This Mason Jar Ice Cream Bar Will Make Any Party a Hit

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Who says that weddings are the only occasions worthy of unique and creative ideas? If you’re looking for a fun and fabulous way to serve ice cream at your next special event, then look no further than this amazing idea of serving individual portions of ice cream in mason jars.

While this idea was originally intended for a wedding reception, it is versatile enough to be used for any special occasion, such as birthday parties, picnics, or even a casual backyard gathering. The concept is simple: instead of using messy cones or tubs and paper bowls, scoop individual servings of ice cream into mason jars and chill them in a large ice bucket. This not only makes for a beautiful presentation but also keeps the ice cream cold and delicious.

To make this idea even more personalized and fun, provide an assortment of chopped fruit, sprinkles, and other ice cream toppings in matching containers. Guests can then scoop their favorite fixings into their mason jar of ice cream to create a sweet treat that is customized to their liking.

The best part about this idea is that it is incredibly easy to execute. All you need are some mason jars, an ice bucket, and your favorite ice cream flavors and toppings. It is a great way to add a fun and interactive element to your event while also keeping things simple and hassle-free for yourself.

This idea is also environmentally friendly as it eliminates the need for disposable cups or bowls. Mason jars can be reused, which reduces waste and helps the planet.

In addition to being perfect for special occasions, this idea is also great for casual summer gatherings or even a family movie night. You can set up a DIY ice cream bar and let everyone create their own unique combinations. A great way to make single-serve icecream for every day family life too. A simple way to control the mess and allow children to grab their own icecream.

Serving individual portions of ice cream in mason jars is a fantastic idea that is perfect for any occasion. Not only does it look beautiful and personalized, but it is also practical, fun, and environmentally friendly. So, the next time you’re planning a special event, consider stealing this idea and impressing your guests with a sweet treat they won’t forget!

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Not too long ago I did a test knit for another designer that was for a cabled cardigan. It’s really cozy and nice but it just about broke me in a ton of different ways. I couldn’t get gauge, which I suppose is my own problem, but mainly I was somehow both bored and forced to pay attention at the same time.

Because it used the same cable all over, I always had to know what row I was on, but nine out of ten of those rows, nothing in particular was going on. So I couldn’t stop paying attention, but what I needed to attend to was boring.

It may have ruined me for knitting cabled sweaters, but maybe I just need something that’s more engaging. Like this Modern Aran Cardigan pattern from Lion Brand Yarn.

This is a reworking of an old pattern from their archives, and you can tell that form the classic look of the cables and the oversized feel (nothing cropped about this one!). It has allover cables, but like a classic Aran sweater it’s not the same cable, so you’ll have to pay attention to what row you’re on and what cable turns happen for which cables on that row.

Because of this, it’s considered an intermediate knitting pattern, but if you’re comfortable working from multiple charts at once it shouldn’t be a problem for you. There are three different charts and seven different cable moves.

Also because the pattern is so big and boxy there are only two sizes available, with a finished chest measurement of either 49 or 63 inches (that’s 124.5 or 160 cm). It’s up to you to decide how much ease you would like and whether that will work for your body.

The pattern uses worsted weight yarn (and calls for another classic, Lion Brand Fisherman’s Wool). It calls for six buttons and includes pockets to make it extra cozy.

This one looks like a great winter project to make and to wear if you’re up for a bit of a challenge. You can grab the free pattern or buy a kit with the yarn needed direct from Lion Brand Yarn.

[Photo: Lion Brand Yarn]

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