Reuse Those Jars

I've been looking at my empty mayo jars for awhile now and finally, it occurred to me - perfect for storing rice!  
If you buy your rice in a bag, you know pouring it out can be tricky - yes, I've dumped it on the counter a few times and then there's the issue of the bag sitting on the shelf.  A 30 oz. mayo jar is the perfect solution.  It holds a lot of rice, is a great fit for your hand, and the lid makes a great seal. The only drawback?  It's not very pretty.
The easy solution is scrapbook paper.  A 12" x 3" strip fits perfectly around the jar.  I even used the adhesive that was leftover from removing the original label.  It doesn't get any easier than that!
To 'pretty-it-up' a little more, I wrapped some Baker's Twine around the jar and added a button. 
I punched a 2&1/2" circle for the lid and glued it on.  The jar was done!  Prettied-up enough, but not too much that it makes it difficult to handle.

The jars could be used for lots of other pantry staples and lined up on a shelf, don't you think?   So, tell me, what have you reused or repurposed recently?  I'd love to hear your ideas.

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  1. I love the flair you put on the jars. Not just plain! Good idea. #sundaybest

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    1. Thank you, Tracy. I still wanted to be able to handle it!
      Glad you like it.

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  2. Very cute! I reused a coffee creamer plastic bottle as a bird seed holder. The lid has a pour spout so it makes it easy to pour the bird seed out into the feeder.

    Tania

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    1. Great idea, Tania! Those spouts make things SO much easier.
      Thanks for stopping by!

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  3. Fácil y queda muy bien.
    Saludos

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    1. Thank you, Lirtea. I'm so glad you stopped by the Cottage, come back again soon, won't you?

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  4. What a great repurposing project! Thanks for sharing at the To Grandma's House We Go DIY, Crafts, Recipes and More Link Party! Hope to see you again this week!

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