Give your mason jars a unique look by painting them plaid. These plaid mason jars are surprsingly simple and a fun way to make your mason jars stand out.
Okay, you know me and my mason jars. I am always up for a fun painting project.
I’ve made so many things with mason jars in my home, everything from candle holders to soap dispensers and even a tissue holder! But I’ve never tried to paint plaid on them—they always just looked plain.
It’s actually really easy to paint plaid on mason jars, and you don’t need a lot of supplies either. All you’ll need is some spray paint, painter’s tape (or masking tape will work, too), scissors, and a pencil.
It’s really that simple!
How to Paint Plaid Mason Jars
Making your own jars with plaid designs is easy and fun. I love being able to play with the design and colors to make all the mason jars unique. You can fill them with flowers, use them as candle holders, or even have some pencils on your desk.
Supplies needed
It’s super easy to make these plaid mason jars. Here’s what you’ll need to gather:
- Wide mouth quart jar
- Krylon ‘Modern White’ spray paint
- Krylon ‘Hosta Leaf’ spray paint
- Krylon ‘Oxford Blue’ spray paint
- Painter’s tape (my favorite is Frog Tape)
- Krylon ‘Gold Leaf’ pen
How to Paint Plaid Mason Jar Instructions
Follow these step-by-step instructions on how to paint plaid mason jars.
Step 1
Start by spray painting the entire mason jar with the ‘Modern White’ spray paint.
Tip: One trick is to clean the entire surface with rubbing alcohol before painting to ensure adhesion. (See more about how to paint jars here.) I also turn my jar upside down on cardboard to paint to keep paint from going inside the jar!
Step 2
Once dry, tape off vertical lines as shown. Paint the jar with the ‘Hosta Leaf’ spray paint.
Step 3
Once dry, remove the tape and tape off horizontal lines as shown. Once again, paint the entire jar with ‘Hosta Leaf’.
Step 4
Allow the mason jar to dry again, and repeat all of the above steps with the ‘Oxford Blue’.
Note: I like to vary the width and location of the stripes to make this plaid painted mason jar a bit more interesting.
Step 5
Once your final stripes have been added and you are happy with the results, use the gold leafing pen to outline the stripes as shown. This really makes everything pop!
Note: You can add a clear sealer to the top, but I am using mine with no sealer, and everything has been fine.
There you have it—a perfectly plaid mason jar! I love how you can customize this project to be whatever colors you like. Have fun and get creative with your own designs!
FAQs about Plaid Mason Jar
If you have questions about making these plaid mason jars, I have answers for you! Please leave your question for me in the comments if you don’t see it already answered below.
Can I use regular craft paint instead of spray paint?
Yes, you can certainly use regular craft paint for this project. However, it will take longer and require more coats to get full coverage. Spray paint is much faster and more efficient.
Is there any way to make this project easier?
Absolutely! Instead of painting the stripes freehand, you could use stencils to make the project go faster. You can also purchase precut mason jar decals that will save time as well.
These painted mason jars are the perfect way to add a touch of color and pattern to any room! And it’s so inexpensive and easy to make. Have fun creating your own plaid version of this crafty project!
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Supplies
- Wide mouth quart jar
- Krylon ‘Modern White’ spray paint
- Krylon ‘Hosta Leaf’ spray paint
- Krylon ‘Oxford Blue’ spray paint
- Painter’s tape my favorite is Frog Tape
- Krylon ‘Gold Leaf’ pen
Instructions
- Start by spray painting the entire mason jar with the ‘Modern White’.
- Once dry, tape off vertical lines as shown. Paint the jar with the ‘Hosta Leaf’ spray paint.
- Once dry, remove the tape and tape off horizontal lines as shown. Once again, paint the entire jar with ‘Hosta Leaf’.
- Allow the mason jar to dry again, and repeat all of the above steps with the ‘Oxford Blue’.
- Once your final stripes have been added and you are happy with the results, use the gold leafing pen to outline the stripes as shown.
Notes
- You can add a clear sealer to the top, but I am using mine with no sealer, and everything has been fine.
- I like to vary the width and location of the stripes to make this plaid painted mason jar a bit more interesting.
- One trick is to clean the entire surface with rubbing alcohol before painting to ensure adhesion. (See more about how to paint jars here.) I also turn my jar upside down on cardboard to paint to keep paint from going inside the jar!
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