These cute mason jar craft ideas are sure to please. Browse these 24 mason jar crafts for fall and you'll be all set with decor and gifts. Even the kids can get crafty.
We see them everywhere. In stores. On pinterest. In our pantry containing dried goods and refrigerator holding our salad lunch. Mason jars. So versatile and classic.
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No doubt you have a few in your kitchen as you're reading this. In fact, you may be sipping on something refreshing from one of these jars.
Why are Mason Jars called Mason Jars?
Mason jars were invented by a Philadelphia tinsmith John Landis Mason and patented in 1858. Mason's design had a very important feature that created a vacuum seal that was integral for safe canning.
His glass jars were designed with the threaded screw-top, matching lid, and a rubber ring for an airtight lid which was very different from what people were used to in those days.
The easy and reusable jars made home canning and preserving popular among American settlers and homesteaders. (source)
The different shapes and sizes of mason jars made it a great tool to preserve summer's bounty for survival when nothing would grow in the winter.
Despite the great success of these jars, Mr.Mason, however, never attained wealth from his invention.
Sadly, he sold his patent before the design took off and the Ball brothers were the first to capitalize on Mr. Mason's brilliant invention in 1884.
Often, people use the terms mason jar and ball jar interchangeable but they actually have two very distinct beginnings.
Today, mason jars are being repurposed into everything from salad containers to vases and home decor, occasionally they're still used to preserve food (ha!).
Because of the jar's current popularity, they can be found in most stores and are readily available online.
I have a vast collection of this kitchen essential ranging from small jelly jars to pint, to quart and the half-gallon sized to house bone broth.
They also have vintage and elite collection in the blue and green. So many choices for all of your needs and wants.
Mason Jar Crafts & Decor Basics
Find out how this humble kitchen staple can be turned into a beautiful piece of art, thoughtful gift, or a rustic home decor item, starting with the basics.
- How to Paint and Distress Mason Jars by It All Started With Paint
- How to Tint Mason Jars by DIY Joy
- How to Make Glitter Mason Jars by Party Boutique
- How to Hang Mason Jars by Lights for All Occasions
Fall Mason Jar Decor
I love the rustic, shabby chic, country look that mason jars can provide for the decor in your home. I think the fall is the perfect time to get your creative juices flowing with these fall mason jars decor projects.
5. Gratitude Tree by Yesterday on Tuesday
6. Fall Rustic Mason Jars by Sincerely Jean
7. Thanksgiving Mason Jar Craft by The Country Chic Cottage
8. DIY Mason Jar Centerpiece for Fall by Midwestern Moms
Halloween Mason Jar Decorations
This annual celebration is upon us and these cute Halloween Mason Jar Crafts can be the talk of your Halloween festivities, whether in the classroom or your home.
9. Halloween Mason Jars by View From the Fridge
10. Mason Jar Jack O Lanterns by blue i style
11. Mummy Mason Jar Luminaries by A Little Claireification
12. Spider Web Mason Jars by MomDot
Mason Jar Crafts for Kids
Glitter and kids go together, right? Get those little hands busy by making these together. Create memories and keepsakes, and not the tacky kind. I promise, no glitter is involved with these fun mason jar crafts for kids!
13. DIY Tissue Paper Pumpkin Jars by Living Well Mom
14. Mason Jar Fall Luminary by Create Craft Love
15. Polka Dot and Striped Halloween Mason Jars by Cupcakes and Crinoline
16. Fall Tree Luminaries by Where Imagination Grows
Mason Jar Gift Ideas
Gifting hand-crafted items is thoughtful and economical. I personally prefer receiving homemade items over store bought any day. Especially when they are as pretty as these mason jar gift ideas!
17. Cake Batter Snickerdoodles in Labeled Mason Jar by Lil Luna (use your favorite cookie recipe)
18. DIY Pumpkin Mason Jars by The 36th Avenue
19. Ginger Citrus Simmering Spices by Tattered Sisters
20. DIY Planter Gifts by Live Randomly Simple
Mason Jar Lid Crafts
Don't leave the jar rings and seals behind! They can also be reused to make these mason jar lid crafts.
21. Canning Jar Ring Pumpkin by Yellow Bliss Road
22. Mason Jar Lid Pumpkins with Cinnamon by The Country Cook
23. Easy DIY Pumpkin Decor Lids & Seals by Surviving the Stores
24. Vintage Farmhouse Pumpkin by Pen & Paper Flowers
Which fall craft will you start with?