Upcycle Your Favorite Cookie Jar Into A One-Of-A-Kind Floral Centerpiece

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Have you ever purchased a cookie jar because it had a cute style or quirky shape, only to find that it lives hidden away in your cupboard more often than out on your counter? Well, if you don't bake much but still want a reason to display that adorable cookie jar in your kitchen, dining room, or hallway, don't worry! There is a clever way you can repurpose your container to bring it out of retirement and add a pop of color to any room at the same time.

Though not what they were originally intended for, cookie jars can actually make excellent flower vases for multiple reasons. First, many come in large sizes which are great for holding bigger bouquets, especially if you like to use flowers that have thick or woody stems. In addition, a cookie jar repurposed as a floral centerpiece doesn't need a lid. So, if your favorite jar's lid is broken or lost, reusing it to hold flowers is a great reason to keep it around. Finally, cookie jars come in an incredible range of themes, shapes, colors, and styles, so they can help infuse your personality and design taste into your floral arrangements, quite literally from the bottom up. And, if you are someone who gets bored with their surroundings, you can even pick up some extra cookie jars that suit different seasons or holidays. This will allow you to change out the base of your floral arrangements to match current seasons and trends. So, what do you need to do to turn your favorite cookie jar into a DIY a floral arrangement that looks high end and personalized?

Whether you already own one or you plan to repurpose a thrifted cookie jar, your step for this DIY should be cleaning. This is because bacteria and floating debris can actually get stuck in flower stems, making it difficult for them to soak up the water they need. So, make sure to rinse away any cookie crumbs, using a dash of dish soap if any greasy spots remain. This is also a good time to check to see if your jar has any existing cracks that could leak and prevent it from being able to hold the water your fresh flowers will need.

Once your cookie jar is clean and you have ensured it is leak-free, you can begin arranging your flowers. When choosing which blooms to use, you may want to consider the style of the cookie jar and reflect that in the flowers themselves. For example, if you have a vintage, cottage-style jar, you could try roses or daisies to emphasize the romantic, whimsical feel of the container. To make your chosen flowers look fuller and more impressive, why not utilize a flower frog like this TKYPZY round flower frog for arrangement? This is a flat device that can be placed in the bottom of the jar to stabilize flower stems, enabling them to be spread out without falling over. Or, for an even more affordable option, you can also place simple clear tape in a grid over the opening of the jar, creating separate slots for each flower and helping the arrangement look luxurious and full.