Comments on: diy project: alli coate’s lacy jars

By: Casey

Casey — Fri, 15 Aug 2008 14:33:54 +0000

When I think about the jars I have, I think about a. washing them a lot, and b. gripping tightly onto them as I try to unscrew or screw on the lids.

Do you think these jars are sturdy enough for that kind of use, or are they more of a decorative statement? I suppose using the wood glue may work better…

By: Mindy

Mindy — Wed, 30 Jul 2008 17:56:41 +0000

I love the look of these jars! I didn’t have much luck with the glue, but Matte finish ModPodge worked really well. It took 5 thin coats with a foam brush to produce a nice frosted look. It’s pretty much waterproof once dry though. I alternated the brush direction between coats so the brush strokes aren’t noticeable. I painted the lids with acrylic and finished with 2 coats of the ModPodge on those too. Fun project and great for gifts!

By: Katie Larson

Katie Larson — Wed, 16 Jul 2008 17:46:49 +0000

Alli, It’s so great to see you at designsponge!! Love your project, hope you are doing well in Provi!

By: paperNstitch

paperNstitch — Tue, 15 Jul 2008 05:35:36 +0000

i have seen these before and thought they were so beautiful. thanks for the tutorial and i will definitely stop by alli’s shop and see what i can find.

By: dandelion house

dandelion house — Thu, 10 Jul 2008 03:22:46 +0000

What kind of paint works well on lids? These are great, and I love the lid colors–but I’ve painted lids before with ungreat results.

By: lusummers

lusummers — Sat, 05 Jul 2008 19:22:02 +0000

ni – in the uk you can get a ‘weather resistant’ wood glue that’s basically pva which would make it more water resistant. i’m sure there’s something similar in the states, just ask for it in your local diy store. it’s by ‘evo-stick’.

By: ni

ni — Fri, 04 Jul 2008 23:08:56 +0000

sooo cute! i wonder if theres any other adhesive that could be used that would be more water resistant than elmers. any ideas?

By: la casita de wendy

la casita de wendy — Fri, 04 Jul 2008 21:15:54 +0000

i love the idea!!!

By: Christina R

Christina R — Fri, 04 Jul 2008 20:47:36 +0000

I’ve always wondered what to do with all the jars I save. I hate to throw them away, and I don’t have anywhere to recycle them in my area. This would be perfect for my crafting supplies. And so cute, too!

By: Fabio

Fabio — Fri, 04 Jul 2008 07:59:52 +0000

I like that idea. The photos are beautiful too. :)