DIY Halloween Apothecary Jars
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Candlesticks and jars from the Dollar Tree store are perfect for creating your own apothecary jars for Halloween. All you need is a little black paint, some Cricut removable vinyl images (I'll provide the link and all the details in the tutorial) or Halloween stickers, and glue.
These apothecary jars are so easy to make and I'm sharing them as part of this month's Thrifty Style Team!
Once you've finished reading this post be sure to head to the bottom to see all of the other projects from the team as well as links to visit their beautiful thrifty inspiration.
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📋Supplies
- 3 glass jars from the Dollar Tree in varying sizes
- 3 glass candlesticks
- two decorative glass knobs
- gloss black paint
- sponge brush
- glue - you can use a hot glue gun (this cordless one is my favorite), gorilla glue (or any glue you prefer to use!)
- Cricut Halloween Vintage-y Images - here is a link to the ones I used in Design Space (they're free!)
I picked the 3 designs above because of the 1950ish vibe. The cat reminds me of a Kit Cat Klock.
✨Instructions
Wash the jars, candlesticks, and lids in warm soapy water before painting and adding any stickers or vinyl. I also like to give the glass jars a quick once over with a cotton ball dipped in isopropyl alcohol to make sure everything 'sticks'.
Once the jars and candlesticks were dry I painted them with gloss black paint using a sponge brush.
I forgot to take a picture but I also drilled a hole in the center of two of the lids and attached the glass knobs to those two lids.
Before gluing on the candlestick base I added the vinyl cutouts to one side of the jar. You can also add stickers at this point, whichever you prefer.
I used Gorilla glue to glue the candlestick tops to the bottom of the glass apothecary jars and allowed them to dry upside down.
I added some cute Halloween ribbon I found at Joann Fabrics to the candlesticks and added Halloween candy to the jars for display...and, eating!
Hint: In order to get the candlesticks in the center of the bottom of the apothecary jars I traced them using a purple marker which can be easily wiped off once the base is securely attached and the glue has dried.
If you're looking for a cheap and easy way to spruce up your home for Halloween, with a few supplies from the dollar store or your craft stash, you can easily transform glass candlesticks and jars into chic apothecary jars. Fill them with spooky (or not-so-spooky) decorations, and voila! You've got yourself some beautiful and affordable Halloween décor.
Now for the shares from the rest of the Thrifty Style Team!
Redhead Can Decorate - How to Decorate a Cozy Fall Corner
Our Crafty Mom - Adorable Ghost Mug Pottery Barn Dupe
I Should Be Mopping the Floor - Fall Simmer Pot Recipes
The How to Home - You are here!
DIY Beautify - Anthro Minka Pot Dupe for Under $5
2 Peas in a Pod -Olive Topiary Ballard's Dupe
The Tattered Pew - Simple DIY Halloween Ghost Pillow
Cottage on Bunker Hill - Where I Find Free Art To Print at Home
Amy Sadler Designs - Felt Bookmark with Embroidered Initial
Songbird - Decorating Lanterns for Fall
My Family Thyme - How to Make a Dried Hydrangea Wreath
And, if you'd like a tutorial for a non-Halloween apothecary jar, you can find my shabby chic alternative here.
I just love Dollar Tree crafts and these apothecary jars are so perfect for Halloween! I love how fun and festive they are! I am inspired to give this a try. Thank you for sharing!!
Thank you so much, Lynne! It was honestly such a simple craft and I really like how it turned out. xo
Really cute idea Mary Beth!! Happy Halloween!!
Thank you, Jennifer, and Happy Halloween to you as well!
These are so stinkin cute Mary Beth! I love the glass knobs on top, such a great detail!
Thank you so much, Cindy! xo
OMG Mary Beth - your Dollar Tree project is just adorable. We love how you put together these DIY apothecary jars, then added a Halloween spin. Fantastic!
Thank you so much, Ladies! I appreciate your kind words. xo
Wow, those jars turned out so good! What a great idea and wonderful repurpose.
Thank you so much, Marianne!
These turned out so cute. Perfect for Halloween! I love how they look full of candy. So fun!
Thank you so much, Kelly! I'm trying to ignore the candy...it's my weakness! xo
MB, these look like fun to make! I love taking the time to sit and craft...I need to get my craft on because I find it so relaxing. You did an excellent job on these. I remember your pink one, too!
Thank you so much, Julie! I hope you find some time to craft soon...it's so good for the soul and you deserve some time to reflect on beauty and create. xo
Mary Beth, these are so cute! The whole design, from the jars you picked, to the finishing crystal top is adorable.
Wonderful craft!
Rachelle
Thank you so very much, Rachelle! xo
Oh, I love a good apothecary jar and these are the cutest, Mary Beth! xoxo, kristi
Thank you so much, Kristi! xo