With the 4th of July right around the corner, I felt it only fitting to share some of my designs from a few years back. These were from the days of my craft store, the days when I sold everything I made, never once thinking I should keep some. So alas, I don’t have any of these jars anymore, but these are all the different designs that I had created. I wish I had kept some!
Unfortunately, I don’t have patterns anymore. However, if you are familiar with tole painting and know how to float and shade, and if you really want to make one, they should be fairly easy to duplicate.
Just wanted to share since I really haven’t had time to make anything new for the 4th of July this year due to work constraints. Thanks for letting me share these with you!
Some of these I made in honor of 9-11 as well. They aren’t pictured here, but are similar to the dark blue “god bless the usa” jar above, but instead they said “we will never forget”. The one with the pink heart was a custom order for a friend of mine.
Hope you liked them, thanks for letting me share them with you! Hope you have a marvelous 4th of July holiday!
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Maureen says
Gorgeous! What is the votive resting on to hold it up at the top of the jar?
Amanda Formaro says
Hi Maureen! Those are glass votive holders. I think you can get them at Walmart, but don’t quote me on that. Michaels might have them too. There are some similar ones on Amazon, but they are made for tea lights https://amzn.to/387fJEx
Shela says
What kind of paints did you use???
Amanda Formaro says
I used Delta Ceramcoat on these :) but any acrylic craft paint will work!
Candy says
I could really use instructions on how to make these! I’m new to crafting & want to make them for fathers day gift! Help please!
Amanda Formaro says
Oh Candy, I’m so sorry! I made these jars 15 years ago and at that time I was not blogging nor was I saving the instructions. I was just painting and selling. And I don’t do that anymore. If you know anyone familiar with tole painting, they may be able to help you replicate these. Sorry!
EllyHughes says
You are so talented. love your work!
Amanda says
Thank you so much Elly! :)
Donna says
Wow–that's awesome!! I love these! I am so inspired and I have a big jar collection. These would go perfect in our home. :o)
Thanks for sharing!
Donna @ Comin' Home
http://www.thehomemakingarts.blogspot.com
Jerri says
I love the rustic look! You did a fabulous job on these! I wish I had some of these for my house!
Thanks for linking up with me for Friday Favorites!
Threeundertwo says
These are beautiful. I wish I had that kind of talent. Thanks so much for linking up to Finished for Friday! Have a happy 4th!
Erin says
Your jars are wonderful! You are so talented!!!
http://www.makingmemorieswithyourkids.blogspot.com
Diane says
Your jars are just toooo cute! Love the ones with a birdhouse.
michelle@somedaycrafts says
I'm featuring your watermelon picnic caddy at somedaycrafts.blogspot.com today!
Melissa says
Thanks for sharing these – these take talent…
Nana's Fun Stuff says
I love love these jars! What a great idea and you did a fantastic job :) I am a new follower now. You're a very creative lady :) Have a great day and thanks for sharing!! ~ Laura
michelle@somedaycrafts says
These are adorablE!!! Great recycling! I am featuring these at somedaycrafts.blogspot.com
Kaysi says
WOW! that is awesome!
Mom2fur says
Those are really cute! You know, I wish they still made mayo jars out of glass. It was always nice to have a supply of 'free' wide-mouthed glass jars!
BTW, just glancing at some of your projects on your sidebar. You are very creative!
shopannies says
they look great I love jars I have several that friends and family have picked up for me.
Amanda says
Thanks for your great comments everyone!
Rory from Tools Are For Women Too! says
These are delightful…thanks for sharing your talent with us on Modern Craftswoman Monday! Rory
Amanda says
Hey! Love your name and your post;)
I also am Amanda and painted mason jars for my patriotic post! {yours are so adorable!!}
saw you via todays creative blog and I am becoming a follower:-)
Amanda@ thepaisleycupcake.blogspot.com
Michele {The Scrap Shoppe} says
These are adorable! I love the goldish colored one with the star. I just love Americana!
Heather says
Wow! Gorgeous! TFS!
Kristen @ ladybug-blessings.com says
those are so pretty!!