Make cute-yet-creepy Halloween terrariums using recycled jars and Halloween decorations from the dollar store. This would be cute for your Halloween decor, a Halloween party (you could surround the terrariums with appetizers instead of moss), or as a fun kid activity. Find instructions over at Today’s Creative Blog: [Mason Jar Spooky Terrariums]

Project Estimate:

• Recycled jars, on hand
• Halloween decorations, $1 each
• Spanish moss, $1

Total cost: $2 and up

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Fall leaves are my favorite decoration! I love fall, so I came up with two inexpensive craft ideas using fall leaves (or faux fall leaves) for the Live.Craft.Love blog — you can use some dollar store materials to make these cute crafts: a paper plate fall leaf wreath, and a mason jar lamp.

You can find sparkly leaf shapes, paper plates, mason jar lamp adapter kit, and the rest of the supplies needed either at your local dollar store or in your local craft store.

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With back-to-school looming in the not-so-far-off future, it’s time to start thinking once again about teacher gifts!  These cute, glittery mason jars from Crystal at A Pumpkin & A Princess are a fun, practical project that will look fabulous displayed on your favorite teacher’s desk.  We’re especially fond of the pencil-themed jar, cleverly designed with the addition of a few stickers to give it the No. 2 detail.  [how to make back-to-school glitter mason jars]

Project estimate:

• Mason jar, on hand or $1
• Glue, on hand or $1 and up
• Glitter, on hand or $1 and up
• Paint, on hand or $1 and up

Total: Free and up!

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Project estimate

• Handled mason jar mugs, on hand or $1 and up
• Heart shaped window clings, $1
• Dishwasher Safe Mod Podge, $7 and up
• Glitter, on hand or $1 and up
• Paint brushes, on hand

Total: $8 and up!

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My kids are wild about Legos, like many kids (and adults!)  When I spied this large mason jar at the thrift store, I thought it would make for a fun lamp.  My son commented that it looked like a Lego head, and this idea was born. While I used a large jar, you could easily recreate this on a smaller scale with a mason jar from Dollar Tree or one you have in your craft stash.

Project estimate:

• Mason jar, on hand
• Paint, on hand
• Clear labels, on hand
• Push light, $1

Total: $1

Step one:  Paint the inside of the jar and the lid yellow.

Step two:  Print the faces onto clear labels.  I used these labels from OnlineLabels.com and formatted my printable to fit that size.  Adhere the label face to the jar.  I put a different face on two sides, just for variety!

Step three:  I used a push light from Dollar Tree that has an adhesive sticker already on it.  Just peel off the backing and stick the push light under the lid of the jar.

I don’t screw the lid on fully, just to make the push light easier to access.  Now you have a fun night light that makes cute room decor during the daytime!  This jar could also double as storage if you don’t need a light.  Another idea is to use a milk jug instead of a mason jar and turn it into a Valentine holder, similar to this Dollar Store Crafts project I shared recently.  Have fun building and crafting!

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Show your favorite teacher a little appreciation this back-to-school season with this apple mason jar by Ashley at the DecoArt Blog!  Just a bit of paint and some simple embellishments give it a whole new look.  This idea would work with all kinds of other jars as well, so dig into that recycling bin for inspiration!  They are perfect for use as pencil holders, or to fill up with other goodies and use as a gift-giving vessel.  [how to make an apple mason jar]

Project estimate:

• Jar, on hand
• Paint, on hand or $1 and up
• Twine, on hand or $1
• Paper, on hand

Total:  Free and up

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Moms often receive flowers for mother’s day, but who’s to say dad wouldn’t enjoy a plant for father’s day?  My husband enjoys cooking and using fresh herbs, so I thought it would be fun to make him a father’s day gift that could live on the counter, look good, and still be useful.  I went with mint because of the lovely smell and the fact that it can do well in a container, so I themed the free printable tag to match the plant.

Project estimate:

• Mason Jar, on hand or $1
• Twine, on hand or $1
• Rocks, on hand or $1
• Mint Plant, $2.50
• Printable, free

Total:  $2.50 and up

Step one:  Fill the bottom third of the jar with rocks.  I used a bag of river rock purchased at Dollar Tree.

Step two:  Add potting soil, if needed, and then the mint plant.

Step three:  Wrap the lip of the jar with twine.  I found three rolls for $1 at DT.

Step four:  Print out the free printable (reduce or enlarge it to the desired size), trim the tag, and use twine to tie it to the jar.  (Download the full-size image here.)

Now dad has a lovely mint plant he can keep close by when he makes his mojitos!  This would also make a great teacher present or housewarming gift for a new neighbor.  You could easily replace the mint plant with any other herb or plant that does well in a container.  Going green with your gift giving is always appreciated.

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The first time I ever heard the term “flower frog” I had no idea what it meant.  As it turns out, a flower frog is a secret trick of the floral arranging trade!  It’s a little disc with holes in it that assists you by holding the flowers in place, allowing you to easily make fuller, prettier bouquets.  There are companies that make flower frogs you can buy to fit onto the tops of mason jars, but DIY Maven figured out a simple way to make her own using recycled materials instead.  Why pay money for something that you can make yourself for free?  [how to make a DIY mason jar flower frog]

Project estimate:

• Mason jar, on hand or $1
• Plastic lid, on hand
• Hole punch, on hand

Total:  Free and up

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Even if you’re nowhere near the beach, you can bring a beachy feel into your home with projects like these mason jar luminaries by Amanda at Crafts by Amanda.  They would look as fabulous on a table on the veranda of a lakefront cottage as they would on the coffee table of a city apartment!  I love how she added sand and shells to the jars – this is a great way to use small treasures you may have from a beach vacation, turning memories into functional decor pieces.  [how to make beachy mason jar luminaries]

Project estimate:

• Mason jars, on hand or $1 and up
• Painter’s tape, on hand or about $3 and up
• Paint, on hand
• Burlap, on hand or $1
• Twine, on hand or $1 and up
• Sand, on hand
• Small shells, on hand or $1 and up
• Tea light candles, on hand or $1

Total:  Free and up!

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This is one of those projects that will wow all of your holiday barbecue guests, and it’s so cheap and easy that you’ll have them whipped up in a flash!  Over at The Graphics Fairy DIY, Andrea shares how she used images from the Graphics Fairy database and a little Mod Podge to turn ordinary mason jars into festive, spill-proof beverage containers.  You can also adapt this idea with images to fit any holiday or party theme – the possibilities are endless!  [how to make patriotic mason jar lids]

Project estimate:

• Mason jars, on hand or about $8/dozen
• Printable graphics, free
• Mod Podge, on hand
• Straws, on hand or $1 and up

Total:  Free and up

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