7 Fall Inspired Mason Jar Crafts

Mason jars are not just for bottling and canning anymore. By simply adding some paint or little embellishments, you can have a beautiful vase, centerpiece, candy jar or about anything else you could imagine. These 7 mason jar ideas are brought to us by bloggers around the web with their creative ideas to add a little fall touch to our décor and crafting. Of course any recycled glass jar will work for these crafts too.

I don’t know about you, but I have a box in my cupboard just for storing reusable jars. We have started using them for smoothies on the go too. My children are great at losing lunch boxes so we have started re-using the jars for things that may get lost. I realize that is not recycling them, but it is giving them one more chance at life before being thrown, lost, or misplaced. Jars are so versatile and pasta sauce jars are always airtight, making them perfect for liquids. Once they lose their lid, off to the craft room cupboard they go.

1- Fall Hanging Mason Jars from Live Laugh Rowe

2- Blue Patina Mason Jars from Suburble

3- Corn Husk Wrapped Mason Jar from Garden Therapy

4- Rustic Fall Centerpiece from Love of Family and Home

5- Candy Corn Treat Jar from One Artsy Mamma

6- Mason Jar Candle Reduex from Hometalk

7- Fall Mason Jar Vases from Anything & Everything

Do you know the history of the Mason jar? Threaded screw-top jars “such as these are meant to be air and water-tight” were patented in 1858 by a 26-year-old Mason. The original mason jars were made of clear aqua glass and are frequently referred to as “Crowleytown Jars” by collectors since so many people think the New Jersey town of Crowleytown is where they were first produced.

Hubcap Creatures is the creative project of British sculptor Ptolemy Elrington, who has transformed discarded hubcaps into captivating sculptures of wildlife. Operating from Brighton, Elrington has been crafting these unique pieces since the late 1990s, turning everyday automotive debris into stunning representations of animals from the natural world.

The artistic process behind Elrington’s sculptures is centered around recycling and upcycling. The hubcaps he uses are typically found on the side of the road and often show signs of wear, including scratches and dents. Elrington believes that these imperfections add character and depth to his creatures, making each piece truly one of a kind.

His work spans a wide range of animals, including foxes, fish, and birds, with each sculpture thoughtfully crafted to showcase the unique features of the materials. The brand logos, grooves, and markings found on the hubcaps often contribute to the creature’s expression and structure, giving them a distinct, textured look.

Elrington’s Hubcap Creatures have been showcased in various exhibitions, both in the UK and internationally. His innovative approach has gained recognition for its creativity and environmental awareness, demonstrating how discarded materials can be transformed into meaningful art.

For art enthusiasts or collectors, Elrington offers a mix of available sculptures and custom commissions, allowing individuals to bring home a piece of this upcycled art. Hubcap Creatures stands as a brilliant example of how creativity can breathe new life into the most unlikely of materials, all while promoting sustainability.

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