Clever Uses for Mason Jars

Kids Arts & Crafts

http://www.amazon.com/Kerr-0519-wide-mouth-quart/dp/B000VDRAVI/ref=sr_1_14?s=home-garden&ie=UTF8&qid=1307504346&sr=1-14

We have a bunch of mason jars to hold pencils, crayons, erasers, buttons and other things my kids use for arts & crafts. Add some chalkboard labels and you are styling.

Mason Jar Cocktails

http://sixinthesuburbsblog.blogspot.com/2012/01/mason-jar-cocktails.html

Six in the Suburbs - @SixInTheSuburbs

I remember drinking cocktails from mason jars way back in college. We did it then because it was economical. I do it now because it looks cool. Love this idea from blogger Six in the Suburbs where she pre-made certain cocktails. No bartender necessary!

Toiletries Holders

http://www.lizmarieblog.com/2011/01/mason-jar-love/

Liz Marie Blog - @lizmariegalvan

We keep q-tips, cotton balls and other toiletries in mason jars. Mind you they are just on a bathroom shelf versus this cool DIY project from Liz Marie.

Overnight, No-Cook Refrigerator Oatmeal

http://www.theyummylife.com/blog/2012/03/293/Overnight%2C+No-Cook+Refrigerator+Oatmeal+--+A+healthy+breakfast+made+in+mason+jars+in+six+different+flav

The Yummy Life - @TheYummyLife

What a great idea - pre-made, individual-sized oatmeal in a mason jar. Click over to The Yummy Life for different flavor options and "how to's."

Mason Jar Candle Holders

http://budgetwisehome.com/mason-jar-decorating-ideas-6/

Budget Wise Home - @BudgetWiseHome

I've used mason jars as candle holders before - it works wonderfully. I would recommend getting different sized mason jars and candles to make it even more beautiful. Full credit to Budget Wise Home for this photo (mine didn't look quite so nice!)

Parfaits & Other Sweet Desserts

http://www.sprinkledwithflour.com/2011/03/banana-split-cake-cups.html

Sprinkled with Flour - @sprinkledwflour

How about this idea from blogger Sprinkled with Flour?! My kids (and husband) will be in heaven.

Mason Jar Vases

http://budgetwisehome.com/mason-jar-decorating-ideas-5/

Budget Wise Home - @BudgetWiseHome

You can choose to decorate your mason jar (like Budget Wise Home did in this photo) or just use it as is for a vase.

Photo Display

http://sugarspiceandnice.wordpress.com/2010/11/16/mason-jars/

Sugar, Spice and Nice

Mason jars in lieu of picture frames - love the idea. You can put two pictures in and use on a table so both sides of the table get a good view.

Mason Jar Terrariums

http://jenpearsondesigns.com/?attachment_id=78

Jen Pearson Designs - @jenpearsondsgn

I can barely keep a plant alive but maybe my green thumbed brother (who has a whole room at his house dedicated to his 30+ orchids) could make this happen.

Gift Box Alternative

http://chateauandbungalow.wordpress.com/2012/01/13/a-sweet-and-simple-hostess-gift/

Chateau and Bungalow - @chateaubungalow

No need to wrap up goodies or other presents. Just put them in a mason jar and secure some pretty material on top.

Mason Jar Salads

http://mypinsmypinterest.blogspot.com/2012/03/mason-jar-salads.html

Use Mason jars to pre-assemble salads that will keep for days. You can click over to this blog for ideas on Asian, Seafood, Caesar and more.

Soap Dispenser

http://boards.weddingbee.com/topic/mason-jar-obsession-ideasdecor-pic-heavy

Wedding Bee - @weddingbee

A project I will probably not get to but love this idea from Wedding Bee (who also happens to be a SkinnyScoop Tastemaker.)

Mason Jar Pumpkins

http://www.petitelemon.com/blog/2011/10/14/say-happy-halloween-with-mason-jars/

Petite Lemon

This blog (Petite Lemon) has a few Halloween-related craft ideas for mason jars. These mason jar pumpkins are my favorite.

Desserts for the Deserving

http://iambaker.net/meal-for-family-in-need

Suggested by Claudia:

The need can be anything from a new baby to a hospital stay to the loss of a loved one. The gift makes life easier for the recipient and they have a beautiful mason jar for keeps.

Related Link: 50+ Mason Jar Decor Ideas

http://savedbylovecreations.com/2012/02/50-mason-jar-decor-ideas.html

Suggested by Krista:

I came across this post today and had to add it to your list. This lady has profiled some really fun DIY decor ideas!