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Vintage Inspired Painted Mason Jars

I have a fabulous project to share with you today!  These sweet vintage inspired Painted Mason Jars.  I saw some of them being sold on Etsy and had to give them a try.  They are super easy and a fabulous handmade piece that you could easily gift to your mom on Mother’s Day.

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Colorful Painted Mason Jars with FlowersThere aren’t any step by step pictures, as it really is a very simple project.  Wouldn’t it be fun to invite some friends over and make these for gifts or to display a lovely bouquet for guests?

Supplies for Painted Mason Jars:

Mason Jars
Acrylic Paint
Paint Brushes
Nail Files, Sealer
Bouquet of flowers (of course).

Painted Mason Jars Tutorial:

Step One:

Grab your supplies and be sure that your jars are clean and ready for painting.

Step Two:

Paint two coats of paint on the outside of your jar.  Allow appropriate time to dry.

Step Three:

Sand the raised letters and spots around the jar for an aged/vintage look with a nail file.

Super Easy Painted Mason Jars

Step Four:

Seal.  Paint one or two coats of sealer on your jar.

Step Five:

Arrange flowers for display or gifting.

Super Easy Painted Mason Jars

Additional details:  The colors I used for the painted mason jars were Citron, Turquoise and Vanilla by craft smart (purchased at Michael’s).  

I used pint-sized jars (however, any shape and size would work).  The sealer allows you to be able to wipe the jars with a damp wet cloth for cleaning purposes; however, you cannot submerge or soak these in water.

In the picture below I used a vintage action for fun.  I’m madly in love with these jars!  I may even add a few to my shop, for those who don’t want to hassle with the DIY part.  If your mom likes flowers, why not make a fun mason jar vase to pair with them?  I’m willing to bet you’ll make a few for yourself too.

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Soooo, happy crafting!  What are you waiting for?  Let’s get making some painted mason jars!

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  1. Claire @ A Little Claireification says

    Ohhhh Kelly I just adore these! They turned out beautifully! And I still have plenty of jam jars left after my mercury glass post so I am thinking end of year teacher gifts! I love them {and you MUST come link them up!!} So excited for this series!
    xoxo

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    • Angela says

      LOVE! Is it just me or do they look black under your coat of paint? Can’t wait to start on these! I was going to take the lazy route and order from Etsy but then saw it was $47 CDN to ship to me! So, I’ll give it a shot here and hope for the best! Thanks so much for sharing.

    • Kelly Rowe says

      Hi Angela! When you add the water and flowers, I think it creates a darker interior causing it too look like a black coat of paint. I can assure you, no black paint 🙂 Happy creating!! Hugs.

    • Kelly Rowe says

      Thank you, Chelsea! They’re versatility is a very attractive feature 😉 Can’t wait to see your post this week. xo

  3. Natalie@NorthShore Days says

    Kelly these are gorgeous. I do all mine with the paint on the inside. But I think my next batch (yes batch – dont judge me!) will be painted on the outside – although I think my husband is secretly throwing my stash of jars out with the recycling! I may already have too many lol. Pinning these gorgeous jars xx Nat

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    • Kelly Rowe says

      Thanks so much, Kristen! I’m excited about this fabulous series too… can’t wait to see everyone’s projects. Hugs!!

    • Kelly Rowe says

      Thanks, Gina! The rest of the fabulous-ness is happening on everyone else’s blogs, so be sure to check them out. Talk soon. xo

    • Kelly Rowe says

      Hi Lindy! Yikes… the sealer I used just said sealer. I think any sealer will work, but you might read the uses before purchasing. Mine was the craft smart brand from Micheal’s, if that helps. Thanks. xo

    • Kelly Rowe says

      Hi Kerry! Thanks so much for loving on my project. I’m not sure on the spray paint…. If you give it a try, let us know! Hugs.

  18. Shellene says

    Your jars are adorable. Love the vintage vibe! Did you paint black on them first to get the dark look where you sanded?

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    • Kelly Rowe says

      Hi Shellene! There is no dark paint underneath. That is how it will look at the paint doesn’t allow light into the inside, so it appears dark 🙂 Pretty fantastic, right?

    • Kelly Rowe says

      Thanks so much, Krista! I kinda love the pop of color they add around the house 🙂 If you make some, be sure to link up a picture on the Facebook page — I’d love to see them!! xo

  22. Brooke says

    LOVE these- the colors, the flowers, everything about them! I’ve never really wanted to try painting mason jars until I saw these. Thanks so much for sharing. Have a great day!

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    • Kelly Rowe says

      WOW! I’m so flattered that these may just be the inspiration for you to pain mason jars!! How exciting. Have a fantastic end to your week. xo

  23. julie says

    I just found you from the Southern Lovely link party! I LOVE THESE! Thank you so much for sharing this beautiful and easy project. I will be sure to check back daily for your other gift ideas for Mom!

    Thanks!
    Julie

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    • Kelly Rowe says

      So glad you like them, Julie! All of the other gift ideas are being shared on the contributors blogs, so be sure to check them out here. Have a fantastic day! xo

  24. Diana says

    I am SOOO making these! Ive been looking for a great tutorial on how to make mason jars this and and I found it!! Thanks for sharing!

    Diana @decoratemediana

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    • Kelly Rowe says

      YAY! I’m so glad you like them and will be making some!! I’d love to see how yours turn out, so be sure to link up a picture on the LLR Facebook page 🙂 Happy Mason Jar Crafting. xo

    • Kelly Rowe says

      Thanks, Cheryl!! Yes, you definitely need a few — and the hubs is definitely in charge of picking up the flowers 😉 HUGS!!

  26. kristine says

    What’s not to love about this post? What a FANTASTIC idea….and it seems pretty simple. 🙂 The colors, the flowers…everything – just beautiful! Thanks for sharing….and GREAT job!

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  29. Heather says

    Love, love, love this idea! My sister is getting married next summer and is having a rustic/romantic theme. These would be perfect for her centerpieces! Thanks for sharing, and for linking up to Moonlight & Mason Jars Monday.

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  33. Allyson @ All Our Days says

    These turned out perfectly! My mom would love a set for Mother’s Day…I wouldn’t mind one either 🙂

    We’ve love for you to show your posts with our readers at our Finished Friday Link-up.

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    • Kelly Rowe says

      Thanks, Allyson! I’m thinking a weekend paint project might in the works for you and your mom {wink}. Have a fantastic day. xo

    • Kelly Rowe says

      Thanks so much for loving on my project, Carrie! The nail file really did make it so much easier. Have a great weekend! Hugs.

  35. Jennifer says

    Visiting from Monday Funday. I’d like to invite you to my Friday Flash Blog, where you can share your best blog entry of the week! The party goes on ALL weekend at The Jenny Evolution. And who knows, you may just get featured next week.

    Jennifer

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  36. Trish @ Uncommon says

    What a beautiful set of mason jars! Thanks so much for linking up to last week’s Monday Funday link party… we will be featuring you tomorrow!

    Take care,

    Trish

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  37. Bonnie says

    These are so, so adorable!! I’m visiting from Sundae Scoop.. hope you’ll stop by and say hello!

    -Bonnie @ Revolutionaries

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  38. Jenn says

    These look fabulous Kelly! I have always wanted to try these – thanks so much for the tutorial. I’ll be featuring these tomorrow over at Clean and Scentsible and I can’t wait to try them. Hope you have a wonderful Sunday!
    Jenn 🙂

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  40. Sarah @ Alderberry Hill says

    Thanks so much for linking to Make the Scene Monday @ Alderberry Hill Kelly. You are being featured this morning!
    I hope you are having a wonderful weekend, and join me tomorrow evening for Make the Scene Monday #73!

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  41. Shelley says

    Great idea. I bought a few mason jars to use as pencils holders for my sons DIY desk. I’m still working on it, but I can whip these babies up in short order. Think I’ll do so today.

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  46. Holly says

    Your photos are amazing. I have yet to paint my jars but this post makes me want to give them a pop of color. Beautiful!

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  53. Robyn (Mrs D) says

    Ooooh I just love these. They will be perfect on my kitchen window sill. Just one quick (perhaps silly question) but is it ok to have water inside the jars for the flowers or should I use silk flowers??

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  56. Felie says

    I love to collect empty glass jars and reuse them anyway I can.. I just love these and the distressed vintage look they give off! I can’t wait to make my own set!

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  57. Adrienne says

    Omg love these! How do you get the paint so even. What kind of brush did you use. Ive tried using Acrylic paint on jars before and it had big lines. Any suggestions? thanks

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    • Kelly Rowe says

      Hi Adrienne! It doesn’t go on perfectly, but a couple of coats allows for much more even coverage. I used medium sized crafting brushes. Hope that helps. Cheers!

  59. Cindy says

    I’m curious to know how the distressing you did made it look black underneath. Did you apply a coat of black under the citrus yellow?

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    • Kelly Rowe says

      Hi Cindy! There isn’t any paint. With the flowers and water, it just provides shadows that creates that black look 🙂

  61. Jyoti says

    This is a great project. I have a mason jar sitting next to my kitchen window that would be perfect for this. Now I just need to get to crafting it. Thanks for sharing the tutorial!

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  64. Elizabeth says

    These are great!! I thought you must have painted inside black, but it was much simpler than that!! Thank you for a great vintage idea!

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    • Kelly Rowe says

      Thanks so much, Elizabeth! I know the shadows create an illusion of black. These jars are some of my all time favorites. Have a lovely weekend. Hugs!

  65. Kristin says

    I love these! I am making them for the center pieces for my wedding reception and putting big burlap flowers in them. I’ve made one for a trial one and I love it! So excited! Thanks for the easy directions!

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    • Kelly Rowe says

      Hi Kristin! Yay, I’m so excited that you love them and will be using them at your upcoming wedding. Thanks so much for stopping by. Cheers.

  67. Aubrey Gillespie says

    I’m working on these right now and have let the first coat dry for about 45 minutes and when I put the second coat on it’s pulling off the first coat of paint!!! Is there a way to prevent this? My jar was squeaky clean and dry when I started! Am I doing something wrong?

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    • Kelly Rowe says

      Hi Aubrey! The paint is pulling off? Are you using a bristle brush? Try a sponge brush. That is odd. There may be some spots that the paint removes, but that should be minimal. I’m sorry you’re having this problem. Let me know.

    • Aubrey Gillespie says

      I was using a bristle brush, just tried using a sponge and it’s doing the same thing! Maybe I have crappy paint (I was using Apple Barrel brand from Wal-Mart)? Or could it that I’m using Ball jars instead of Kerr? I might try chalk paint and see if that adheres. I really need these in my life!!! 🙂

    • Sheri says

      Aubrey-
      I finished this project a few days ago and I had this same problem.
      I started w/a sponge brush then went to a bristled one. What I found I was doing was wiping too much with the brush and there also wasn’t enough paint on the jar. Dump a good sized puddle onto the jar & spread it out quickly and don’t keep going over the same area w/the brush because that’s when I found the paint would start to pull off in spots.

      I hope you were successful w/your jars! If not, try again. They are worth it! Too cute!
      One thing I’ll try to improve on is I used a spray on clear coat. I noticed when they were dry that I had thin spots that I know weren’t there after the 2coats of paint.
      Looks like the clear coat caused the paint to streak a bit. Not bad though. Just something I’ll watch next time. I may have had the spray can too close to the jars.
      ☺

  69. Anonymous says

    so cute! And they would make perfect gifts! :)They look amazing! You’re so creative!!!!

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