No More Boring Glass Jars: A Simple Lace Doily And Pearls Make Them Cuter

There are many clever ways to reuse old glass jars around the house, from pantry storage to art supply organizers and even as creative gift containers. But no one wants boring glass jars cluttering up their home. So before you go upcycling all your mason jars, let's get a little crafty and give those basic jars a cute makeover. With this simple DIY, we're going to use lace doilies and pearls to turn boring old jars into chic glass containers in just a few easy steps. This craft is easy enough for beginners and quick enough for those short on time.

For this DIY, you'll need at least one glass jar, though you can decorate as many as you'd like. It can be a traditional mason jar, an old glass milk bottle, or any other glass container you have lying around. You'll also need a lace doily. Any style will work here. A delicate lace doily will add elegance, while a thicker lace doily can add a touch of country charm. This is a creative way to repurpose your old vintage doilies, too. Alternatively, you can use a regular roll of lace if you don't have any doilies. Finally, you'll need a strand of imitation pearls in any size you like. Be sure to grab your crafting tools as well. You'll want a pair of scissors and a craft adhesive suitable for attaching fabric and embellishments to glass.

To start things off, let's clean those jars. If yours has a label, remove it and wash away any remaining sticky residue. Otherwise, a simple wipe-down or quick clean with soap and water will do the trick. Once the jar is dry, lay out your lace doily and wrap it around the jar to measure how much of it you will need. Use your scissors to cut it to size. The placement of the lace doily is up to you, whether you want it aligned with the bottom of the jar or centered around the middle.

Apply a thin layer of your chosen adhesive to the outside of the jar where you want to attach the doily. Align the doily and smooth it onto the glued section of the jar. Take your string of pearls and measure it around the outside of the jar's neck, cutting it to fit. Add a line of glue around the top of the jar and attach your measured strip of pearls. Allow everything to dry, and your fancy new mason jar is complete!

This is an amazing way to upcycle glass jars, but there are a few ways to make them even more decorative. First, you can paint the glass jar before you begin. Just make sure it's completely dry before adding the decorative touches. Another alternative is to wrap the entire jar in lace instead of using just one strip, then add a strand of battery-operated LED fairy lights inside for a whimsical touch. Of course, you can add any other embellishments you'd like to the jars, such as flowers, jewels, or bows.