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Holding a DIY floral mason jar vase.

DIY Floral Mason Jar Vase Idea

Mason jars make beautiful décor and this garden-inspired DIY Floral Mason Jar Vase Idea is easy to create--no complicated painting required!
5 from 1 vote
Prep Time 15 minutes
Project Time 20 minutes
Dry Time 2 hours

Supplies
  

  • 1 quart-size glass jar (such as a Mason jar)
  • white chalk paint (I like Rust-Oleum Chalked)
  • paper napkins with floral motifs
  • Mod Podge Matte
  • sharp scissors
  • paintbrushes
  • (optional) clear matte spray paint (for a top coat)

Instructions
 

Paint the Jar(s)

  • Apply two to three coats of white chalk paint to quart size jars (other sizes work too). Be sure to wait the complete suggested dry time between coats (check paint can).
    Quick Tip: Paint your jar a different base color to coordinate or contrast with different napkin designs.

Prep the Napkins

  • While the paint dries, prep the napkins. Peel off the back (usually just a plain white/color) of the napkin to start.
    Use small sharp scissors to cut out the individual pieces you plan to use. Then, trim the edges closely. If the background color of the napkin matches the paint you used on the jar (i.e. white on white) you can leave a little edge.
  • There will be one last layer of napkin to pull away. This usually starts falling off as you trim up the smaller cut-outs. Discard this plain layer too.

Apply the Images to the Jar

  • Now, grab some Mod Podge Matte. Use a paintbrush to apply a little where you plan to stick the first image from the napkin. Apply the image and paint over it with more Mod Podge. Repeat to cover the vase.

Add a Top Coat

  • The Modge Podge will leave a little shine on the chalk paint so to avoid a patchy look, coat the entire jar with Mod Podge when finished. Alternatively, use a clear spray paint (matte) for a stronger finish.

Decorate with the Jar Vase

  • Top the vase with a spray painted ring of the mason jar lid (glittery or metallic is fun!) or leave as-is. Fill with faux florals. If you’d like to fill with water and real flowers, I do suggest using a sturdy clear top coat for added protection.