Thanksgiving Mason Jars You Can Make

Y’all are going to love making Thanksgiving mason jars. This is the perfect craft for your Thanksgiving decor this fall. Plus these mason jar Thanksgiving centerpieces are so easy to make! Grab your mason jars and get started on this gorgeous craft idea today.

This was first published October 14, 2015, however, I am republishing with more information.

I actually created a super short 6 second video to show you the process below. I have written instructions below the video in case you can’t follow along. But I am telling y’all this is one easy mason jar craft!

Thanksgiving Mason Jars

I started out by really wanting to put a quote on a mason jar. It took me a few tries to get this one just right but y’all can benefit from a project that works great the first time and in just a few minutes!

For these jars, you can either purchase premade stencils or cut vinyl with your Cricut machine.

Supplies to make mason jar Thanksgiving centerpieces:

• Wide mouth quart mason jar (this is the version I used and it is plain on the back with no embossing)
• White spray paint
• Elmer’s Painters Paint Marker in Gold (fine tip)
• Metallic gold cord
• Premade stencils or a Cricut machine and vinyl

Step 1: Make or Buy Stencil

You can purchase premade stencils as are shown in the video above, however, the ones that I used are no longer made.

An easier option would be to add text to Cricut Design Space and cut the words and letters from any color of vinyl. Then you can customize the saying to be whatever you want!

You can see more about cutting vinyl with your Cricut here.

Step 2: Clean and Apply Stencil

Be sure to wash the mason jar well before beginning. I actually recommend wiping down with rubbing alcohol.

Apply the stencils or vinyl to your jar to spell out the desired quote.

I used “be thank FULL” on my jar. Apply to the side of the jar that has no embossing.

Step 3: Paint Jar

Press down on stencils to make sure they have adhered well. You will want to make sure they are down flat and adhered well to the jar.

TIP: You can heat the vinyl with a hair dryer to get it to lay down flatter around the curves.

Spray entire jar with white spray paint until completely covered. Several light coats may be better than one heavy coat.

Step 4: Remove Stencils and Trace Letters

Allow to dry and remove the peel and stick stencils. Remove carefully and use a craft knife to cut if the paint is lifting.

NOTE: This does NOT have to be perfect as we are going to trace around the edges!

Trace each letter with the Elmer’s Painters Paint Marker in Gold. This is why the fine tip version is important. Allow to dry.

Step 5: Finish Jar

Wrap the top of the jar with the hemp cording and tie.

I love that you can see through the letters into the jar! This Thanksgiving mason jar craft is perfect for your home. Use this same technique with other quotes to make quote mason jars for every season.

If you love the other items in the picture below, be sure to check out my sequin pumpkins, metallic pumpkins, and the rest of my fall mantel.

Make your own version of these Thanksgiving mason jars for your home using this technique. You will love how they look on a mantel or as a centerpiece for your Thanksgiving table.

Will you make these mason jar Thanksgiving centerpieces? They are so easy to make and will look great in your home. So, get the supplies to make your own thankful mason jars.

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