I’m in love with these DIY patriotic mason jars I just made. It’s our turn to host the holiday barbecue this year. I’m excited! Those of you who know me know I LOVE A PARTY! I love hosting, preparing, creating…basically everything to do with a gathering.
I realized I weeded out a little too well when we downsized and I couldn’t find ANY patriotic party decorations. Not a red napkin, blue plate or anything patriotic that I could even begin to fake it with! I had no choice….
I rolled up my sleeves and prettied up my mason jars into festive red white and blue patriotic themed decor.
- Mason Jars
- Craft paint
- Painters tape
- paintbrushes
- Star shape to trace or marker to draw stars
Red and white striped mason jar- Paint the outside of 1 jar all white. When paint is dry, tape rings around the jar. paint the red stripes. Remove the painters tape while your red paint is still wet.
Blue stars mason jar – Paint the outside of the jar all blue. To make the stars, draw, stamp or trace them onto the jar in random spots.
Red white and blue mason jar– Tape off a 1 inch row at the top and bottom of the jar. Paint everything white. When dry, tape the top and bottom edges of the white band and paint the top and bottom of the jar red. Trace or draw stars onto the white center section. Tape off the top and bottom of the center section and paint the blue band in the middle.
I thought they looked better a little distressed. So I gave them a quick rub with coarse sandpaper.
These patriotic mason jars can be used in so many ways. In a row on a table, as a centerpiece, as plastic silverware holders or alone with a bouquet of flowers.
How many different uses can you think of for these patriotic mason jars?
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Linda at Mixed Kreations says
Very pretty! I love decorating mason jars, and bottles, their fun and cute! I had planned to get some made for the holiday, but I seem to be always behind, but maybe I can get some made in time for the fourth of July. I think they always look better distressed. These are going to be so pretty at your party!
Wendi says
Hi Linda, and thank you! Me too on the decorating Mason jars. It’s a fun project that doesn’t take too much time or mess. I love these on an outdoor table with wildflowers. Thanks so much for your visit!
Jeanette says
Wendi, these are so cute. I like the pop of yellow daisies too! Jeanette
Wendi says
Thank you! I love this little patriotic mason jar, especially with simple flowers like these or daisies. Happy 4th of July to you!
Vanessa says
These are so awesome. I would filled them up with sand and put candles in them. How cool would that be.
Wendi says
Vanessa, That’s a great idea! It would be awesome…and I just happen to have a fun beach nearby where there is plenty of extra sand to be had. Thanks for the idea my friend!
Lauren @ The Thinking Closet says
Oh my goodness, I HAD to click over from bloglovin’ when I saw this bright n’ bold beauties in my feed. Plus…I try to NEVER miss one of your posts if I can help it. Another homerun, Wendi! Pinned it!
Wendi says
Lauren… Your sweet comment made my day! I so appreciate the pin too! Thanks so much for your visit & giving me a big smile today **SMILE**.
Marie @ The Interior Frugalista says
Very cute and such a great idea Wendi. I will keep this in mind for a Canadian version for Canada Day.
Wendi says
Oooohh, I’d love to see what you come up with! I love that they have so many different uses too.
Kelly Hedgespeth of Simply Kelly Designs says
These will make the 4th of July more festive! Pinning.
Wendi says
Thanks Kelly. They do add a punch of color don’t they…it’s an added bonus that I can use them in many different ways and combos! Thanks for your visit today 🙂