Picture yourself holding a clear glass jar, once filled with yogurt, now blossoming with hand-painted daisies. Each flower seems to dance across the glass, like a meadow captured in miniature.
These jars become more than containers, they’re little stories of care, patience, and joy.
Moreover, they can hold buttons, tea leaves, or simply sit as ornaments, whispering a gentle reminder of nature’s simple beauty.
Materials Needed
- 6-10 yogurt jars (washed and dried)
- Set of acrylic paints (yellow, white, purple, pink, green)
- Fine-tip paintbrush
- Small cork lids (one for each jar)
- Twine or jute string (12-14 inches per jar)
- Clear sealant spray
Step-by-step Guide
Step 1: Clean your jars thoroughly and let them dry. Smooth glass makes painting easier.
Step 2: Using your fine brush, paint small circles for daisy centers. Then add petals around each one, keeping them evenly spaced. Mix colors to make each jar unique.
Step 3: Let the paint dry fully, then spray lightly with a clear sealant to prevent chipping.
Step 4: Place a cork lid on each jar and wrap twine around the neck, tying a neat bow.
Step 5: Fill your jars with little treasures like dried lavender, candies, beads or leave them empty to show off their charm.
Step 6: Arrange them on a shelf or gift them to friends. Each jar feels like a pocket of sunshine to share.
Tips:
If you want a softer, vintage look, try pastel colors for your flowers. For a bolder style, go with bright hues and paint fuller floral patterns.