Mother's Day Mason Jar

She lights up your life, now light up hers! Make a DIY Mother's Day gift with this painted mason jar craft.

Ages: 4 and up, Under 4, 8 and up, Tween and up, 6 and up

CIY Staff

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Create It Yourself

Supplies Needed

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Paint
Paint Brushes
Battery Operated String Lights
Mason Jar(s)
Ribbon

Steps

Step 1

Cover mason jar with paint. Dry 1–2 hours. Add second coat. Dry 1–2 hours.
Step 2

Use paint brush to lightly coat thumb with paint.
Step 3

Place thumbprints around mason jar. Add more paint to thumb as needed. Dry 1–2 hours.
Step 4

Draw firefly bodies on thumbprints with markers.
Step 5

Add Mother’s Day message to jar with markers.
Step 6

Wrap ribbon around neck of mason jar.
Step 7

Fill mom’s mason jar with battery-operated string lights for a bright effect!

Crafts

CIY Staff Tips

If you don't have a mason jar at home, any upcycled jar will work as a substitution!
For more DIY Mother’s Day cards, gifts, and decorations, see all of our Mother’s Day craft ideas.

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