An Ode to the Mason Jar

strawberry jam

You are found in cupboards holding preserves, peaches and buttons.

You are humble and timeless and strong.

And now you are shabby chic.

mason jar flowers

Coveted by brides with shining eyes and good taste.

You are big enough to quench a summer thirst, yet small enough to fit inside the ‘c’ of a  human hand.

mason jar drink

You are versatile.

You light the way.

mason jar lanterns

You adorn.

mason jar wedding vase

You satisfy.

mason jar candy buffet

You mark.

mason jar flowers

You are ubiquitous and cheap.

Come here. I want to hold you.

mason jar lemonade

Photo One: Intimate Weddings Photo Two: Pins and Needles; Photo Three: Adam and Eve Weddings; Photo Four: Elizabeth Anne Designs ; Photo Five: Casa Sugar; Photo Six: Weeping Cherries; Photo Seven: Love Life Images; Photo Eight: Brides.com

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6 Responses to “An Ode to the Mason Jar”

  1. I love these so much! I am just sad they don’t fit into my theme…I am still crying over the jars…haha.

  2. You’ve made Mason jars look down-right classy. What a bunch of beautiful ideas!

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