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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There 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.
Step Four:
Seal. Paint one or two coats of sealer on your jar.
Step Five:
Arrange flowers for display or gifting.
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.
Running short on time and unable to do the painting? Check out this tip on the easiest way to tint mason jars blue. Crazy easy!
Soooo, happy crafting! What are you waiting for? Let’s get making some painted mason jars!
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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!
Brittany says
I can’t wait to try this! You made it look super easy.
Heather @ French Press says
totally in love with these
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!
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!
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!
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.
Kiley says
What kind of sealer did you use?
Kelly Rowe says
Hi Kiley! I used Dura Clear Varnish, here’s a link to see what it looks like 🙂 http://amzn.to/1re3X3j
Alice Davey says
Is it all right if I don’t use sealer
Kelly Rowe says
Absolutely! However, keep in mind that the paint will wipe off a bit when wet. The sealer allows it to get wet and it can be wiped with a damp cloth without that happening. Happy creating!
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?
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.
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Gina says
These are so cute. I tied some taffeta around mine. Thanks.
Anonymous says
so cute! And they would make perfect gifts! :)They look amazing! You’re so creative!!!!
Bonnie says
Can you tell me approx. how much acrylic paint per 3 jars?
divya sharma says
Flowers are really beautiful.I love them.
Marianne says
Flower bouquets are my passion!! 🙂 I really like this idea!!
JP says
What type of sealer do you use?
meng says
I love these Kelly!!! So pretty. Pinning 🙂 Hope you’re well, hugs!