My Altered Jar Art

When I posted about altered jar art, I had just given away the results of my handiwork. I had nothing to show for because I forgot to take pictures of them.

This time I remembered though and share them in the hope it will add to the list of ideas and options for jar projects.

It is an empty spice jar, about 4 inches tall, washed thoroughly and stripped of its labels. A small, oval piece of wood which fitted perfectly in the jar functions as the foundation.

There are a few reasons for using a foundation:
First of all, you can make the entire creation outside the jar. This is much easier to do then gluing piece by piece inside it.
Second, once the project is done the basis will give a better stronghold for the glue to adhere to the glass bottom.

Of course you can glue the objects directly on to the bottom. You will need a long pair of tweezers being able to position the items all the way down in the jar, a steady hand and lots of patience.

The objects I used are small twigs with acorns growing on them and a dried acorn leaf. While you are in the process of your artwork, it is wise seeing that the project fits through the opening of the jar. In case it doesn't, you can easily adjust it.

Before gluing the end result in the jar, spray or paint it with a gloss or semi-gloss polyurethane; this enhances the colors and also strengthens the entire structure. Let it dry well before putting it in its permanent place.

A few drops in the rim of the lid will keep it from coming off and a ribbon with a small bow gives it a more finished look.

That is it in a nut shell or in this case: in a small jar!