Project #1~ Lace Mason Jar Lantern

This is a beautiful craft this is ridiculously easy! I'll go ahead and tell how I made it since it isn't a Christmas present ;).  John and I are using these at our wedding and reception next month, but I think they would be gorgeous anywhere- garden parties, patios, even your mantle.

Here is what you need-
Mason jars, tape or hot glue, scissors, tea lights, and wide lace.

PS I bought a whole role of flat, cheap lace in Daphne at their fabric/lace warehouse.  I won't ever buy lace anywhere else again! They are the best.

There really aren't many steps in this craft. I trimmed the edges off my lace.  Some spools of lace come pre-cut, which is awesome, but mine didn't.  After trimming, cut the lace big enough to go all the way around the jar.  I used tape to attach it to the jar, but I'm sure you could use hot glue as well.  I just had tape handy.

And you're done! Light the tea candle and drop it to the bottom.  Now you have a beautiful, vintage inspired lantern that gives off a romantic glow! The picture doesn't do it justice (sorry- my phone camera isn't all that hot).  The darker the place, the better it looks!

To do something different, you could use other colors of lace, embellish with ribbons, or spray the jar with glitter adhesive then stick on the lace (this is the one I am dying to try!).  Hope you are inspired!