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Mason jars are classic American kitchen staples, so it's fitting that you can also make DYI Fourth of July decorations out of ...

With a few mason jars, a bit of paint, and some Mod Podge, you can DIY your own patriotic decor that's perfect for ...

You can add charm to any space with old mason jars. But rather than thrifting, why not try a fun DIY that makes the ones you already have look vintage?

I store all of my leftover paint in Mason jars. The jars are much smaller than the cans, are uniform in size so that they’re easy to store, are air-tight, and will last for many years.

I store all of my leftover paint in Mason jars. The jars are much smaller than the cans, are uniform in size so that they’re easy to store, are air-tight, and will last for many years.

I store all of my leftover paint in mason jars. The jars are much smaller, are uniform in size so they’re easy to store, are air-tight and will last for many years. Plus, you can see the color ...

Heloise Dear Heloise: My suggestion is about paint storage. Please do not store leftover paint (both oil-based and latex) in the original can unless you’ll be using it within a few days. I store all ...

I store all of my leftover paint in mason jars. The jars are much smaller than the cans, are uniform in size so that they're easy to store, are air-tight, and will last for many years.

I store all of my leftover paint in mason jars. The jars are much smaller than the cans, are uniform in size so that they're easy to store, are air-tight, and will last for many years.

I store all of my leftover paint in mason jars. The jars are much smaller than the cans, are uniform in size so that they're easy to store, are air-tight, and will last for many years.

This may be the first year in the history of the I Madonnari Chalk Painting Festival that I missed the actual festival. Merlie and I were on a three week 1200 mile road trip from Kentucky to DC on up ...