36 DIY Halloween Mason Jars You Can Use in Every Room of Your Home
These spooky crafts aren't just decorations.
Okay, we admit it. We're more than a little obsessed with Mason jar crafts. The endearing little glass jug is not only a must for canning and pickling food, but it's also an incredibly versatile tool for DIY projects. And there just might be no other time of the year more perfect for crafting with Mason jars than Halloween. With a little ingenuity and a bit of skill, you can inexpensively turn the beloved vessel into a hair-raising (or maybe just super cute) drink decanter, candle holder, soap dispenser, and so much more. We've even collected yummy recipes that serve Halloween treats in Mason jars. And of course, if you're just looking for nifty do-it-yourself Halloween decorations, we've found ideas for that, as well.
Want to spend some quality time with the kiddos while you're working on your DIY Halloween Mason jars? You'll find more ideas that make the best Halloween crafts for all ages. Just be prepared—we're rounded up so many fun, creative projects, you just might end up as obsessed with Mason jar Halloween crafting as we are. If you do manage to tear yourself away from these projects, be sure to take a peek at our cool DIY Halloween DIY Halloween wreaths, DIY Halloween masks, and DIY Halloween costumes for women ideas.
Mummy Soda Float
Don't be fooled by this spooky drink—it's actually in a Mason jar! Just wrap it with crepe paper and add jewels for eyes.
Get the tutorial at Lolly Jane.
Etched Glass Mason Jar Luminaries
Light up your Halloween night with these Mason jar luminaries that look like etched glass but are actually created with a Cricut and vinyl.
Get the tutorial at A Princess and a Pumpkin.
Halloween Hand Soap
Make every room in your house feel spooky—even your bathroom! This Mason jar hand soap contains a haunting surprise.
Get the tutorial at Happy Go Lucky.
DIY Mason Jar Halloween Decorations
A killer project to do with the littles this All Hallows' Eve, these eerie Mason jars will also make perfect accessories for your Halloween party table.
Get the tutorial at Meraki Lane.
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Halloween Candy Jars
Make your candy jar more Halloween-appropriate with a bat, pumpkin, and ghost stencil. They look pretty and allow a sneak peek at the goods inside.
Get the tutorial at Positively Splendid.
DIY Scarecrow Mason Jar
This smiling face probably won't scare anyone, but it sure is cute.
Get the tutorial at Easy Peasy and Fun.
Painted Pumpkin Mason Jars
This subtly decorated Mason jar makes for a beautiful Halloween centerpiece.
Get the tutorial at It All Started With Paint.
Candy Corn Jars
Calling all candy corn lovers: This tri-colored craft belongs in your home.
Get the tutorial at Mason Jar Crafts.
DIY Halloween Party Bone Straws
These Mason jar drink mugs will be a hit at your next monster mash thanks to their bone-chilling straws. The skeleton segment is super simple to make, too, from polymer clay.
Get the tutorial at Crafts Unleashed.
Halloween Mason Jars Craft
This charming Mason jar craft not only comes with nicely detailed instructions, but it's also useful as a catchall for everything from pens to Halloween candy and even scissors.
Get the tutorial at Color Made Happy.
Painted Vases
Tie chalkboard tags on these white-painted vases and write different spirited messages on them throughout the season.
Get the tutorial at Real Housemoms.
Gothic Lace DIY Halloween Mason Jar Candle Holders
Mysterious and spooky, if not altogether ooky, these black lace Mason jar candle holders are ideal decor for a Halloween dinner party.
Get the tutorial at Entertaining Diva.
Ghosts in a Jar
These trapped ghouls are a spooky—but not too scary—touch to your autumn decor.
Get the tutorial at Landeelu.
Quick and Easy Halloween Treat Jars
Because this craft only takes 15 minutes to make, it's a great Halloween project for busy families on the go. Fill the Mason jars with treats and you've got a spooktacular hostess or teacher gift!
Get the tutorial at Happiness is Homemade.
Pumpkin Jars
Customize your own containers with smiley, spooky, or silly jack-o'-lantern faces.
Get the tutorial at Make It and Love It
Ghost Lantern
Boo! This ghost Mason jar ghost lantern is adorably easy.
Get the tutorial at Simply Kierste.
String Light Jar
It's hard to be spooked out by a skeleton when it's got a cute little bow on its head!
Get the tutorial at Yesterday on Tuesday.
DIY Pumpkin Jars
We already showed you how to make apple-themed Mason jars, so it's only fitting that you add some cute pumpkin-themed ones to your collection.
Get the tutorial at The 36th Avenue.
Fizzy Pumpkin Party Drinks
Use orange juice, lemon-lime soda, pineapple juice, and orange sherbet to create a fizzy drink that kids will love.
Get the recipe at The House of Smiths.
Zombie Mason Jars
Thinking about a zombie-themed Halloween party? These living dead Mason jars packed with treats will make a great favor. And don't forget the free brain printable to top the whole thing off!
Get the tutorial at Crafts by Amanda.
Jennifer Aldrich was the editorial assistant for CountryLiving.com.
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