https://www.cutoutandkeep.net/projects/button-jars • Posted by Mark Montano
Recycle your old jars to make a cute button lidded jar set to organize your doodads!
Recycle your old jars to make a cute button lidded jar set to organize your doodads!
Drill Scrap wood Hammer Here's a photo of what you'll need: Jars with metal lids Americana Decor Chalky Finish Paint in Black (Carbon) Americana Decor Chalky Finish Paint Sanding block or sandpaper Wax Black cord Paintbrush
Hit your lids with a hammer to give them an aged/beat up look *Not too much, they still need to fit on your jars Mark your holes and drill them Paint the lids with black chalky finish paint
Watch the video tutorial here:
After the black paint is dry, rub wax along the edges and dents on the lid Paint the lids again in different colors Lightly sand the lids to expose the black paint on the dents and edges Thread with the black cord Tie a knot on the underside of the lid