Mason jars, how I love their charm! The glass isn't fussy, they can do just about anything and they remind people (especially me) of family tradition. I think mason jars are so cute that my grandmother, mother and I homemade grape jelly and filled 170+ 3 oz. jars for favors we are giving to the guests at the reception. Now that was a lot of work!
Mason jars are a relatively inexpensive way of personalizing your reception decor. Something about them just screams southern hospitality! I love they way they look hanging together with small candles burning inside. More antique versions come in gorgeous colors perfect for a beach themed wedding. Also, I'm convinced that by using them you can do some up-cycling after the wedding-- think recycle, but cooler! After all of the movin' and shakin' from the wedding has died down, you can make your foray into domesticity by pickling vegetables or making jams and jellies. I know I'll be spending a few relaxing Saturday afternoons with a family recipe for hot pepper jelly and our leftover jars!
I've even seen these jars filled with sand and candles to make clustered centerpieces, or filled with gumballs at a candy buffet. I have even seen them hanging from shepherd's hooks and filled with flowers from the farmer's market as ceremony decor for an outdoor country style wedding. Plus, these jars are relatively easy to find: think local super centers, grocery stores, etc. and somewhat inexpensive. The possibilities are endless!
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