If you’re anything like me, you squirrel away random jars hoping to use them in easy glass jar upcycle projects. Let’s take a look at a super easy project using those jars and Chalk Couture stencils and chalk paste.
Easy Glass Jar Upcycle Project
There are so many different ways to repurpose and reuse glass jars. Sometimes it’s as easy as using them to store something without changing them at all! But let’s take a look at how to transform those jars into beautiful and functional candle holders you can use indoors or out!
Supplies needed
For this easy upcycle project you just need a few supplies:
- a variety of glass jars – cleaned with labels removed
- stencils of your choice – Chalk Couture Pottery Patterns were used in this project. The Chalk Couture Stencil Guide is a great resource if you’re new to Chalk Couture.
- chalk paste – Chalk Couture Chalkology Paste in Nominee was used for this project. The Chalk Couture Paste & Ink Guide will help you learn more about these amazing products!
- a squeegee
- flameless tea light candles, which are easy to use and safe especially if you have pets or kids around your home!
- sealer of your choice (optional) – If you do not seal your project, you can easily remove the design with water and change up your decor for different seasons and holidays!
Pro tip: easily remove labels from jars by soaking them in warm water with a few drops of dish soap!
Step by Step Instructions
- Clean your jars and remove labels.
- Choose your stencils and paste colors.
- Fuzz your stencil and apply it to your jar.
- Use your squeegee to apply some chalk paste to cover the mesh silk screen on your stencil.
- Peel and reveal your chalked design.
- Seal with your choice of sealer if you want to make the design permanent.
Watch this video tutorial for step by step instructions for upcycling a glass jar!
Pro tip: fuzz your stencil extremely well when using on glass surfaces! The adhesive stencils stick really well to glass and if you have to pull hard to remove it, you may damage your stencil.
Enjoy your upcycled jars out on your deck or patio or use them indoors to create some ambiance!
There are so many different ways you can decorate your jars and so many ways you can use them for customized home decor! I hope this easy glass jar upcycle project idea inspires you to transform the glass jars you’ve been saving!
Sustainably yours,
Luana