I’m in love with the new shower curtain I bought for my kids bathroom. (target) The colors and design are just too fun. I decided to decorate some jars that we could hold cotton balls, Q-tips and cotton rounds in. The result makes me so happy. I love the way our pickle jars turned into such pretty storage.
We were recently sent some of the brand new Americana multi-surface Satin paint. I’ve been a fan of Americana paints for many years… so I was excited to give these a try.
Supplies:
• pickle jars – or other glass jars with lids
• Americana multi-surface paint – we used the colors pumpkin patch, pink cadillac, coastal waters
• curio knobs (we used the tim holtz ones found at michaels)
• paint brushes
• E-6000 glue
Steps:
• I put my pickle jars and lids through a couple cleaning cycles in the dishwasher
• We picked out 3 colors and gave each lid about 4-5 coats. (I should have gave them a quick coat of grey primer – it would have saved me a couple coats – the words on the lids can be a pain to cover completely)
• Then we put them aside and let them air cure for 7 days
• We took the bottom screw out of our curio knobs and used the E-6000 to glue the knobs to the center of each lid.
• Let that dry for another 24 hours and then they are ready to be used
*This post is sponsored by DecoArt. We received compensation as well as product to complete this project. However, my love and opinion for Americana paints is all my own. 🙂
♥Bree says
Where did you get the pack of knobs?
modaca says
You can find knobs at Target. I use spray paint to paint jars.
Lala: TDF | travel | cupcakes | lifestyle says
Yep, thinking I need to do this for my daughters hair accessories in the kids bathroom. So super cute!
Becky Marie says
I love the colors you used! So bright and fun; and what a genius idea!
Bernadett Rauski says
Thank you for idea.Great! 🙂
Suzanne says
Simple and sweet! This just feeds my need to save jars.
Suzanne says
Simple and sweet! This just feeds my need to save jars.
Susan says
Love the jars but where did you find the curio knobs? I have been looking for some for a couple of years and have not been successful. Thanks for any help.
Heidi says
These are Tim Holtz and can be purchased at Michael's or JoAnns, or online at a scrapbook store or amazon.
Creative Raisins says
What a fantastic Idea I was just shopping for something like this today ~ Lisa
Lolly Jane says
Aaaah, those jars are the cuuuuuuutest- esp. the darling color & knob combos. (Wishing I could insert my heart eye'd emoticon from my iPhone here! LOL) xoxo
Caanan says
What kind of paintbrush works best? Foam or bristle? I don't know if I could get coverage that even. The jars look amazing.
Margaret says
When you painted the lids, did it leave brush strokes? I’m using a sponge paint brush and it’s leaving stroke lines.
Jodie and Jen says
Hi Margaret! We used regular brushes and they did leave slight brush strokes. If you hate the stroke lines you could try a few thin coats of spray paint instead? Sorry about that! 🙁
Kristina Grapes says
Where did you find the curio knobs!
Crystal says
Love the jars! They are super cute! Love the colors and decorative knobs! Great idea!! Thanks for sharing 🙂
Rose Powell says
Love the VIBRANT show curtain and the jars, so gorgeous, the knobs are nice, I want some!
Capturing Joy with Kristen Duke says
very cute!!!
JulieBee in Iowa says
I think this is a cute way to use some glass jars I hate to throw away. I love that shower curtain and how the lids match. It's all colorful and cheerful. Thank you for sharing your idea.
Ladies, the curio knobs are by Tim Holtz at Michaels. She has that listed next to them in the supply list.
jules says
In the middle of redecorating a bedroom and bathroom for a "Guest Room" and I LOVE this idea!
Four Marrs and One Venus says
Love love… LOVE!!
Lisa says
Adding the cute door knobs is such a good idea! Love these
Savannah Attic says
I Love this yes adding the knobs made it I will be visiting more often, Fantastic!!!
Anonymous says
This is a great idea for any room that needs a little storage! Love it!
Melissa says
Read in her supply list….curio knobs (we used the tim holtz ones found at michaels)
Love this!
Anonymous says
I found the same exact knobs at Michael's for 8.99
Cosmic Chicka says
Thanks for this awesome blog entry. I featured it in our Cosmic Holiday Gift & Inspiration Guide! http://www.cosmic-acres.com/cosmic-holiday-gift-inspiration-guide/
☮ ♥,
Ashley
Anonymous says
so cute !!!!
Nikki Comma says
Loving this idea, especially the cute little knobs. Thank you, thank you! Going to try this soon.
Danielle says
Can you use wall paint? Just moved into a brand new house and have paint left over from the bedrooms.
Jamie says
I would think it would work alright. You'll have to let us know. 🙂
Danielle says
I will for sure let you know. Also, instead of super gluing the knobs on, I used the screws that came with it, cut the screws down, and screwed the knob on. Worked great! Now I just need to the knobs back off and paint. I'm thinking of spraying an acrylic sealer over the paint. It might make it more shiny
Jamie says
Great ideas!!
Stay Crafty My Friends says
Where is that cake stand from?!
Jamie says
That one is from Pier 1. 🙂
Lorraine Wilkie says
Excellent idea to use the brown paper template. I collect clocks also but have never displayed them well. I will give this a try.
Anonymous says
IS THERE A WAY TO AVOID HAVING TO UNSCREW THE JARS? MAKING IT EASIER AND THE KNOBS USEFUL?
Storage South Horn Church Ltd. says
The jars are great for this! I love the idea! Thanks for the post!
Angela Lee says
I have to try this! Thanks for sharing a great idea.