ones, but Ill have to see how that plays out. Im afraid ...
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Mason JarsMason jars are used for more than just good old fashioned southern sweet tea. They can be used as centerpiece holders, luminaries, and apparently, picture frames! It's amazing what kind of creativity you come across when perusing other blogs and websites. And considering they are made out of glass, they're sturdy enough to re-use for years to come! "What would I use them for," you ask? Well, here is a great list to get you started.PHOTO CREDITS: Top, middle right, and bottom right: How Sweet it IsMiddle left: Alina Coryell on Flickr...
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Mason JarsLoooovin' this idea from Jessica and Jon's wedding on The Knot: "My mom and I bought old mason jars and requested that wedding guests bring their wedding photos to display in the jars. The jars framing the different photos through the years added to the wedding's retro appeal."Alternative idea: Showcase weddings from past generations of your and your groom's family....
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Mason Jars
Mason jars are used for more than just good old fashioned southern sweet tea. They can be used as centerpiece holders, luminaries, and apparently, picture frames! It's amazing what kind of creativity you come across when perusing other blogs and websites. And considering they are made out of glass, they're sturdy enough to re-use for years to come! "What would I use them for," you ask? Well, here is a great list to get you started.PHOTO CREDITS: Top, middle right, and bottom right: How Sweet it IsMiddle left: Alina Coryell on Flickr...
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Mason JarsI love these uses for mason jars found via Earth Friendly Weddings! You can do so much with jars for your wedding--besides holding flowers, they can make beautiful candle-holders, bridesmaids' gifts or wedding favors for your guests: ...
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In Defense of Mason Jars | Redeux
Last week I wrote in defense of mason jars in response to a bride who was rethinking her entire wedding decor based on the recent debate about what bloggers choose to publish. This week, I thought I’d continue my defense of mason jars with the following proclamation: From Style Me Pretty (tag: “Mason Jar”) [...] Related posts:In Defense of Peonies and Mason JarsDelightful Mason Jars Wrapped with Lace and TwineMake your own Blue Mason Jars {DIY Find}...
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In Defense of Peonies and Mason Jars
Left: From Michael and Anna Costa via Style Me Pretty | Right: From Studio Starling via Style Me Pretty I am slightly horrified by this reader email that landed in my inbox recently. Do we need to send a clearer message about wedding expectations and wedding self-esteem? Hi, Hindsight Bride, I love your mountain wedding [...] Related posts:Make your own Blue Mason Jars {DIY Find}Delightful Mason Jars Wrapped with Lace and TwineThree fresh ideas for mason jars...
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Mason Jar MealsHow much fun are these mason jar meals designed by The Decorated Cookie? They’re perfect for baby showers, cocktail hour and casual backyard parties. Label the lid, tie a ribbon around the jar with a pretty napkin and utensils, display in a pretty tub of ice, and you’re all set! Meals designed by The Decorated Cookie spotted on Design Crush...
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Mason Jar Wedding Decor!This may seem like very unconventional wedding day decor, but its surprising how elegant it can be … and completely practical! Not to mention, there has been a recent trend of using these fabulous little jars in wedding decor . Mason jars are a great way to incorporate southern flare into your wedding day. There are so many uses and they come in so many different shapes and sizes. Here are some ideas of how to use mason jars for your wedding. photo credit: weddinggirl.ca.com photo credit: merrimentdesign.com photo credit: ruffledblog.com photo credit: primadonnabride.com photo credit: ...
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Mason Jar Lightsever tried to fit a candle into a Mason Jar, light it, keep it lit and looking well through the night? now you don't have to! check out these great Mason jar solar lids from Treasure Again. love this idea. all their lids fit the vintage regular mouth jar you already have in your garage. i love this vintage Mason jar chandelier and the Mason Jar party lights --can't you just seem them hung in a rustic old barn or lighting the way from the bough of overgrown trees in a field? ...
