The next time you finish
off a jar of mayonnaise or pickles, don't throw away the jar.
Instead, turn it into a pretty little flower vase. And as far as DIY projects go, they just don't get much easier than this one.
Skill Level:
Project Cost: Approximately
$6
Materials:
1. Clean mayonnaise jar, or jar
of similar size (either plastic or glass);
2. Decorative glass marbles in
your choice of color(s). These are located in the craft store
with flower arranging supplies. They are rounded on one side
and flat on the other side, and available in a variety of colors.
The vase pictured above is made with clear iridescent marbles.
Tools & Supplies:
1. Hot glue gun and glue sticks.
Instructions:
1. Remove the label from the jar and
wash/dry thoroughly. If adhesive residue remains, use a
product like Goo Gone to remove the residue.
2. Beginning at the bottom of the vase,
glue the marbles to the jar, working your way to the top of the
jar, until the entire jar is covered with marbles.
3. Fill with water, flowers, and enjoy!
Helpful Hints:
1. Try to arrange the marbles as closely
together as possible, but don't be concerned if there are gaps.
This will naturally happen, but when the vase is finished, they
won't be noticeable (especially with the clear marbles and
light-colored marbles).
2. Looking for something to fill your
vase? Don't miss the tutorial to make those gorgeous
tissue paper carnations from
Folding Trees (shown in the photo above).
Variations:
1. Use this method to dress up a plain
glass or plastic vase.
2. Use two colors of marbles to create an
interesting variegated effect.
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