I've stopped throwing jars away! Not because I'm especially environmentalist but because they can serve other purposes and they're FREE! The thought just occurred to me when I was getting ready to throw some out recently and thought, wait a minute; I can do something else with these. So I have been spray painting the lids pink (what else?!?!) and washing the jars, putting a beautiful vintage wallpaper on the fronts and backs and then putting buttons in them. As I empty a jar I'll be doing more of these and deciding what else I can put in them: roses, little do-dads, furbelows and bigelots and maybe even ribbons. Just so handy and actually pretty also and did I mention FREE?!?!Also, they are eye candy for your craft or sewing room or can be put on shelves for just looking at. I'm soooooooooo into "eye candy"!! :-)
Connie,
ReplyDeleteLove the jars, I have used old canning jars for years to store everything from buttons to chocolate chips, I especially love the old blue ones.
Judy
Connie, Your jars came out so pretty!You can use them in any room.I did some for the bath for cotton balls and qtips.The boys use them for penny jugs.The list can go on and on.Just like you said there free and were helping to recylce.Have a Very Happy Mothers Day!!Miss chattin with ya!Jen
ReplyDeleteHappy Mother's Day, Connie!
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Stephanie
Angelic Accents
Great idea Connie! I have done this for years too! It only makes sense, doesnt it?
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Hugs,
Amy
Dear Connie~ thank you so much for "visiting" my blog, and for your sweet comments! How wonderful to meet you~ Your blog is wonderful, and I just love your jars~ what a cute idea! I think I have to try this for a few little sweet-snacks for my work room... wishing you a wonderful week!
ReplyDeleteConnie, I love this idea! Another great storage tip!
ReplyDeleteConnie this is a great recycling idea and ever so pretty. Who doesn't need more storage.
ReplyDeleteGreat idea Connie, I have been painting my lids pink but never put wallpaper on them. Maybe I will try that with some vintage labels!
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Shirl
This is a cool idea! Thanks! I am going to start doing this too!
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