Five Crafts to Satisfy your Fall Aesthetic

October 2, 2017 Fall is one of BOB’s favorite seasons. The leaves are changing, the nights grow colder and sweaters become our best friend. What better way to host family night than with inexpensive do-it-yourself crafts? With these kid- and adult-friendly projects, you’re in for a crafting spree. BOB picked a few crafts he thinks would be the perfect addition to any home’s fall décor!

Leaf Jars With Candles

Items needed:

  • Mason Jar
  • Leaves (real or artificial)
  • Hot Glue Gun
  • Flameless Tealights
  • Twine

Getting into the fall spirit isn’t difficult, especially when the scenery is as breathtaking as the smell of apple pie. What once were branches filled with rich green undertones are now painted in an array of fluorescent red and orange. In this craft, we take those beautiful red and orange leaves and put them to great use! To begin, you’ll need to decide how many jars you want in your display. Noted above in the picture, this DIY artist used mason jars as well as old candle jars for her display on the windowsill. Once you pick your jars, begin to lay out all the leaves (real or artificial) on your table. Plug in your hot glue gun; start to place your first leaf inside the jar. Apply each leaf to cover the inside of the jar. Be careful to not burn yourself on the hot glue as you will be applying the leaves quickly. BOB suggests having a few spare glue sticks on hand so you don’t run out in the middle of crafting. Once you have covered the inside of the jar to your liking, begin to tie twine around the mouth of the jar. The last step is to turn on the tealight, put it inside the jar, then put the jar in your fall décor destination. Courtesy of: SparkandChemistry

Party Utensil Holders

Items needed:

  • Mason Jar
  • Jar Ring
  • Utensil of Choice (forks, spoons, knives)
  • Twine
  • Candy of Choice

Fall themed parties are some of BOB’s favorite to host! This year, he has decided to add a new arrangement to his party decorations. Why use a cup for utensils when you can create a beautiful holder/candy jar all-in-one? For this craft, you need to decide on the sizes of your jars. As pictured, you can choose to put the candy corn, or whatever candy fits your fall taste buds, at the bottom of the jars. To begin, wash your jars thoroughly, and make sure the jars are completely dry before moving onto the next step. Screw the jar ring back on the jar securely, then grab the twine. You can either add decorations to the twine, such as beads, or you can simply tie the twine around the neck of your jar. Then, put your candy in position at the bottom, as pictured above. Finish this simple DIY off with the utensils facing up for easy grab and go! Courtesy of: Worthtryingdiyprojects.com

Fall Mason Jar Vase

Items needed:

  • Four Pint Size (16 oz) Mason Jars
  • Jar Rings
  • Acrylic Paint
  • Parchment Paper
  • Paint Brushes
  • Twine
  • Flowers of Choice

A craft as simple as this deserves a round of applause. Do you love painting, showing off your calligraphy skills and flower arrangements? If so, then you are sure to love this vase set. Begin by thoroughly cleaning all four of the pint-sized mason jars, as the jars must be cleaned and dried before painting. The lids will need to be separated from the jar and laid on parchment paper. It’s your decision what colors you use, but BOB suggests using typical fall colors, as pictured, in a multi-surface or suitable for glass acrylic paint. Next, BOB recommends using two coats of paint per jar in case the first coat is too light. While the jars are drying, you can paint the lids either the same color or another color of your choice. Once the jars have completely dried, you can either free-hand or use stencils for the letters F-A-L-L on each jar. If you use transfer paper, make sure your letters face the correct way when printing them out with a few test runs on scrap paper. Once the jars and rings are completely dry, to wrap everything up, attach the rings, tie twine around the neck and place your favorite floral arrangement in each jar. Courtesy of: Etsy

Maple Tree Leaf Globe

Items needed:

  • Mason Jars with Lid
  • Hot Glue Gun
  • Twigs or Sticks
  • Twine
  • Silk Leaves
  • 2 oz. Package Metallic Confetti (Red, Yellow and Orange)
  • Tap Water

Searching for the perfect project that’s simple and kid-friendly? Look no further! Help the kids create a globe of their own this fall season. Start this craft off by adding metallic confetti to your jar and then fill the jar to the brim with tap water. Plug in your hot glue gun and grab a few extra glue sticks, as previously stated. Make sure the lid is nice and clean before gluing the twig or stick to the lid. BOB suggests you allow plenty of time for this piece to dry in place. Once dry, line the rim of the lid with plenty of glue. Screw the lid in place gently, as not to break the twig or stick in the jar. While the lid is drying, tie the twine and silk leaves around the lid. Turn the jar upside down and you have successfully created a fall themed globe with the kids! Courtesy of: Premeditated Leftovers

Balloon Dipped Candy Corn Jar

Items needed:

  • Mason Jars
  • White, Yellow and Orange Balloons
  • Scissors
  • Candles

Another fun craft to create with the kids are these balloon-dipped candy corn jars. These jars are simple yet fun, not to mention versatile in any household. First, cut off the skinny “stem” of the balloons, try to make these cuts as even as possible. For the white and yellow balloons, cut off the rounded end. Do not cut off the rounded end of the orange balloon, though. Pull the white balloon over the top of the mason jar, turn it over, pull the yellow balloon to the center of the jar, then pull the orange balloon around the bottom. Overlap the balloons on the jar to mesh the colors together. Finally, put your favorite scented candle in the mason jar for the full fall experience! Courtesy of: Kristin Appenbrink, Brit + Co BOB loves how he can use mason jars in all aspects of his life. Now he wants to hear from you! Find any of these crafts inspiring? Plan on trying out a few? Tag us on Twitter, @BOBforFOOD, with your favorite fall design for a chance to be featured!

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