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Giveaway- Crafting With Mason Jars and other Glass Containers: Over 35 simple and beautiful upcycling projects

Leave a comment in today’s post by May 12th, 2016 and you are in the running for this pretty book filled with great ideas and tutorials on how to transform jars into all sorts of great things.

Open to U. S. residents only please.

“Upcycle your glass jars and other vessels into useful and lovely objects. Follow Hester van Overbeek’s easy steps to make a fresh flower-decorated tea-light votive for a garden party, store all your grains and pasta in large jars with vibrantly painted lids, or why not surprise a friend with the colorful “birthday in a jar”? There are lots of quick ideas that take no time at all, such as vacation memories in a jar, the table-setting jars, or the floral centerpiece that will charm all your guests. Some are elegant, some are homespun, but all make use of natural materials such as wood, shells, flowers, and leather–to give an original but sophisticated feel to your home and garden. Once you are confident in making the simpler crafts, there are more intricate projects to try, using basic DIY techniques: make a fabulous drink dispenser, a desk lamp, or a rustic vase display by attaching jars to a weathered piece of wood. All the projects have clear step-by-step instructions and hand-drawn illustrations to guide you, so all you need to do is pick the project you want to make first!”

 

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  8. This is the book I need and want most of all! I have been collecting jars for a year plus my mason jars…??

  9. I would love to create Mason Jar crafts, thanks for the chance to win this wonderful book!!

  12. I absolutely love to use jars for gift giving and I’m always looking for new ideas for Christmas gifts. Sounds like an amazing find! I’d love to win. Thanks for the chance.

  20. I love decorating with glass…this book is awesome! Thanks for the chance to win

  29. What a WAY fun giveaway! Who doesn’t love the all-American quintessential vessel? One of my fave things I’ve seen done is to color them w/ the Mod Podge/food col. mixture, to achieve sheer tinted colored jars. Thanks for the chance to win & Happy Mothers Day to all moms. 🙂

  31. Yes, I have a collection of mason jars. They make handy vessels for gift giving.

  34. I love all the crafts you can make with a Mason Jars. These are cool ideas

  35. There are purple Mason jars too! What a great book to add to our public library collection and maybe do a jar recycling program. Mahalo for the op to win.

  36. I have been checking out all the suggestions on mason jars and would love to have the bookyou are offering. Thanks for the chance for me to win it.

  39. I’ve been hoarding Mason Jars for years … with this book, I’m sure I can recycle/upcycle tons of them! SO excited about this book and would LOVE to own it. Thanks so much for the chance to win it, CraftGossip!

  40. I love mason jars and love to use them for everything I can think of. I would love this book for more ideas. Thanks so much for the opportunity and chance to win. I love craftgossip. Thank You!

  42. I find mason jars so useful! This book looks like it’s filled with inspiration!!

  43. I have been collecting old mason jars for years and need some ideas on what to do with them besides store beans and herbs.

  44. Mason jars are so handy! There is so much you can do with them. I use them all the time!

  45. Mason jars definitely have new ways of being used. They are still the go to for canning, but golly, so many other artistic uses.

  46. I’ve been recycling and upcycling household items long before it was chic or had a name. Jars and bottles of all sizes and shapes fill a cabinet waiting for a new purpose. This book could help clear a shelf! Thanks for offering this giveaway!

  47. I love recycling old jars so this book is right up my alley. Thanks for the chance to win.

  50. I have so many of these jars and absolutely no idea what to do with them but this may be the answer. Thanks!

Have you read?

30 Brilliant Uses for Empty Pill Bottles You Probably Haven’t Tried Yet

Creative and Practical Ways to Reuse Pill Bottles Around the Home

Let’s be honest—those little orange pill bottles multiply like rabbits in the back of the medicine cabinet. And if you’re anything like me, tossing them feels wasteful. They’re sturdy, compact, and practically begging to be reused. So rather than sending them to landfill purgatory, let’s put them to good use!

Here are 30 clever, crafty, and completely practical ways to reuse pill bottles—from home hacks to travel tips and even a few creative craft ideas your grandkids will love.

Home Organization Hacks

  1. Spare change stash
     Pop it in your car’s cup holder, and you’ll never be caught short for a parking meter again.
  2. Emergency sewing kit
     A couple of needles, thread, tiny scissors, and a spare button fit perfectly.
  3. Tiny hardware holder
     Nails, screws, washers—no more rummaging through random tins in the garage.
  4. Safety pin storage
     Stop chasing scattered pins in the bottom of your junk drawer.
  5. Toothpick travel case
     Because no one wants loose toothpicks rolling around in their handbag.
  6. Matches + striking strip
     Glue a match striker to the lid and toss it in your camping kit.
  7. Mini first-aid kit
     Band-aids, alcohol wipes, and a few painkillers—all in one waterproof spot.
  8. USB or SD card holder
     Label the lid and keep your data safe and dry.

Craft & DIY Ideas

  1. Bead storage
     Perfect for sorting small amounts by color or type.
  2. Glitter containment
     Finally, a way to store glitter without it taking over your whole craft drawer.
  3. DIY travel paint pots
     A little dab of acrylic in each bottle = no mess on the go.
  4. Mini crayon case
     Snap a few crayons in half and toss them in for road trip fun.
  5. Yarn needle case
     Stop losing your large eye needles in the couch cushions!
  6. Button collector
     Keep vintage buttons or those extras from clothing tags neatly sorted.
  7. DIY air freshener
     Punch holes in the lid, fill with baking soda and essential oils, and tuck into smelly corners.

Gardening & Outdoors

  1. Seed storage
     Keep heirloom seeds labeled and moisture-free between seasons.
  2. DIY watering scoop
     Cut the bottom off and use it to water seedlings gently.
  3. Slug bait traps
     Fill with beer, bury level with soil. Say goodbye to slug-munched lettuce.
  4. Travel spice holder
     Take your garden herbs camping with labeled, sealed bottles.

Travel & Purse Essentials

  1. Earbud holder
     No more tangled cords in the bottom of your handbag.
  2. Travel pill sorter
     Instead of dragging the whole cabinet, portion out what you need.
  3. Hair ties and bobby pins
     A small bottle keeps these sneaky little things together.
  4. Lotion or sunscreen decanter
     Much cheaper (and smaller) than travel bottles from the store.
  5. Jewelry protection
     Pop your rings or earrings in a cotton-padded bottle while swimming or traveling.
  6. Breath mint container
     No more rattling Tic Tac boxes—just sleek and quiet.

Kids, Pets, & Emergency Prep

  1. Pet treats
     Handy for walks or training sessions. Clip to your keychain or leash.
  2. DIY “I’m bored” game pieces
     Write fun challenges on slips of paper and store them for school holidays.
  3. Mini flashlight storage
     Tuck in a tiny torch and a few batteries—great for glove compartments or emergency kits.
  4. Tooth fairy bank
     My kids used to leave the tooth and the bottle under the pillow. Easier for the fairy to find!
  5. Message in a bottle
     Classic beach day fun. Bonus points for sealing it with wax.

A Quick Safety Note

If you’re using old prescription bottles, make sure to remove or cover the label completely—personal info should stay your business. And give each bottle a good wash before repurposing.

There’s something deeply satisfying about finding new life for old things. It’s frugal, clever, and let’s be honest—there’s a certain joy in telling someone, “Oh this? It’s just a pill bottle I upcycled.”

Have you found a genius way to reuse pill bottles? Share it in the comments or tag us @CraftGossip on Pinterest or Facebook—we’d love to see your ideas!