The Clever Way To Repurpose Jar Lids To Add Extra Visual Interest To Your Kitchen Fridge

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After scraping out the very last morsel of food from a jar, you might want to just toss it out. The lid, of course, usually goes with it. Yet, there are a variety of unique ways to repurpose jar lids that could have you looking at them differently. The next time you finish a jar of jelly, pickles, or your favorite spicy salsa, hang onto the lid. They can easily be transformed into giant fridge magnets that are both charming and perfect for kitchen storage.

A refrigerator is already a fantastic spot for expressing yourself. Many people like to display photographs, works of art, or a slew of interesting magnets. With this easy DIY, you can combine it all by crafting a decor piece out of lids that'll really catch everyone's eye. The best part is that there are numerous ways to customize it, allowing you to truly encompass the things that you love. Along with the lids, you're also going to need heavy-duty magnets, small hooks, glue, and other simple crafting supplies to decorate them.

Even though you're not going to be using the lids for food, it's still a good idea to wash them up first. Clean them by hand using hot water, scrubbing them if necessary to get rid of any leftover gunk. Thoroughly dry them off, and they'll be ready to go. Since you'll only be using the lids, keep in mind that there are also clever ways to reuse old glass jars around the house.

The first thing you want to do is personalize your lids so they fit your style. If you're someone who adores gorgeous kitchen decor, simply decoupage patterned paper onto the inside of the lids using Mod Podge. Or, show off your loved ones by making mini collages using photos. You can even dedicate one (or many) to your four-legged friends! If you're a huge music fan, paint the lids, then decoupage images of your favorite artists onto them. You can even spell out their names with magazine cutouts or letter beads. Another idea is to glue on tiny pieces of old costume jewelry to add some bling to your fridge.

Once the insides of the lids are decorated, glue a magnet or two to the back of each one. Just make sure they're heavy-duty, such as these Ultra-Strong Ceramic Round Magnets. Then, attach a hook to a few of the lids as well. Here's where it really comes to life. Glue all of the lids together in a cluster, keeping the ones with the hooks at the bottom. It'll now be a single decor piece that's quite useful, too! Stick it to the fridge, and you can hang light kitchen items from the hooks — like hand towels, utensils, or a small plant. It'll be great for storage, while also brightening up the room in a fun way.