{"id":449228,"date":"2023-12-16T18:44:29","date_gmt":"2023-12-16T18:44:29","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/totalcelnews.com\/?p=449228"},"modified":"2023-12-16T18:44:29","modified_gmt":"2023-12-16T18:44:29","slug":"four-ways-save-money-by-giving-old-candle-jars-a-new-lease-of-life-the-sun","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/totalcelnews.com\/lifestyle\/four-ways-save-money-by-giving-old-candle-jars-a-new-lease-of-life-the-sun\/","title":{"rendered":"Four ways save money by giving old candle jars a new lease of life | The Sun"},"content":{"rendered":"

IF you\u2019re a fan of flickering candles, you\u2019re probably left with a load of sooty, waxed-up jars.<\/strong><\/p>\n

But they can be given a new lease of life, for all sorts of different uses.<\/p>\n

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Here are some bright ideas to get you started\u2009.\u2009.\u2009.\u2009<\/p>\n

TOP OF THE POTS:<\/strong> Freeze the jar for a few hours to remove leftover wax \u2014 then use the cleaned jar to store stationery. <\/p>\n

It will be perfect for pens, paper clips and mini-magnets. <\/p>\n

While you\u2019re at it, fill it with loose coins and other odds and ends. <\/p>\n

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Or you can use it in the bathroom to store loose face pads, hairbands and cotton buds.<\/p>\n

LOOKING GLASS:<\/strong> The clear glass makes a great starting point for a small display ornament. <\/p>\n

Fill jars with pretty shells, shiny stones or, best of all, a collection of sea glass gathered at the beach. <\/p>\n

Or fit a string of micro fairy lights inside each jar for a sparkling display.<\/p>\n

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GO GREEN:<\/strong> Use jars as pots for mini- plants \u2014 but they have no drainage, so add a layer of gravel beneath a topping of compost.<\/p>\n

Avoid moisture-loving plants that need lots of water and choose cacti or mini-succulents instead. <\/p>\n

You could also use a collection of jars to create a windowsill herb garden.<\/p>\n

Rosemary and thyme don\u2019t need much water.<\/p>\n

PAINT IT PRETTY:<\/strong> Glass paint can totally transform a plain jar, which can then be reused with a tealight as a new adornment for the home.<\/p>\n

For budding artists, the glass is the perfect blank canvas on which to create intricate designs and let the imagination run wild.<\/p>\n

Even those who are less confident with paint can add simple patterns to create an interesting new look. <\/p>\n

Vertical lines, dots and flowers are easy for anyone to do. <\/p>\n

Use gold or silver, and festive shapes, to create a new look in time for Christmas.<\/p>\n