Jack-O-Lantern Jar Craft

Can you believe it’s October! I’m truly excited to share with you the first annual Pumpkin Palooza! Woot! Woot! Myself and 14 blogging friends are teaming up with Country Living Magazine to share some of the most amazing pumpkin creations ever! Hosted by the sweet Michelle from Dandelion Patina and Ashley from Cherished Bliss.

A week ago, I received some news from my husband letting me know that it was time for us to pack and move again… military life is bittersweet, it’s rewarding but you make sacrifices. At first I was a bit upset knowing that we were going to have to move the kids again and have them start new schools and the list of sadness went on. Sometimes it’s hard to look at the bright side when you are thrown a curve ball when least expected, but we’ll get through it. Even though we’ll be moving in a matter of weeks, it won’t stop me from crafting and decorating our existing home one last time with pumpkins.

Every year I want to decorate with pretty white pumpkins but as soon as I see the orange it’s all over and I can’t walk away from them. I just love the traditional rustic look that they bring and Fall wouldn’t be the same if we didn’t have them in our home. Plus my three little ones absolutely love them as well.

I wanted to create a new DIY pumpkin craft because it’s always fun to create something that’s never been done before. However when I stumbled upon Martha Stewart’s Jar-o’-Lanterns I knew that I had to make them! This may not be a brand new jar craft but I was inspired to create and make something fun for my kids. It’s not always about creating something new and exciting, it’s also about being inspired by what’s already been created.

These Jack-o-Lantern Jars are the perfect addition to our hutch and they compliment our bright orange pumpkins.

 

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Here’s a list of the supplies needed:

Small Glass Jars (I used baby food and pasta sauce jars)
Goo Gone (or other product to remove the sticky labels)
Acrylic Paint (I used FolkArt in Pure Orange and Pumpkin)
Wire Cutters/Pliers
Black 20 Gauge Wire
Black Sharpie

 

Steps:

1. Thoroughly wash each glass jar use your Goo Gone (or similar product) to remove the sticky label from the jar. Dry jars with paper towels.

2. In a small cup or bowl mix your paint with a small amount of water until well blended.. Note: Don’t water down the paint too much or it will look clear-ish and runny on your jar.

3. Pour paint mixture into the empty jar. Roll the jar around until the paint has completely covered the inside of the jar.

4. Pour the excess paint back into your bowl. Note: Use a wet paper towel to wipe off any paint that may have dripped onto the outside of the jar.

5. Allow your jars to dry completely.

6. Once jars are dry, use the black sharpie to draw your jack-o-lantern faces.

4. Use your wire cutters to cut a piece of wire that will fit around the neck of the jar, plus a few extra inches so that you can twist the ends together.

5. Cut another piece of wire long enough for a handle, plus an extra 1/2 inch on each end.  Slide each end through the wire against the neck of the jar and fold up. Then twist the rest around the handle part of the wire. Use pliers to get it twisted nice and tight, trim off the excess wire, and bend the ends toward the jar.

 

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You will love making these jack-o-lantern jars!

 

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I hope this inspires you to create something pumpkiny! You can also join in on the pumpkin fun on Instagram by using the hashtag #octoberpumpkinpalooza to share your amazing pumpkin creations!

 

Take a little time and visit these amazing gals for more Pumpkin inspirations!

 

Monday

Cherished Bliss | Live Laugh Rowe | Paint Me Pink

Tuesday

Blesser House | House By Hoff | Craftberry Bush

Wednesday

Setting For Four | Little Glass Jar | Anderson + Grant

Thursday

Meadow Lake Road| At The Picket Fence | Thistlewood Farms

Friday

Tidbits | Dandelion Patina | Rustic and Woven

  • Michelle@DandelionPatina
    October 5, 2015

    AMAZING! Your photography is jaw dropping. Thank you so much for participating in Pumpkin Palooza with us. Your project is so adorable.

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      Michelle@DandelionPatina
      October 5, 2015

      You are just to sweet, Michelle! I’m having a blast sharing day one pumpkin projects! And I can’t wait to share the rest! Thank you so much for having me be part of this wonderful hop 🙂 XOXO

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  • Jamie | anderson + grant
    October 5, 2015

    These are so cute! I love how you have everything displayed with the white dishes and pumpkins in your cupboard.

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      Jamie | anderson + grant
      October 5, 2015

      Thank you so much, Jamie!! I would have all white if I could -hehe- but I’m a sucker for bright colors too 🙂 Have a beautiful day love! XOXO

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  • Kelly
    October 5, 2015

    Hi Norma!! How cute are these? Love how colorful and festive they are. Thanks for sharing! xo

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      Kelly
      October 5, 2015

      Thank you so much, Kelly! I had a fun time decorating and making jack-o-lantern jars 😀 and thank you for such a lovely comment! Have a beautiful day sweetie!

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  • Cami Graham
    October 5, 2015

    Wow! This whole set up is absolutely lovely! So excited to get to know you and your blog better – and I would have a super hard time being asked to move at the drop of a hat. Best of luck to you!

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      Cami Graham
      October 5, 2015

      Aww, chucks! Thanks Cami! I’m having such a great time getting to know all you lovely and talented gals! As for the move, I’m feeling better about and look forward to decorating a whole new home 🙂

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  • Erin @Meadow Lake Road
    October 5, 2015

    Your jar are adorable and look so good styled in your hutch with all of the other pumpkins and white dishes. I went with all white pumpkins this year and now you’ve got me rethinking that 🙂 The orange looks awesome in your gorgeous space!

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      Erin @Meadow Lake Road
      October 5, 2015

      Thank you so much, Erin! I’ve been wanting to decorate with white pumpkins but I give in once I see the orange ones hehehe One day I will decorate with white 🙂

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  • KariAnne Wood
    October 5, 2015

    You. Are. Amazing.

    I love the pumpkins and all that orange against the gray!

    Happy fall!
    karianne

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      KariAnne Wood
      October 5, 2015

      Oh, KariAnne! You are the sweetest! Have a beautiful day, love! XOXO

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  • Tonya | Rustic & Woven
    October 5, 2015

    Super cute!!! I love all the orange – and the jack-o-lantern jars work so well in your hutch. It’s a beautiful display!!

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      Tonya | Rustic & Woven
      October 5, 2015

      Thank you, Tonya!! I wasn’t sure what I was going to do with the hutch but I’m so glad everything came together at the end 🙂 I would have made more jack-o-lanterns if I had more jars hehehe Have a wonderful day sweetie!

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  • Heather
    October 5, 2015

    These are so adorable and fun! Love them displayed in your gorgeous hutch! Your room looks so cozy for Fall!

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      Heather
      October 5, 2015

      Thank you so much, Heather! I love decorating with pumpkins and I would have made a LOT more jack-o-lanterns if I had more jars hehe Have a beautiful day sweetie 🙂

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  • Cristina
    October 5, 2015

    So adorable! Love the jack-o-lanterns, pumpkins, and hey your beautiful pillow!

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      Cristina
      October 5, 2015

      Thank you so much, Cristina! I truly enjoyed putting everything together 🙂 I love my Fresh Pie pillow too heheh. Have a wonderful week sweetie and thank you so much for stopping by! XOXO

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  • Nellie
    October 6, 2015

    Norma,
    This is my first time to visit I think …..anyway your grey cabinet with all that white and orange just made my heart sing.
    It is so lovely. Those jack of lantern jars are just the cutest thing I have seen in a long time. You have such a gift for
    arranging things……….really your cabinet, white dishes and all that orange and all your photos are simply stunning.
    I am with you I love the traditional Fall colors but the neutrals have really grown on me too, so I use traditional
    in most of the rooms, and I do my living room in neutrals so I get the best of both worlds. lol
    Thanks for sharing ……this brighten up my day.
    Blessings for a Happy Fall,
    Nellie

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      Nellie
      October 6, 2015

      Thank you so much for such a lovely comment, Nellie! I keep wanting to decorate with white pumpkins, but I always end up buying the orange ones 🙂 What a super smart idea to have one room done in neutrals and have the best of both worlds. And I’m so happy you enjoyed the jack-o-lanterns jar project, I would have made more if I had more jars lol. Thank you again for stopping by and have a wonderful week! XOXO

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  • Vanessa
    October 6, 2015

    Norma those are so darling!! And somehow you managed to take this cute craft and blend it into an absolutely gorgeous environment and they blend seamlessly. It’s all beautiful!

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      Vanessa
      October 7, 2015

      You are to sweet, Vanessa! Thank you so much and I’m so happy you enjoyed my little display, because I truly enjoyed putting it together 🙂 I’m also super excited to be part of this wonderful group of ladies! Can’t wait to see your beautiful pumpkin creation! XOXO

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  • April Hoff
    October 7, 2015

    Your hutch, your table, your photography…where do I begin?! I love your fall decor and the clever way you’ve incorporated so many pumpkins! Absolutely gorgeous! I’m so excited to have been a part of this series with you! 🙂

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      April Hoff
      October 7, 2015

      Thank you for such kind words, April! I feel so honored to be apart of this party with you this week! XOXO

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  • Lucy AKINS
    October 7, 2015

    This is so so pretty…every photo it’s just so beautiful…xo

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      Lucy AKINS
      October 8, 2015

      Thank you for such kind words, Lucy! I feel so honoured to be apart of this pumpkin party with you this week! XOXO

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  • Lauren
    October 8, 2015

    Ahhh! I need more pumpkins in my life! And also a hutch in this exact color. LOVE your styling, Norma! Those jars are just adorable.

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      Lauren
      October 8, 2015

      You are so sweet! Thank you, Lauren!! I may have gone over board with the pumpkins, but I love them all! 🙂 Have a wonderful day sweetie! XOXO

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    October 8, 2015

    I was seriously swooning over this entire post! You nailed it girlfriend! I just love all of the pumpkins and adorable little jars!!! What a fun, crafty project! So fun working with you on this blog hop!

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      Ashley Broviak – Little Glass Jar
      October 9, 2015

      You are to sweet, Ashley! Thank you so much and I’m so happy you enjoyed my little display, because I truly enjoyed putting it together 🙂 I feel so honoured to be part of this party with you this week! XOXO

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  • Sarah
    October 9, 2015

    Love the pumpkins, but I am totally stuck on the pie pillow. Where did you find it?

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  • Cori
    October 23, 2015

    I love Love Love this hutch!!! So Beautiful
    Where did you get it and what color is it
    Thanks Cori

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      Cori
      November 20, 2015

      Hi Cori! So glad you like my hutch 🙂 I found this hutch on craigslist for $40! and the paint color I used is called Annominous by Behr paint. Thanks so much for stopping by!

      xoxo,
      Norma

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  • Linda
    September 30, 2016

    Any ideas where I can purchase that pillow with the different pies? My 82yo Mom makes delicious pies. She a wonderful baker! I would LOVE to purchase that pillow if possible. Thank You in Advance for any help you can give me

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  • divya sharma
    March 7, 2017

    Your talent makes me sin! Covet, covet, covet!!!! But I will try to be happy for you. Happy that God has gifted you so! Your place really is beautiful. Thank you for sharing and inspiring!

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