Make It Monday: From Mayo Jar to Faux Stone Vase

Hi Pals

I'm pretty late posting today... we finally have some gorgeous weather in Seattle and I'm making the most of it.

I know I've mentioned my hoarding habit my habit of collecting containers. I have the hardest time putting something in the recycling or *gasp* the trash if I think it can be reused.  That's why I was so excited when I saw this project in Do It Yourself Magazine.

Supplies:  Clean plastic container (I went with a mayo jar.  A syrup or ketchup bottle works well too).  You also need newspaper, Decoupage Finish (or make your own-- 1 part white glue to 3 parts water), acrylic paint, a craft knife, and (optional) a piece of chipboard or cardboard in a shape.  Any color paint works, I wanted to go for a "faux stone" look

Cut the newspaper into strips. Brush one side of the strips with Decoupage and put one layer of newspaper on the bottle.  Do the same to the chipboard.  If necessary, trim excess newspaper from chipboard with the craft knife.

When it's dry, paint acrylic paint on the jar and chipboard.  I used black as a base coat.

Since I was going for the "stone" look, I used an old sponge to dab taupe paint over the black paint

Glue on the chipboard, throw some flowers in and you're done

I'm linking up to these fun parties.  

 

Coming up this week-- a special deal from a darling shop for Yesterday on Tuesday readers.  Check back for more info. Also, my friend Annette is sharing her famous salad recipe, and later this week, I'm interviewing Rory from Tools are For Women Too.  In case you don't know him yet, Rory is one of the nicest folks out there in the blog world.  He recently started new blog party on Thursday where you're encouraged to link up your etsy shop or product website.  Check it out.

On another (personal) note.  If you happen to be up this evening (or have TiVo) check out ABC's Nightline tonight.  My husband Neal got to sit down with Zac Efron-- messing with my mind in the process.

Zac and Neal

I got a phone call the day I knew the interview was set for.  This is what I heard on the other end of the line "Hey... It's Zac Efron."  Zac Efron!  My mind was racing.  There was a pause.  I was frozen.  Then my husband started laughing. He totally got me.  WhatEVER!  I thought.  Then about an hour later, the phone rang again.  I answered it.  "Hi, It's Zac Efron."  O-K I said, thinking my husband doesn't know what to quit. "No really, it's Zac Efron.  I'm sitting here with your husband." 

There I was, standing in he middle of Trader Joe's on the phone with Zac Efron. Honestly, I am not sure what happened next. But Zac was very nice.  And the phone call made my day.  Thanks Neal!  And Zac.  

I have something special from Zac to share with a YOT reader.. come on back for details.

BIG Hug!  Malia

Comments

[Dorian]

Great Job! I found you at one of your linky parties, and was instantly drawn to this. I have a habit of "collecting" jars too...so I'll definently use this!

[www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=604407761]

I love how the jar sets of the beauty of the hydrangea! Reading down your post, I was thinking "Isn't that Zac Efron?" (who's on the Today Show Today) and yup, it was, how very cool!

[Sarah]

Whoa!! He is one hottie :)

And your project turned out beautifully!

[Shydub]

Thats really cool. Zac efron and your hubby. wow.

btw, im your newest follower from Tuesday tag along.

http://www.tsangreqz.com/2010/07/tuesday-tag-along-3.html

[When did I become my Mom]

Hey I'm just now seeing this! I missed the interview but that's awesome of your hubby AND Zac Efron. :-)

[Robin]

Cute! you should link this up to my upcycled Awesome linky party! http://tinyurl.com/Upcycled7

[Kim @ Everything Etsy]

Love it...and what a fun phone call! :)

~Kim

[Karoline]

OMG Malia, how fun! We watch your hubby on ABC all the time, he's great!
-Karoline
Love the vase too, btw.

[stan williams -- the elegant thrifter]

Fantastic mayonnaise jar transformation!

[Staci Johnson]

Wow!! That's a pretty cool transformation, I learn so many cool things every day!! Really, Zac Effron!!!
Visiting from justsewsassy.com

[Jenn Erickson/Rook No. 17]

Hi Malia, That faux stone vase is simply too cool! Great technique and way to go green by upcycling a mayo jar! I love it! Love the Zac Effron bit too ~ he's a cutie!

Thank you for linking up to the "BACK-TO-SCHOOL BLOG HOP WITH ROOK NO. 17". If you get a chance, please stop back by to grab the button for the blog hop. Hope it brings you some good mojo and some new followers! Warmest wishes, Jenn/Rook No. 17

[Eloise C]

That really turned out wonderful, thanks so much for sharing with us!
I am a new follower from New Friend Friday, so glad to have found your blog. I look forward to seeing more of your creations. Hope you have a beautiful weekend!

Eloise
Mommy2TwoGirls
http://mommy2twogirls.blogspot.com/

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[Holly L]

Malia - this is fabulous! I just love something that comes from "nothing." So pretty!

My friend will pass out when I tell her your Zac story!

[Roeshel @ The DIY Show Off]

SO pretty! I love it!

Zac?! My daughter would faint. ;)