DIY Apothecary Jars

EngineerMommy
by EngineerMommy
$20
1 Hour
Easy
To organize my everyday bathroom essentials, including my Differin® Gel, I decided to make a set of DIY Apothecary Jars. This quick, easy project is a great way to repurpose old glass jars that might have otherwise ended up in the trash. By cleaning out the jars, painting the lids, and attaching some crystal knobs, you can create an elegant set of bathroom organizers that are both practical and attractive. Ready to see a sneak peek of my jars?
Let’s get right to the tutorial now, shall we? Here’s what you’ll need for this project:
  • old glass jars
  • coconut oil (to remove stubborn adhesive)
  • gold spray paint
  • crystal knobs
  • hot glue or high-strength adhesive
  • labels (optional)
I found this jar of tomato sauce that had expired in the fridge. Rather than throw it out, I decided to up-cycle it for this project.
I actually repeated this procedure for two more glass jars: an old jar of artichokes and an old jar of olives. I like the look of different-sized jars, but if you prefer, you can create a set of three identical jars for this project.
*Tip: When spray painting, always use multiple thinner coats (rather than one thicker coat) to ensure even coverage and minimal drips.
Labels always make my heart sing, so I decided to whip up some simple labels for these jars. I used my handy dandy label maker to create the following labels: Cotton Balls, Cotton Swabs and Differin® Gel. I like to keep my bathroom counter top mostly clutter-free, but these jars are so attractive, and I know I will be using their contents every day.
*Tip: If you don’t have a label maker, you can simply write the contents of each jar on a strip of washi tape.
I really love the way this project came out. For more pictures & tips, visit the blog post below.
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