Repurpose Glass Yogurt Jars For An Easy DIY Centerpiece With Just Paint Or Ribbons

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If you're looking to freshen up your home decor and entertaining tablescapes for a new season, stop before you go to the store and spend your hard-earned money. An enchanting decor upgrade may be waiting in your fridge or recycling bin. When you find creative ways to upcycle kitchen staples, you save money, divert landfill waste, and get to flex your artistic skills. And if you're a yogurt fan, you're already halfway to a charming new centerpiece. 

We've looked at how to turn empty yogurt containers into clever countertop organization, but you can also transform glass yogurt jars into kitchen and dining room centerpieces. Many yogurts, like French Oui yogurt, come in glass jars because they preserve yogurt better and they're more sustainable. Glass yogurt jars are endlessly versatile for kitchen and dining room showcases, but no matter how you style them, start by thoroughly cleaning them. Then, you can keep things as simple as wrapping some twine, ribbon, or lace around them. Fill them with water, pop in fresh flowers or herbs, and poof: You've got the sweetest, most country-chic vignette. For a centerpiece, cluster several together — for a bit more depth and interest, create levels with pillar candle holders and pedestals so some jars are higher than others. Alternatively, simply scatter them on the table for a more bohemian look.

Take things to the next level with upcycling glass yogurt jars into centerpieces and tablescape decor. You can fully paint the jars — use acrylic paint for a lasting finish. For different patterns, turn to decoupage. With some decorative napkins and Mod Podge glue and sealer (found on Amazon), you can create glass-jar decor to fit any season, holiday, occasion, or kitchen aesthetic. Make sure your glass is clean and smooth and then cover it in Mod Podge with a paint brush or sponge — you can paint it first for an opaque finish. Separate the layers of decorative napkins and carefully apply just the top layer with the pattern onto the jar, taking time to smooth any wrinkles. Add another layer of Mod Podge and let it dry overnight. Once they're dry, you can adorn them further with ribbon, twine, lace, glitter, etc. 

In addition to fresh flowers, you can also pop in artificial flowers for lower maintenance, or even tea lights — a mix of both creates a beautiful mix. These look stunning scattered around a table and make for genius place settings. For a centerpiece with real drama, create a hanging display: When wrapping twine or ribbon around the jar's rim, leave a loop so it can hang. Fill the jars with flowers, candles, or both, then hang them from the rods of a mug rack like this Amazon find, Bellglee coffee mug tree. You'll have a million-dollar look, all with recyclables and things you have hanging around the house.