- By Bornika Das
- Tue, 05 Aug 2025 08:28 PM (IST)
- Source:JND
DIY Old Jar Hacks: Often, there are times when you have an empty jar in your kitchen and you end up trashing it in the dustbin. But before throwing them, think again! Those glass or plastic jars, which are most of the time considered a waste, are key to adding charm, organisation and creativity to your home. With a few minutes and a touch of imagination, these versatile containers can be transformed into charming decorative pieces, functional storage solutions, and personalised accents, reflecting your style without spending a hefty amount. Besides, upcycling jars is an eco-friendly way to reduce waste while giving a new look to the home.
Before recycling and reusing the old jars, it is important to treat them well so that they are sanitised and ready-to-be-used. Use soap solution and soak them in, preferably overnight, so that the insides of the jar are well cleaned. Once soaked, wash them thoroughly and leave them to dry for at least 12-24 hours. After drying, do a small check. If you get even a subtle smell, go over the process again. If it passes the smell check, you can safely reuse it for DIY hacks for home decor. Here are some practical and creative ways in which you can use old jars to transform your home in minutes.
DIY Home Decor With Recycled Jars
Kitchen Storage
Old jars can be used to keep rice, lentils, flour, sugar, nut mix, dried fruits and others. Moreover, depending on the utility, each item is bought in abundance or in smaller quantities and thus their storage space also differs. While a big jar with a thick bottom is good for storing rice, a medium–sized jar works well for lentils or sugar and a small, dessert jar for exotic items on the kitchen shelf. The presence of jars in the kitchen also enhances the aesthetic vibes and the overall view of it.
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Beverage Counter
Nothing can be more classy than keeping your favourite beverage in the old upcycled jar. If you have a love for different types of teas and coffees, then specify each jar for each beverage and stick labels on top of them to remember which is what. In fact, writing the names with your own hands gives it a very personalised touch.
Pickle Holders
Our grandparents used to keep pickles in jars. Thus, by recycling old jars, we can keep pickles in them as well as bring back the nostalgic feeling of our childhood and memories of our grandparents. Old jars are best used to douse the pickle ingredients in oil, which acts as a preservative and are stored for some time. The more you store, the better becomes the taste. To store these pickles, large jars are used.
Old Jars For Home Decor (Image Credits: Canva)
Indoor Garden
Opt for growing some indoor plants that would help in your cooking and garnishing in old jars. All you need is some soil, seeds and monitored watering. Place these jars on the window sills or anywhere appropriate and watch life grow inside them.
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Artsy Mind
If you have a knack for art and craft, then you can make the best use of old jars by making an essential oil dispenser or even creating lights from them. You can just add some fiery lights inside the jar and place it on the dining room for that charming effect.