There are many
items that we buy in containers such as cookies, ketchup, washing powder, jam and skin care
products among others. Most of the times, the jars end up in the dustbin. Did
you know you could reuse these jars for some creative uses? Here are seven
creative ways you can use the jars.
Piggy
bank
Teach your
children about money management by giving each a jar to save their
money. Every child can decorate his or her jar in any way he or she wants.
Store
your herbs
Most of
the herbs lose their aroma when kept for long periods in the open. Keeping them
in closed containers helps retain their aroma and in good condition.
Flower vase
Those tall
glass jars can make very good flower vases which you can use as centerpieces
in your living room. You may use the glass jars as they are or pain them to fit
your general style in the house. Just ensure that the stalks for your flowers
are not too tall to cause that jar to fall over.
Sugar and saltshakers
Use your jars as sugar and salt shakers. All
you need to do is to drill small holes on the lid of the jar and then half fill
it with sugar, salt or your intended seasoning. The jar keeps the contents safe
from spilling and makes it easy to shake a little of them in your food.
Cocktail shakers
The
standard cocktail shakers are quite expensive. You can mix tour drinks in the
jars after cleaning them well. Ensure that the lid held tightly before you
start to shake your drinks.
Christmas
decorative lighting
You can
use the jars to hold your decorative candles in place when decorating your home
for Christmas. Place the candle at the center of the jar. Then, decorate the
jar with paper art, leaves, or other small items on the side. Place them around
the table and other high places to light up your room.
Candy jars
Use your
jars to store treats for the next festive season or for
rewards to your kids. You can decorate the jars with ribbons or even glue your
favorite character items on the lid. Treat jars can also be used as
centerpieces on your table. There are many more ways to reuse jars. Do not
just throw them after use, reuse them at home in various ways.
