Ways to Decorate the Outside of Jars

Instead of throwing away glass jars, consider turning them into handsome and functional items you can use around your house. Adding decorative elements to the outside surfaces of your jars is not only fun, it's an effective way to help with the ecological system while giving yourself a creative rss.
Painting
Acrylic paint works well on the outside of glass jars and is an excellent way to express your creative side if you have a desire to paint. Paint scenes around the circumference of a jar or simply cover it with abstract designs. The images you can paint on a glass jar are limited only by your imagination. Painted glass jars are ideal for holding pens, pencils, candles and potpourri.
Beads and Feathers
Use beads, feathers and fake jewels on the outside of Mason jars, condiment jars or baby food jars. Glue these decorative elements to any jar to add sparkle and shine. Use the jars to hold assorted small items or display them for decorative purposes only.
Fake Snow
Purchase canned snow and spray your jars liberally with it, then add bows, glitter and gift tags to create seasonal jars you can fill with candy, nuts or cookies to give as gifts during the winter rss.
Stencils
Stencils are available in an endless variety. Choose your favorite stencils and tape them to large jars, then use spray paint to transfer the stencil designs onto your jars. You can use stencils purchased from the store or design your own personal stencils to give your jars originality.