Utilizing common items at home to create functional new products is a great way to save money, and these crafty mason jar projects are offering some creative ideas on how to transform these jars into inventive items.
While mason jars are often used to package and hold certain food items like jam and sauces, their sturdy exterior and transparent appearance makes them a practical source of material for other projects. Offering arts and crafts enthusiasts a way to experiment with items they most likely already have at home, these mason jar projects will showcase just how many different ways you can utilize these common kitchenware items.
From frosted supply jar activities to cowhide bouquets and cookie jar recipes, these mason jar projects will definitely keep you busy with all their fun and useful tutorials.
41 Crafty Mason Jar Projects
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DIY Glowing Containers
The 'From Panka with Love' Blog Shows How to Make Glow-in-the-Dark Jars
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Elegant Flower Cakes
The Instructables Blog Shows How to Make Edible Mason Jar Treats
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DIY Bug-Repellant Candles
The Summertime Floating Candles Stylishly Keeps Mosquitos at Bay
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Tiny Office Terrariums
Bring Nature to Your Office with the Design Sponge DIY Office Terrarium
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DIY Christmas Village Decorations
Personalize Your December 25th with this Cute DIY Holiday Decor
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Contained Beach Scenes
The Mason Jar Terrarium is a Great Vacation Keepsake
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DIY Rose Petal Scrubs
The Beauty Department Blog Creates a Homemade Exfoliate
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DIY Marshmallow Candy Vodka
These DIY Instructions Let You Make Your Own Easter Peep Candy Vodka
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Confined Cranium Cakes
These Brains in a Jar Cupcakes are Terrifyingly Delicious
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DIY Frosted Supply Jars
The 'Glacier Jar' Will Add a Unique Personal Touch to Your Work Station
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DIY Retro Cupcake Jars
The 'Running With Glitter' Blog Shows You How to Make Rainbow Cakes
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DIY Halloween Specimen Jars
Evil Mad Scientist Labs Creates Gnarly Snacks for the Spooky Season
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DIY Cookie Recipe Jars
The Bakerella 'Cowgirl' Project is Great for Gift-Giving
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DIY Bubble Art Paintings
The 'Cakies' Watercolor Project is an Easy Way to Decorate Your Abode
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DIY Character Pen Pots
The DIY LEGO Pencil Holder is for Fans Who Simply Adore the Blocks
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Frosted Holiday Mason Jars
Make Your Season Bright with These DIY Christmas Decorations
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Bottled Candelabras
The Mason Jar Chandelier Preserves Light
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Jarred Cake Confections
The 'How Sweet It Is' No-Bake Coconut Cream Cheescake Looks Delicious
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DIY Gelatin Air Fresheners
The Instructables Blog Shows How to Create Your Own JELLO Scents
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Mason Jar Flower Containers
The Brit & Co. Inside Out Jars are Stylish and Easy to Create
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Smart Travel Containers
The 'Gunny Sack' Mason Jar Confections are On-the-Go Perfection
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Upcycled Home Trinkets
The Samuel Bernier 'Project RE_' Provides Low Cost Personal Objects
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Reusable Chalkboard Tea Canisters
These Containers Make for the Perfect DIY Mother's Day Gift
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Fierce Feline Lids
These 'DIY Catastic Canisters' are Perfect for Crafty Cat Lovers
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Decluttering DIY Kitchen Tops
The Peter Marigold Jam Jar Shelf Makes Space by Defying Gravity
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DIY Banana Split Cheesecake
These Party Desserts Require No Baking and Will Satisfy a Sweet Tooth
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Aspirational Dream Catchers
The DIY Dream Jar Captures All Your New Year's Resolutions
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DIY Erasable Storage Labeling
The A Beautiful Mess Chalkboard Paper Project is Handy
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DIY Presents
Budget-Friendly Holiday Gifts
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Star-Spangled Desserts
Indulge in these Patriotic Panna Cotta Shooters this Fourth of July
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Pastry-Inspired Booze
Apple Pie Moonshine is a Sweet But Powerful Homemade Brew
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Weather-Inspired Jello Shooters
These Sunny Day Jelly Shot Parfaits are the Perfect Summer Treat
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Romantic Homemade Votives
The DIY Upcycled Valentine's Day Table Decor Piece is Basic
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DIY Animated Jar Lids
The ‘House to Home’ Site Shows How to Make Playful Containers
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DIY Flower-Infused Honey
This Rose Petal Honey Recipe Makes Colorfully Sweet Floral Honey
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DIY Cowhide Bouquets
Create a Rustic Leather-Wrapped Vase with Common Household Items
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Festive Melted Munchies
These Peeps Deconstructed Smores are Fun to Make and Eat
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Contained Citrus Confections
These Lemon Meringue Jar Cakes are a Tangy Hand-Held Indulgence
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Handmade Holiday Lids
The Proper Wheel DIY Nutcracker Jar Toppers Add a Christmas Flair to Caps
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Custom-Churned Condiments
Make Your Own Spreads with the Williams-Sonoma Butter-Making Kit
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Romantic Gesture Honey Jars
The Bee Mine Valentine is a Deliciously Sweet Gesture
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DIY Love Origami
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This DIY Activity Turns Big Blocks into Chic Outdoor Decor
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The Triangular Wall-Caddy by Brit+Co is Crafty and Creative
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This Quirky Project Turns Old Plastic Toys into Artistic Storage Lids
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These DIY iPad Cases are Durable and Functional
Ply-Wood Christmas Trees
The OneTwoTree is Made of Stacked Slats of Wood
DIY Laced-Up Pumps
The Brit & Co. Slingbacks Project is a Great Way to Spruce up Old Shoes
DIY Metal Finger Rings
These DIY Activity Lets You Make Creatively Customized Jewelry Pieces
DIY Deceptive Storage Bins
The Lauren Conrad 'Bookshelf Box' is Great for Sophisticated Home Decor
DIY Spiraled Yarn Decorations
The 'Two Shades of Pink' Garland is a Fun Craft Project
Egg-Shaped Terrariums
These Fun DIY Easter Decorations are Creatively Festive
Smashed Vase Keychains
Use Broken Pottery Pieces to Create DIY Keepsake Key Holders
Personified Tree Decor
Add Life to Your Decorations with the Christmas Tree Googly Eyes
DIY Fringed Decor
Decorate Parties In Unconventional Garland with this 'Oh Happy Day' Tutorial
DIY Custom-Made Candy
The Brit & Co. Jolly Rancher Treats are Easy to Make
Hipster Coffee Filters
The Intelligent Design Co. Mason Jar Coffee Tool Makes Java on-the-Go
DIY Valentine Dessert Candles
These DIY Valentine’s Day Candles Are Adorable Romantic Gestur
Water Reminder Wall Vases
This Water Balanced Vase Tells You When Flowers Need Water
DIY Butterfly Wreaths
The ‘A Beautiful Mess’ Feather Garland is Easy to Make
DIY Jumbo Lollipop Decorations
The 'Trendy Tree' Blog Shows How to Make Affordable Party Accents
DIY Balloon Bean Bags
The Disney Family Fun Ball Project is Ideal for Children's Play
Growing Grass Rings
The HAF Eco-Friendly Jewelry Collection is Lusciously Green
Edible Candy Diodes
DIY LED Design Gummies are High-Tech Treats for Geeks
DIY Twig Decorations
The Cakies 'Sweet Bird Hanging' is a Fun Project for the Home
Glass-Marble Furniture
The Osmosi Collection by Emmanuel Babled is Sculpturally Whimsical
Customized Holiday Candy Packages
The Valentine Treat Boxes Are Perfect DIY Candy-Filled Gifts
Recycled Pop Can Ornaments
The Eco-Friendly Coke & Diet Pepsi Snowman Christmas Ornaments are Cute
DIY Ecosystem Furniture
Daniel Zeller Goes Green with an Illuminated Terrarium Desk
Macho Necessity Sets
The Gentleman's Survival Kit is Full of Essentials for Men
Edible Cupcake Ornaments
The DIY Christmas Cupcake Favor Ornament Showcases Desserts on the Tree
DIY Dip-Dyed Packaging
Design Mom Blog Shows How to Make Cute Valentine's Gift Wrapping Bags
DIY Dried Fruit Decorations
The 'Annie's Eats' Pineapple Dessert Flowers are Surreal
3D Circular Holiday Tags
The DIY Merry Christmas Gift Topper is Creative and Fun
DIY Festive Feather Decor
These Gold and Glitter Dipped Feathers are Perfect for New Year's Eve
Bubbled Heart Brooches
This 'Kittenhood' DIY Pin Can Be Placed Over the Real Thing
DIY Ombre Sweets
The Wedding Chicks Colored Sugar Recipe is Alluring and Tempting
DIY Stackable Gradient Candle Holders
These Cement Tea Light Holders are Darkening Shades of Gray
Electric Green Holiday Shooters
The Mistletoe Jelly Shots are Perfect for a Crazy Christmas Party
DIY Wine Cork Boards
The Lauren Conrad Heart Bulletin Board is Great to Display on Walls
Realistic Planetary Desserts
The Earth Structural Layer Cake Was Created for a Grade School Lesson
DIY Honeycomb Shelves
A Beautiful Mess Blog Shares Easy To Follow Instructions For Modern Shelves
Vodka Tasting Tour in a Box
Hangar 1 Has Created a one-of-a-kind Brand Experience
DIY Soda Bottle Creatures
The ‘Spoonful’ Polar Bear Project is a Great Way to Re-Purpo
Pinched Pitcher Vases
The Tyvek Vase is a Lovely Sculptural Item Intended as a Temporary Wrapper
Honeycomb-Inspired Jars
Radosevic's Honey Jars are Healthy
Peace-Covered Garlands
The Vintage Spoon Christmas Garland Spells Out the Season's Message
Mason Jar Flower Containers
The Brit & Co. Inside Out Jars are Stylish and Easy to Create
Concrete-Cast Candle Sets
Concrete Geometric Candle Holders Mix Warmth with Cool Design
Modern Mason Jar Dispensers
These Mason Jars Have Been Converted into Convenient Soap Dispensers
Edible Peppermint Utensils
Candy Cane Spoons are Deliciously Practical Christmas Treats
Tasty Food-Inspired Art
The 'Illustrated Recipe' Exhibit Makes Art Look Tastier Than Ever Before
DIY Rainbow Tree Wraps
The Felt Ball Garland Wraps Around Your Christmas Tree and Adds Beauty
Upcycled Ornament Planters
These Terrariums are Made From Old Unused Christmas Tree Decorations
Life-Pumping Vase Designs
These Heart-Shaped Vases are Sure to Inject Some Life into Your Room
Customizable Hipster Sound Systems
The Furni DIY Bluetooth Speakers by Aaron Daley are Crafty
DIY Japanese Folding Purses
The Origa-me Handbag Snaps Together Like Paper Folding
Jurassic Ecosystem Decor
These Dinosaur Terrariums Make for Cool and Educational Home Decor
Nuclear Meltdown Votives
Cooltower Candles Represent the Destruction Process of Power Plants
Themed Holiday Gifting Arrangements
Craft Vic's Christmas Guides Are Pre-Made
Digitally Customized Furnishings
'Unto This Last' Creates Organic Modern Furniture Designs
DIY Unraveling Surprise Gifts
The Cakies Blog 'Love Ball' is Packed with Excitement
Geeky Scented Candles
These Candles from ThinkGeek Will Encourage Geek Romance
Sentimental Chalk-Like Notes
These Hand Drawn Valentine Postcards Send Sweet Personal Messages
Pineapple-Infused Flapjacks
These Fantastic Fruity Pancakes are Vegan Friendly and Unexpected
Planet Earth Layer Cakes
This Earth Structural Layer Cake Mixes Science and Sweets
Fruity Alcohol Enhancers
The Vodka Zinger Natural Flavor Infuser Makes Healthy Cocktails
Scrumptious Leafy Miniscapes
Chocolate Terrariums Allow the Eating of Greens and Treats at Once
Transparent Handmade Planters
The Brick House 'DIY Terrarium' is Customizable
Fantasy Throne Cakes
This Game of Thrones Cake by The Cake Geek is Born of Both Iron and Fondant
Compartmentalizing Canister Cups
The BNTO Canning Jar Lunchbox Adaptor Easily Sections a Jar
DIY Tea Tag Wreaths
This 'Around the World' Decor Will Showcase a Variety of Brewing Flavors
DIY Ice Cream Pinatas
The 'Oh Happy Day' Blog Shows How to Make Easy Dessert Party Decorations
Gourmet Lollipop Garlands
Add These Tasty Treats to Any Space for a Sugary Sweet Accent
DIY Lace Lighting
These Metallic Lights are Easily Made Using a Doily
DIY Cheesecake Pops
The Wedding Chicks Cakepop Recipe is a Delicious Treat on a Stick
Stylish Font Decorations
These Heveltica Stockings are Adorably Modern and Festive
DIY Buttoned-Up Plants
The Disney Family Fun Bloomin' Flower Project Makes for a Great Gift Idea
Ornament-Encompassing Lights
The Interaction Lamp Explores Shadow, Reflection and Emphasis
Sculpturally Abstract Vessels
Imperfection is Perfection with Artistic Glassware by Jochen Holz
DIY Bark Candle Holders
The 'Two Shades of Pink' Twig Votive is an Affordable Gift Idea
Jolly Glass Adornments
The Santa Hat Glass Decoration Adds Festive Cheer to Each Sip
Metallic Biblical Figurines
The Nativity Wooden Family is an Unconventionally Designed Decoration
DIY Delectable Fruit Decor
This Activity Lets You Make Vibrant Decorations from Tissue Paper
Quirky Wooden Decor
The Y’a Pas Le Feu Au Lac 2012 Collection is Full of Character
Homemade Pop-Up Breakfast Pastries
These Homemade Pop Tart Recipes are Stuffed With Sweet Fillings
Motivational Book Covers
This DIY Activity Turns Ordinary Novels into Sources of Inspiration
Chain-Mounted Planters
The Necklaces Hanging Vase Series Turns Flowers into Jewel-Like Ornaments
Hooded Stem Holders
Heirloom Vases Frame Your Flowers to Bring More Dimension to Your Bouquets
DIY Upcycled Gift Tags
These Recycled Gift Tags are Eco-Savvy, Festive and Fun to Make
Beer-Branded Barbecue Sauces
Get Ready For The Long Weekend with These Tasty Marinades
Lush Fantasy Film Dioramas
The Hobbit Home Terrarium is Created Just in Time for the Movie Release
Stem-Holding Flower Planters
The Orchid Pot by Yeonju Yang is Streamlined and Sophisticated
Spooky Terrarium Accessories
The HoKiou Ring Collection Boasts Chilling Detailed Baubles
Holiday-Themed Candy Corks
The DCI Candy Cane Bottle Stoppers are Festive Christmas Decorations
Convenient Cake Cutters
The 'Klipy Cake Divider' Allows You to Serve Equal Dessert Portions
Coupled Coffee Filters
The Coffee for Two Brews a Pair of Drinks for You and Your Partner
Graham Cracker Jar Treats
The ‘Becky Bakes’ S’mores Pudding Recipe is Scrumptiou
DIY Holiday Home Wreaths
The Brit + Co. Ornament Garland is Adorably Creative
Futuristically Sleek Lighters
Alessi Sushi by Rodrigo Torres Could Dethrone the Timeless Zippo
Wholesome Homemade Jam Packaging
Cat Lady Preserves Use Simple Materials to Contain It's Product
Matchbox-Embedded Luminaries
The Blackout Candle Makes It Easy to Locate and Light Backup Lamps
Bulbous Wood-Made Vases
The Trilip Series by Jon Kleinhample is Sculpturally Shaped
Simply Outlined Stem Holders
These Empty Vases Suggest Form but Incorporate No Enclosures
Godly Geeky Candles
Let a Nerdy Candle from the 'twerkstore' Illuminate Your Life
DIY Ghostly Jug Decorations
The 'Disney Family Fun' Spirit Lanterns are Great for Halloween
Decapitated Animal Vessels
These DIY Vases Are Made from Children's Toys and Simple to Make
Neon Ombre Illuminators
The Hot Pink Gradient Candle by Ulrike Jurklies Accents Any Home
Insect-Inspired Storage Boxes
'Les Ruches' are Stackable Storage Containers with a Beehive Design
Impossibly Balanced Stem Holders
These Super Slender Magnetic Vases Defy Gravitational Expecations
Stacking Game-inspired Dishes
The Varia Tableware by Gaia Bottari is Defined by the User
Hipster Halloween Mugs
Spooky Mason Jar Party Drinks are Perfect for the Alternative Scary Party
Tree Trunk Canvases
Mel Davis Tree Ring Design Paintings Look Like Open Windows
Nutty Caffeine Cupcake Creations
These Chocolate Walnut Espresso Cupcakes are Sugary Sweet
Breakfast Cereal Cocktails
The 'Doo-Dah' Magically Delicious Martini is Infused with Lucky Charms
Haute Cuisine-Inspired Artworks
The Illustrated Recipe Show Celebrates Chef Marie-Antoine Careme
Wooden Block Vases
Vessels by LEBORED are Artistic One-of-a-Kind Flower Holders
Spherical Musical Dispensers
Electrolux Cruet Salt & Pepper Serves Up an Interactive Experience
Leather-Molded Vessels
Kawa Porcelain Vases Have Been Cast in Pliable Cow-Skin Sacks
DIY Animated Jar Lids
The ‘House to Home’ Site Shows How to Make Playful Containers
Sweet Soda-Infused Cupcakes
These Tasty Coca-Cola Cupcakes Combine Chocolate and Soda
Lumber Bedpost Vases
The Lovely Flower Base by Asano Design Will Coordinate With Your Chair Legs
Bacon-Infused Cocktails
This Bacon Tequila Concoction Covers Breakfast and Partying in One Shot
DIY Intoxicated Party Favors
The Buzzed Buzzer is a DIY Noise Maker Requiring Alcohol to Work
Canine-Focused Ice Cream
Arfscarf's Ice Cream for Dogs Might Just Make You Drool Too
Music-Making Mason Jars
This Mason Jar Speaker is Portable and Packs a Serious Punch
Festive Wine Corks
The Spooky Wine Bottle Stoppers Are Great Halloween Home Decor
Luminescent Glass Accessories
The Container Vase by Sebastian Herkner Displays a Metallic Texture
Micro-Chip LED Candles
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Sweet Pie-Inspired Alcohols
Spice Up and Warm Up to Fall with Pumpkin Pie Vodka
Avian Holiday Pastries
These Easter Nests from Psycho Donuts Are Made of Deliciousness