Cover Glass Jars With Cinnamon Sticks To Make Cute And Fragrant DIY Decor

Sometimes life calls for a homemade decoration to make your house feel homier. If you love a good DIY, there are countless options to consider. For a simple and quickly achievable one, however, you can transform cinnamon sticks and a glass jar into a cute and fragrant DIY decor.

This DIY utilizes a shockingly small number of items to craft a cute vase. You'll just need to gather a glass jar of any size and enough cinnamon sticks to cover the circumference of the jar when lined up vertically. You will also need a hot glue gun. Begin by applying a line of hot glue to the seam of the cinnamon stick, then pressing it firmly onto the side of the glass jar. If you find that your cinnamon sticks are too long, you can use pruning shears to take a bit of length off. Continue this process, placing one stick next to the other until the entire surface of the jar is covered.

Not only is this DIY super easy, but it also smells great and gives off cozy vibes. It perfectly blends in with fall or winter decor, but works for any time of year that you want to elevate the sense of aromatic comfort. For a similar project with a different aesthetic, try covering a glass jar with clothespins to make a cute rustic vase.

You can easily replicate this project with any sized jar. A small jelly jar, for example, can be washed out and you can use common household ingredients to remove any labels and residue. Then create multiple to decorate shelves or desks. If you choose to use a large jar, your cinnamon stick project can also serve as a one-of-a-kind centerpiece on your dining room table at Thanksgiving or during cooler months, where it will deliver a charming and cozy feel. Whatever jar you choose, select one that is smooth all the way around, rather than jars that feature ripples or bulges on their body, as these will make aligning the cinnamon sticks trickier.

Regarding sourcing your cinnamon sticks for this project, it's worth knowing that while the rich-smelling sticks are commonly found in grocery stores, you may not find the best value there. Instead, you might be able to score them for a cheaper price in a crafting store — and since they don't have to be food grade for this project, you may as well take advantage of the savings. 

Finally, while this jar can serve as a floral vase, it also works well as a candle holder — just beware of fire hazards as cinnamon sticks are difficult to get burning but technically are flammable. To be extra safe, use battery-powered tea light candles if supervising isn't feasible. And if you have any leftover, try a few of these creative ways to incorporate cinnamon sticks into your home decor for more matching fragrant pieces.