Mason jars are incredibly versatile, and I use them for almost everything! In my fridge, you’ll find homemade kombucha, and on my counter, sprouting seeds in these handy jars. They’re durable, non-toxic, and perfect for all sorts of kitchen uses.
If you’re looking to explore new ways to use mason jars, here are 25 creative ideas to get you started:
1. Transform your mason jar into a reusable soap dispenser for your bathroom or kitchen.
2. Tired of flimsy matchboxes? Turn a mason jar into a matchstick holder with a striker lid, perfect for barbecues or camping trips.
3. Grow your own herbs easily with a mason jar herb garden. Mount them on a wall or place them on a sunny counter for easy access when cooking.
4. Keep your yarn, ribbon, or string tangle-free by using a lid with a hole, making it great for crafting with kids.
5. Easily pour spices like sea salt, minced garlic, or homemade seasoning blends by adding a spout to your mason jar.
6. Create a vintage vibe at home with mason jar lights. With a light kit, they can turn into table lamps or hanging lights.
7. Painted mason jars make wonderful gifts for teachers and are excellent for organizing stationery in a home office.
8. If you want more anchored storage, try a mason jar storage shelf, perfect for sewing or craft supplies or as a spice rack in your kitchen.
9. Kids love sparkly things, so consider making DIY snow globes that can be customized for any season.
10. Did you know your blender blades might fit a pint-size mason jar? Use it for a quick, single-serving smoothie.
11. Attract more birds (and maybe some squirrels) to your garden with a mason jar bird feeder, using healthy bird feed.
12. If you enjoy sewing, a mason jar with a pincushion lid is perfect for storing small sewing supplies.
13. Add a rustic touch to your bathroom with a mason jar toothbrush holder, separating brushes with chicken wire.
14. For outdoor gatherings, mason jar tiki torches provide lighting. Opt for eco-friendly, palm-derived oil for safety.
15. Use matte paint and a stencil to craft matching salt and pepper shakers with small 4 oz jelly jars.
16. Mason jars make adorable chandeliers. Blue tinted jars add color without the need for glass stain.
17. This craft involves frosted glass spray paint for a repurposed wood caddy, ideal for holding silverware or straws.
18. Store meals like salads and overnight oats in mason jars. They’re perfect for the fridge and great for snacks on the go.
19. Step up your storage game with Mason Jar to Go lids that link two jars, ideal for foods like yogurt and salads.
20. Ditch store-bought pudding cups by making your own in short 4 oz mason jars, and store them in the fridge for easy access.
21. We use mason jars as glasses with the option to add lids and steel straws for an elevated drinking experience.
22. Fill mason jars with plants for a stunning yet practical decoration. They can become scented oil lamps with essential oils.
23. Pour homemade beeswax candles into mason jars for a warm, honey-scented home that purifies the air.
24. Instead of a crockpot, I culture yogurt in mason jars in my oven. They stack perfectly in the fridge and are travel-friendly.
25. Make lavender mint bath salts, package them in mason jars, and give them as gifts. Adding a ribbon or gift tag personalizes them nicely.
How do you use mason jars in your home? Feel free to share your thoughts!
