Thrift Store Apothecary Jars How To
Apothecary jars are so beautiful and can serve several display purposes. You can use them for candy, holiday decorations, or even display your collections. They look pretty on a mantel or kitchen island or even a bathroom filled with sponges or shells. I like to use them for candy on a candy bar dessert table for parties. Apothecary jars start at about twenty dollars apiece for the small ones, I decided to try a little do it yourself thrift store apothecary jars project.
I found a box of four glass canisters at a discount housewares store for twelve dollars.
On one of my recent thrift store ventures, I found some candle holders for $1.50 apiece.
Additional materials needed are:
- Spray paint of your choice
- A strong adhesive
In my case, I chose a metallic silver spray paint and Gorilla glue.
Before you start, make sure your jars candle holders are clean and free of wax especially if you purchased them at a thrift store. When you spray paint them, every little bump will show (I learned this the hard way).
Spray paint your candlesticks holding the can about 12 inches away in a well-ventilated area.
When the paint is completely dry, approximately two hours, glue the candlestick to the canister. I let the glue set overnight before picking it up, just to be safe.
Voila! Instant DIY apothecary jar! Fill it with whatever you like… pinecones, peppermint sticks, or ornaments for the holidays are perfect for this time of year.
