Make a DIY toothbrush holder to complete your bathroom farmhouse decor. It’s an easy project anyone can do and will add that perfect final touch.
If you’ve been hanging around this site for any length of time, you probably have some idea of how much I LOVE working with mason jars. They’re perfect for nearly every type of project!
So, what else can I possibly make with a mason jar?
How about a mason jar toothbrush holder? The classic mason jar is so versatile, and it’s the ideal item for this project.
It wasn’t long ago that I remodeled one of our bathrooms and gave it a wonderfully rustic vibe. In addition to this DIY toothbrush holder, I made a mason jar bathroom organizer. They are the perfect duo for a farmhouse-style bathroom you will love!
Spoiler alert: this mason jar toothbrush holder is so quick and easy to make that it’s a bit of a stretch to call this post a tutorial!
Note: if you want more bathroom ideas, check out our DIY Mason Jar Bathroom Set, If It’s Yellow Let it Mellow Printable Bathroom Art, and Bathroom Cabinet and Drawer Organization Ideas.
How To Make A Mason Jar Toothbrush Holder
You’ll only need a handful of supplies and a few minutes to accomplish this project.
Supplies Needed
Here’s everything you need to gather for this project – you only need 3 things!
- Wide mouth quart jars in the new green color from Ball with their bands (Ball Heritage Quart Jars
or Ball Green Heritage Pint Jars) - Darice Wire Accent Chicken Net (please see the note below in the FAQs section)
- Multipurpose scissors (or wire cutters)
(please see the note below in the FAQs section)
Video Tutorial
Calling all video watchers! If you want to see how to make this project in action, I made a short video for you. Check it out.
Instructions For Making A Toothbrush Holder With A Mason Jar
Just follow these step-by-step directions, and in (practically) no time at all, you’ll have a DIY toothbrush holder ready for your rustic bathroom!
Step 1
Use the method of your choice to cut the chicken wire to the same size as the round lid portion of the two-piece jar cap.
You can use a strong pair of scissors, or I use these multipurpose scissors because they work perfectly without damaging the blades of the scissors.
Step 2
Add the chicken wire to the band part of the lid and screw it on top of your mason jar as shown.
Step 3
Add in your toothbrushes, and you are ready to add this to your bathroom.
This toothbrush holder is SO much better than a plain old toothbrush holder, don’t you think?
FAQs
Here are a couple of questions that I see readers ask about making DIY toothbrush holders with this method. If you have a question, please check to see if I’ve already answered it below. Don’t see your question? Leave it for me in the comments!
Can I make this project with material other than chicken wire?
Yes! If you don’t want to cut the chicken wire, there’s a great new mason jar top that will hold toothbrushes. Either way works, it’s just a matter of personal preference.
Will this project work with a pint jar?
Yes, you can make a toothbrush holder with a pint jar.
I am not crazy about the toothbrushes being able to touch each other, so my personal preference is to use the quart jar for our home.
How can I personalize this project?
There are several ways you can do this. The first (and biggest) way you can personalize these mason jar toothbrush holders is to change the color of your mason jar. You can purchase tinted jars, or you could paint the jars in a way similar to what I did for this Mason Jar Soap Dispenser.
The other way to customize this project is to choose the type of lid/toothbrush holder that you want. I used chicken wire, but you can choose from a couple of different styles (and colors) of specialty lids.
By taking this basic method and customizing it for your home, you can make something that will look incredible with your decor.
More Great Mason Jar Projects
If you love this jar toothbrush holder and want more great ideas, try the links below!
Supplies
- Wide mouth quart jars
- Darice Wire Accent Chicken Net
- Multipurpose scissors
Instructions
- Cut the chicken wire to the same size as the round lid portion of the jar cap.
- Add the chicken wire to the band part of the lid. Screw the lid on top of your mason jar.
- Add your new toothbrush holder to your bathroom and insert your toothbrushes into it..
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very cool and effective!
my problem with toothbrush holders is that water drips down the toothbrush and congeals at the bottom of the holder and goes all slimy! yuck!
but now this has given me an idea to upturn a biscuit or tea tin and poke holes the top so it can drain properly at the bottom!! 😀
Great idea, using a mason jar and chicken wire. I love it. Thanks!
This is really cute!! Where do you get chicken wire that comes in small pkgs like that?
Whoops! Sorry y’all! Get your chicken wire here: http://www.consumercrafts.com/store/details/catalog/decor-home-metal-sheets/6614-100
Oh my goodness, this is absolutely adorable! I’m definitely pinning this for later!
I love this! I might just make it b/c my holder is icky!
Clever, clever, clever. Can’t wait to see what you come up with for the mason jar HOA!
Hi Angie! Just wanted to let you know that I featured this post on my Facebook page during April and people loved it. It made it into the top 20 for the month, of which I always do a round up. So today I’ve featured you on my blog as well (link below). Thanks for such an awesome post! http://craftsbyamanda.com/2014/05/great-craft-ideas-may-2014.html
I think it is neat BUT I would want it so that the toothbrushes can go in the other way so that they are not exposed. I do NOT like them collecting dust and stuff that is in the air – and other people touching them when they are trying to get out their own. If you do not put too many in one jar then they would not touch each other if put in head first. Any thoughts or ideas on how to do this? Will they go in head first using the same chicken wire or is the space too small? I sorta dry my brush off a little before storing so ooey gooey would not be a problem for me. Thanks for any idea to solve my problem. 😉
I would still keep a cover on the brush head – but I am a bit germaphobe
Also, if you put a small amount of mouthwash in jar, to cover bristles, you are sanitizing while you store your brushes. Change mouthwash, as often as needed, especially during cold/flu season….
Would be great to arrange flowers in…..the chicken wire would act sorta like a flower frog to keep the flowers in place.
Just wondering if the chicken wire rusts? It’s so cute, I want to do this and have been looking for a new toothbrush holder:)
I had no issues with the chicken wire rusting! 🙂
Love this idea! Would look perfect in my rustic bathroom. Thanks! 🙂
This is super cute. My only hold back is the icky stuff that accumulates in the bottom of toothbrush holders. Wish I could come up with something this cute that would drain.
This idea can also be used as a vase for flowers. 😉 Enjoy!
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