Mason Jar Candles

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Mason jars have been a popular item for crafting for a long time, and with good reason. They’re versatile, durable, and have a timeless charm that fits into any decor style. One of the best ways to use mason jars in your crafting is to turn them into candles. Whether you’re using them as a centerpiece for a wedding or event or simply creating a cozy atmosphere in your home, mason jar candles are a great way to add a warm and welcoming glow.

If you’re new to candle making, don’t worry – it’s easier than you might think. All you need is some wax, wicks, fragrance oils, and of course, mason jars. You can find all of these supplies at your local craft store or online. Once you’ve gathered your supplies, it’s time to get started.

One of the first things you’ll need to do is prepare your mason jars. If you’re using upcycled jars, you’ll need to remove any labels and clean them thoroughly. Removing labels from glass jars can be a challenge, but there are a few tricks that can make it easier. One method is to soak the jars in warm, soapy water for at least 30 minutes. After soaking, try peeling off the labels. If they don’t come off easily, you can use a scraper or putty knife to gently remove the remaining adhesive. Another method is to use a mixture of baking soda and oil. Apply the mixture to the label and let it sit for at least 10 minutes before scrubbing it off with a sponge.

Once your jars are label-free, it’s time to clean them. Make sure to wash them thoroughly with hot, soapy water and dry them completely. Any residue or moisture left on the jars can affect the performance of the wax and wicks.

. The Mason jars have been painted for a pastel effect making them suit any decor. Full tutorial here.

In our continuing exploration of lesser known holidays, let’s take a look at Terry Fox Day, which is probably one you know if you’re Canadian.

Terry Fox was a Canadian athlete who had a leg amputated at age 18 because of cancer and then did a cross-country run to raise awareness and funding for cancer research. He was born July 28, 1958, and the first Monday in August is celebrated as Terry Fox Day in Manitoba.

Fox is considered a kind of folk hero in Canada despite the difficulties of traveling across Canada on foot (no one on his team spoke French, for example, the weather was often bad and cars would force him off the road) and the low number of donations at the beginning of his run. He ultimately had to end his run after 143 days and 3,339 miles, or 5,373 km, because his cancer had returned and spread to his lungs, but he raised $1.7 million, and a telethon a week after he ended his run raised $10.5 million.

Check out some Terry Fox quotes collected by My Little Desire. You can learn more in this video from CBC Kids, and listen to the Terry Fox song illustrated by a first grade class.

Twinkl has a bunch of Terry Fox related activities in both English and French, including an activity pack with a maze and word search, a coring challenge, a fact sheet and coloring page.

Most of the resources I could find were at Teachers Pay Teachers, but you can learn more about the activity pack for grades 1-3 that Mrs. Bremer’s Class has made, which tells his story and has kids write things they learned and discuss why they think he is a hero.

Creative Classroom Core has a few paid resources include writing activities, reading comprehension and a Terry Fox fact book.

That Fun Reading Teacher has a K-2 singalong with a differentiated reader and activity to teach kids about him.

You can also celebrate Terry Fox Day by talking about what makes a person a hero and who the kids in your home or classroom think of as heroes. And if you’re Canadian, there are Terry Fox runs in more than 650 communities in September, so you can make plans to participate or cheer on the runners to remember his legacy.

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