If you’ve ever gotten lost on Pinterest or tried your hand at pretty much anything DIY, you’re probably besties with one iconic piece of glassware: The Mason Jar. Love it or hate it, you can’t deny both its utility and inherent cuteness. For this month’s mega roundup, we’ve scoured the web to bring you the 100 most clever ways to repurpose a mason jar, canning jar, ball jar, or jam jar. And we promise not to use the word “jarring” more than once 😉

1.
DIY Oil Lamp: It’s surprisingly easy to create your own nostalgic oil lamp, and a blue mason jar makes a very picturesque base. (via
Raised in Cotton)









10. Porcelain Pen Designs: We love the quirky lines on this trio of jars. (via Aesthetic Outburst)


12.
Metallic Vases: A little inside out painting? Don’t mind if we do! Create a silver tablescape with this simple DIY project. (via
Brit + Co.)








20.
Sea Glass Jars: Created using a crafty cocktail of Elmer’s Glue and food coloring, these have just a faint sea glass inspired hue. (via
Barefoot Crafting)






25.
Sewing Kit in a Jar: Everyone — even if they don’t know it — needs a sewing kit to fix up those loose buttons. But who wants to get a sewing kit as a present? Putting it into a cleverly designed jar definitely puts the “fun” in functional gift. (via
Funky Time)

26.
Key Hook: This is the perfect thing for your entryway. Hooks for your keys and a jar for those fresh flowers your sweetie brings you 😉 (via
Shanty 2 Chic)


28.
Pin Cushion: A close cousin to the full blown sewing kit, this is a great addition to any sewing scene. (via
Hometalk)

29.
Wall Caddy: This is probably more in the decor category, but we love the idea of making a whole bunch of these for organizing a craft room.(via
Miss Paisley Pearl)

30.
Hanging Kitchen Storage: Use a serious glue to attach mason jar caps to the underside of your cabinets, and you’ve got a great storage solution. (via
HGTV)



33.
Advent Calendar: This is a great way to create an advent calendar you can use time and time again. Or, just make it once and fill with edible goodies. (via
Studio DIY)






39.
Glass Jar Frames: You’ve likely seen these floating around the web – they’re an unusual way to display photos and make us think of a funhouse mirror. (via
Photojojo)

40.
Beachy Terrarium: Back from a recent beach vacation? Collect all your keepsakes in a sweet little jar for your mantel. (via
Mom 4 Real)





45.
Mason Jar Cap Wreath: But what to do with all those mason jar caps? This tutorial will show you how to create a warm winter wreath. (via
Brit + Co.)


47.
Canning Jar Ring Pumpkin: If you’ve got a bunch of canning rings (mason jar lid rims) laying around the craft room or kitchen, put them to good use with this fun DIY pumpkin. (via
Simply Klassic)



50.
Twig Vase: Now this is genius. Who can even tell that there’s a mason jar hiding in there? (via
Garden Mama)









59.
Hanging Jar Lanterns: Created for a wedding in the woods, all you need is a roll of hemp or twine to drum up a whole bunch of these rustic fixtures. (via
Brit + Co.)


61.
Jar-Shaped Candle: Not exactly a candler “holder,” this jar-shaped candle is going on our list of coolest candle shapes. And yes, that is a list. (via
Huffington Post)

62.
Survival Candles: Still worried about Y2K? Prepare yourself by making a whole bunch of homemade candles. These also make great candles for lighting at weddings… not just for the apocalypse. (via
Teotwawki Blog)



65.
Rustic Hangers: Don’t you just want to wander through a field carrying one of these romantic lanterns? (via
Wanelo)

66.
Mason Shaker: This recently successful Kickstarter project definitely makes us want to try hacking one of our own. (via
Kickstarter)







73.
Mason Jar Goblets: Also known as the “redneck wine glass,” these are created by combining a candle holder with a mason jar. (via
Amazon)








81.
Mini Apple Pie: SO cute! Shown as favors for a wedding, these mini apple pies make use of teeny tiny canning jars and would be great holiday gifts. Also great to make a batch if you’ve got a lot of parties to attend and want to give homemade hostess gifts. (via
The Boastful Baker)








89. Succulent Favor: Grab a whole bunch of mini jars and create floral favors and name cards for your wedding guests. (via Style Me Pretty)

90. Wedding Aisle Planter: You’ve likely seen something like this on Pinterest or pretty much any wedding site, but it’s a classic we still love. (via Borrowed and Blue)

91. Mason Jar Succulent Garden: Terrariums are still the rage, and this mini succulent one is our jam. (via Home Depot)

92. Bright Painted Animal Toppers: And onto a whole of things that don’t really fit in categories. Starting with… party animals! (via Hot Polka Dot)

93. Storage for Matches: How clever is this? Sandpaper is the key for the top. (via The Burlap Bag)

94. Cupcake Jar Covers: Wait, how have we not seen this a million times before? Cupcake liners make adorable tutus for the top of a mason jar. (via Martha Stewart)

95. Soap Dispenser: Okay okay, this might be on the too cute end of the spectrum. (via Apartment Therapy)

96. Vintage-Inspired Twine Holder: These funny little beasts are here to make all your twine organization dreams come true. (via Handmade Charlotte)

97. Add a Pour Spout: Did you actually make it through an entire thing of Morton Salt? Well, then use that spout for mason jar cuteness! (via Dollar Store Crafts)

98. Easy DIY Dispenser: And what about the orange juice? 😉 (via One Good Thing by Jillee)

99. Toothpick Dispenser: Somehow a mason jar can make even toothpicks look charming. (via Eclectic Recipes)

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