Mason Candy Jars

I love the look of old vintage candy jars. Here is an easy way to make some for yourself.  I've used them for birthday gifts, thank you's or to just tell someone they are special and that I was thinking of them. They are very quick and cheap to make.

Supplies:

clear candle holder (The Dollar Store)
spray paint (flat is best)
mason jars
wooden balls (Hobby Lobby)
Gorilla Glue
E6000 glue

1. Spray paint the candle holders, mason jar lid and wooden ball. I needed three layers on the candle holders in order to cover all the glass. 
2. After completely dry, I glued the mason jar to the candle holder with E6000 glue and the wooden ball to the top of the lid with Gorilla Glue. 
3. Let dry and filled with favorite candy. I add a hand printed card with ribbon and tie it to the top of the mason jar. 

I keep one in my office all the time filled with lemon drops. Yummy!  

Another lemon dropped in the bucket. 

Valentine's Day Mantle

I usually don't decorate too much for Valentine's Day but I thought my mantle needed some color. And having all boys,when am I ever going to get a chance to decorate with pink. I looked all over Pinterest and found all kinds of fun and simple projects to do. I started with the banner.

I cut the hearts on my Cricut. If you craft a lot and don't have a Cricut I suggest you go get one. It is a life saver and thanks to my mimi, I received one a few years back for Christmas. Thanks Mimi!

They needed a little something after I cut them so I added glitter to the edges, punched 2 small holes and threaded the ribbon through.

I wanted to say something different than Happy Valentine's Day, Be Mine or I love you. So, what better verse is there than John 3:16 to show God's ultimate LOVE for humanity.

Supplies:

craft letters
acrylic paint
paint brush (I like foam brushes)
glitter

Super simple just paint 2 layers, sprinkle with glitter. Voila!

The vase and flowers, on the left of the mantle, are both from the Dollar Store. The vase was originally clear so I spray painted it white. While I was at the Dollar Store I also picked up some clear candle holders (tons of things you can do with them), another clear vase, Valentine picks and some Sweetheart candy. I love the Dollar Store!

I hope you all have a wonderful Valentine's Day and don't forget to tell your loved ones how special they are to you!!

Another lemon dropped in the bucket.