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October 27, 2011

DIY Halloween Candy Jars

 

 DIY Halloween Candy Jars

 These cute and easy to make DIY Halloween Candy Jars are perfect for storing that extra Halloween candy in.  I first saw a version of these on Uncommon Designs and just loved how fun they were…and you can’t beat the price!

 DIY Halloween Candy Jars

 

DIY Apothecary Candy Jars…but they could hold so much more!
They are so easy to make and require just a few supplies.

  Supplies:

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3 lidded jars (I purchased these at Hobby Lobby)
3 round unfinished wood pieces (Hobby Lobby 2/$1.00)
3 finials (1 of mine is from Hobby Lobby, 2 from Lowes)
3 candlesticks (I used glass ones from the Dollar Tree. You could also use wooden ones from Michael’s or Hobby Lobby)
Unfinished wood letters (Michael’s or Hobby Lobby)
paint colors of choice for jars and letters
ribbon of choice

Directions:

1. Paint your candlesticks, round wooden pieces, finials and the lids of the jars using spray paint or any latex paint in the color of your choice.  You will need to apply at least 3 coats for good coverage.
2. Paint your wooden letters if you choose to use them in the color of your choice.
3.  Once paint is dry.  Using a strong adhesive such as gorilla glue or liquid nails attach the candlesticks to the smaller routed side of the wood rounds.  The finials to the top of the lids and the glass jars to the flat larger side of the wood round once the candleholder has dried and is stable.
 DIY Halloween Candy Jars
4.  Fill jars with candy of choice.
5.  Tie letters onto jars with ribbon of choice to spell out your word.
 DIY Halloween Candy Jars
Wishing you a “BOO-TIFUL” evening from the picket fence!
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  1. Jacqueline says

    October 25, 2011 at 11:41 PM

    This is awesome I’m so going to make some! Thanks!

    Reply
  2. Debbie@refreshrestyle says

    October 25, 2011 at 11:56 PM

    Send me some candy corn! Love these!!
    Debbie

    Reply
  3. Kathy @ Creative Home Expressions says

    October 26, 2011 at 12:01 AM

    Congratulations! Love these candy jars; the boo letters make them perfect for Halloween but I’ll bet you could adapt them all year long.

    Reply
  4. Coley says

    October 26, 2011 at 12:12 AM

    What a creative, cute project. Love!

    Reply
  5. Ange says

    October 26, 2011 at 12:21 AM

    Love that project but love even more how excited you are and what an honor to be featured by Tobi! WOW! Does that make it a little easier to finish that moulding/mdf project? 😉 Hugs my friend, what a great day!

    Reply
  6. Cindy says

    October 26, 2011 at 12:53 AM

    That is such a great idea, Heather, thanks! And congratulations on being featured today, I am going to go over and take a look at it.
    Hugs, cindy

    Reply
  7. Ruby Jean says

    October 26, 2011 at 12:56 AM

    Congratulations!!!! Love the Jar Tutorial…

    Reply
  8. Kelly says

    October 26, 2011 at 1:07 AM

    Congratulations! It’s always nice to be recognized for a job well done. That candy jar craft is really cute! I don’t think I could’ve ever thought to put that together myself.

    Reply
  9. Judy says

    October 26, 2011 at 1:12 AM

    Congratulations on your feature. That is totally awesome. Love your jar tutorial. You girls really come up with the best Halloween stuff!

    Reply
  10. Jemsmom says

    October 26, 2011 at 1:59 AM

    I love love love these and have some like them pinned on my board! I can’t find a good container though! We don’t have a Hobby Lobby anywhere near… booo hooo…. I am keeping my eyes open because these are the cutest things ever!!!

    Reply
  11. Debbie says

    October 26, 2011 at 2:17 AM

    Those are adorable, and I’m SO PROUD about the feature of the cabinets. Your kitchen redo was one of my favorites from blog land. Don’t know if I’ve said that yet.

    Reply
  12. Natasha in Oz says

    October 26, 2011 at 3:15 AM

    Congratulations on your feature-that is brilliant! I can see why you would be featured though-you are so clever and creative…and of course stylish! I love this project too -they look wonderful.

    I have posted about a few of my favourite Christmas pins on my blog so if you have 5 Minutes to spare please pop by! I would be so honoured if you could also link up your Pinterest inspired post to my weekly Pinning and Singing Linky Party too!

    Best wishes,
    Natasha.

    Reply
  13. Lina - Fancy Frugal Life says

    October 26, 2011 at 3:32 AM

    These are just so fantastic! love the boo letters 🙂 Congrats on the fun feature! that is wonderful!
    Lina
    Fancy Frugal Life

    Reply
  14. Christine @ Stonehouse Living says

    October 26, 2011 at 3:37 AM

    Hi Heather & Vanessa,

    Love these, so festive for the season! Great idea!
    Would be amazing anytime of the year!!

    All the Best,
    Christine

    Reply
  15. Courtney ~ French Country Cottage says

    October 26, 2011 at 12:45 AM

    Congratulations Heather!!! How exciting & I LOVE those jars! The letters are so cute too!!!

    Reply
  16. Gail says

    October 26, 2011 at 10:38 AM

    Congratulations Heather! How exciting for you and I love your “boo” candy jars.

    Reply
  17. Becca says

    October 26, 2011 at 11:28 AM

    CONGRATS, Heather … a well-deserved feature, indeed !! And, I love the “Boo” candy jars … I MUST try these for Christmas. Thanks for sharing! xo

    Reply
  18. Anita @ Cedar Hill Ranch says

    October 26, 2011 at 12:28 PM

    Congrats on the feature, and I think these jars are wonderful. I would have never guessed that you made them until I saw the instructions. Bravo!!

    Reply
  19. Debbiedoo's blogging and blabbing says

    October 26, 2011 at 1:15 PM

    You go girls! Congrats, no surprise there, you girls rock! I love these jars too.

    Reply
  20. Amish Stories says

    October 26, 2011 at 2:02 PM

    I was just passing by and thought id stop to say hello. I’m checking new blogs today, and i hope you folks are enjoying the fall weather like we are having here in Pennsylvania. Richard from the Amish community of Lebanon county.

    Reply
  21. Robin says

    October 26, 2011 at 3:03 PM

    Congrats on your feature. Well deserved!

    Reply
  22. Alyssabeth's says

    October 26, 2011 at 3:22 PM

    These turned out gorgeous, thanks for sharing!

    Reply
  23. Kim @ Savvy Southern Style says

    October 26, 2011 at 3:40 PM

    So cute. Thanks for sharing at the wow partay!

    Reply
  24. Michele Smith says

    October 26, 2011 at 6:39 PM

    These are adorable!

    Reply
  25. Shannon@FoxHollowCottage says

    October 26, 2011 at 7:10 PM

    Conrgats!! That is awesome.

    My sister wanted to make something similar, so I sent her the link for yours since they are so versatile! Love them =)

    Reply
  26. ℳartina @ Northern Nesting says

    October 26, 2011 at 7:14 PM

    Congrats on being featured you girls sooooo deserve it!! Love the craft project Heather, super cute! Martina

    Reply
  27. Youaretalkingtoomuch.com says

    October 26, 2011 at 10:14 PM

    How Cool!!! Both the project and the feature! May I say that the photography skills are getting so fancy around here! Did you do this with a tripod? I canNOT master inside shots! Great project! Great photography! Great staging! You deserve the features! Fancy Shmancy! Love, Me http://www.youaretalkingtoomuch.com

    Reply
  28. michelle says

    October 27, 2011 at 12:32 PM

    Congrats Heather, that is so great!!!!! WOo Hoo!!!
    I love this project too, how cute is it! Love the letters tied with the ribbon.
    Enjoy your day!!
    xoxo

    Reply
  29. Val says

    October 27, 2011 at 2:06 PM

    The cutest Halloween DIY I’ve seen this year!!. I love me some candy corn.

    Reply
  30. Catie @ Catie's Corner says

    October 27, 2011 at 5:36 PM

    Love these Heather! They’re great. You could fill them with little shiny ornaments or pine cones at Christmas. Oh the possibilities are endless! And a big congratulations on your kitchen feature. It looks amazing and like one out of a magazine. You worked soo hard on it and deserve all the praise you’ve gotten over it! =)

    ~ Catie

    Reply
  31. Savvy Seasons says

    October 27, 2011 at 5:51 PM

    HUGE CONGRATS!! Happy Dance…
    Love this project, so adorable! Looks like a million bucks, too! Thanks for sharing. xo Liz

    Reply
  32. hilary @ oldhouse.truelove. says

    October 27, 2011 at 10:21 PM

    c-u-t-e!

    Reply
  33. CosmoGirl Carla says

    October 29, 2011 at 1:24 PM

    Great project! I can see this done up for C’mas as well. Thanks for sharing.

    And congrats on your feature. I’m new to your blog via Savvy Seasons, and in the process of planning a redo of my kitchen cabs, so I’m anxious to see yours.

    Have a fabulous weekend!

    Reply
  34. Aimee says

    October 30, 2011 at 11:33 AM

    Vanessa ~ Thanks for coming by and leaving a comment! Super sweet!!! And Oh My Goodness, THANKS TONS for featuring me too!!! I have a permanent button on my sidebar for At the Picket Fence!!! I’m your newest follower and would love to have you follow me on your next visit!!!

    Aimee @ ItsOverflowing

    Reply
  35. Vivienne @ the V Spot says

    November 2, 2011 at 5:43 AM

    I love these! Love, I tell you!

    Reply
  36. Amanda @ Dixie Delights says

    August 16, 2013 at 5:38 AM

    Super cute! I can’t believe it’s nearly time to think about Halloween 🙂

    Reply

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