Mason Jar Madness

A few months ago I began collecting antique mason jars for an event I'm planning next year.    I love the gentle blue color, along with the bulbous shape.  In my hunts, I've discovered all sorts of wonderful old mason jars from long-defunct brands.  I have well over 20-some antique jars now, blue, clear and everything in between.  I may be a bit obsessed.

In a happy coincidence, my friend's are getting married this month and I am so pleased to be able to help them.  As I have been helping with the planning and scheming for their backyard wedding design, I've been pulling the mason jars - old and new - into commission.

Check out this cute mason jar of "fireflies".  I've made 6 to hang around the tables.

With some simple wire twisting - and a minor poke or two - I made the hangers for easier set-up.  Reminds me of the old red kerosene lanterns, but way more fun.

This project got me to thinking.....what else can I do with the jars?  Then I spied my solar yard light.

Hmm...looks about the same size as the jar top.

Seriously cute.  But I don't want to risk my antique jars outdoors.  So I pulled out some smaller half-pint jars and got to scheming.

Now to turn these jars blue.  A little Mod Podge and paint.

Slather it on and let it start to dry.

After drying for a few minutes, I wiped it down a bit.  It dries a very pale blue, and looks oh so pretty under the solar light.

My next project is going to be handmade soap in a mason jar with a pump lid.  I can't wait! :)