There are a million things you can do with mason jars. Mason jars are very versatile, often being used for crafts; however, have you ever thought of changing up the colors of the jars to create a whole new look to your projects? This tutorial will teach you how to tint the glass of a mason jar, and it’s simpler than you would imagine. Follow the steps below to create beautifully colored jars!
What You Need
- a mason jar
- food coloring
- glue
- a small bowl for mixing
Getting Started
First, add about one tablespoon of water in a bowl and your desired amount of food coloring to it. The amount of food coloring will determine how pigmented the jar will be. Anything less than ten drops will not show up. Below is a reference of how pigmented 20, 40, and 60 drops of food coloring is.
Next, add about one tablespoon of glue to the mason jar. Add the water and food coloring solution into the mason jar as well, and mix it thoroughly.
Coat the jar with the mixture and pour the rest out into a bowl. This mixture can be reused for another jar.
Let the jar sit upside down for 10 minutes while you preheat the oven to 200 degrees Fahrenheit.
Place your jars downwards on a baking tray lined with parchment paper then put them in the oven for 15 minutes. After 15 minutes, flip them so they are right sides up. Leave them in for another 15 minutes.
Just like that, you are done! Experiment with different colors and different amounts of food coloring. You can even make separate batches of colored glue and put them in one mason jar for a tie-dye look. The possibilities are endless!
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