Usually, the most magical time of the year is accompanied by a feeling of stress related to choosing the perfect Christmas decor and gifts. So, it is not necessary to break the bank to invite the festive spirit into your home, nor to warm the hearts of your loved ones! Sometimes a good dose of inspiration and a few fun minutes are enough to DIY fantastic objects with your own hands. Do you like DIY adventures? If so, don’t wait any longer to examine our several Christmas decoration ideas with glass jars. Enough to enchant your cocooning home on a low budget but still with a big impact!
Heading for the coolest Christmas decoration ideas with glass jars
Christmas decoration with glass jar
Without wasting a minute, we share with you our favorites on the topic of the day.
Master the art of creating magnificent decorative objects even on a small budget
Minimalist snow globe
We have already given you different ideas on how to make a captivating snow globe. However, today, we offer you a much more simplistic and quick alternative, to be completed in just a few seconds.
Make your own snowballs in no time
Material :
- glass jar
- fake snow (rice, salt, sugar, flour)
- decorative figurine on the theme of Christmas
- pieces of fir branch
Instructions :
- Start by making a thick layer of “snow” at the bottom of a lidded jar. For these purposes, you can use fake snow, as well as sugar, rice, salt and basically whatever you have on hand.
- Then, place a figurine of a deer, bear or any other animal that you associate with winter on top.
- Put the final touch by adding a small fir branch and that’s it!
You can vary the materials used depending on what you have available
DIY glass candle holder
Candles are certainly a fantastic ally to cocoon the atmosphere, whatever the season and the occasion. This is why we think you will quickly fall for this creative and ultra-simplistic idea which transforms a jar into a magical glass candle holder.
No need to invest in themed candle holders, you can make many at a lower price
Materials :
- glass jar
- matt white paint (e.g. acrylic paint)
- white nail polish or white glue
- paint brushes
- decorative ornaments: glitter or non-flammable fake snow spray
Instructions :
- Wash the jars well, then let them dry completely.
- Step number 2 is to paint the exterior of the containers with matte white paint. Let the paint dry completely.
- To create the snow effect, apply white nail polish or white glue here and there on the matte white paint. Spraying a little flammable fake snow spray will also do the trick.
Incredibly good design, right?
Gourmet decorative element
The tradition of leaving cookies and milk for Santa goes back many years and all over the world. We take inspiration from it to create a super nice decorative accent that is totally in the Christmas mood. What we suggest is that you bring a few glass jars, ribbons in thematic colors and patterns (green, white, red) and some sweet treats (biscuits, candies, pieces of chocolate), why not even made at home? House ?!
Little treat surprises for Santa and the whole family which also serve as magnificent decorative elements
2 in 1 jar
Since we love practical ideas but with effect, we can’t wait to present the following solution to you. It’s all about creating a festive jar, filled with your New Year’s resolutions. Tie a glamorous ribbon on the lid of the container, write your most sincere wishes and close the jar. All you have to do is wait for the magic to manifest itself while admiring this little gem at a low price.
Make an express tealight holder
Lack of time is no longer an excuse for not succumbing to the charm of creative Christmas projects! And this last tutorial of the day proves it. In fact, you can make an impressive tealight holder in the snap of your fingers. All you need is a glass jar and a simple battery-powered LED string. Insert the light chain into the jar and you’re done, you’re a smart DIYer!
Minimalist model for those who prefer simpler and more elegant decor
Don’t hesitate to include the children in this fun project, they will love the experience!
