Mason Jars into Elegant Garden Lanterns

Mason jars work great as upcycling material: they look pretty (no need for extra decor) and are rather thick and reliable (they aren't even afraid of open fire).

Here's a detailed tutorial on creating stylish mason jar lanterns to decorate your garden.

You will need:

• 1 pint or ½ pint mason jars
• 2-2 ½ feet of bailing wire per lantern
• Sand
• Votive or tea light candles

Tools:

• Pencil
• Wire cutters
• Needle Nose Pliers

More cool DIY ideas for garden lanterns

• DIY Metal Cans Garden Laterns
• How to Make Recycled Wine Bottle Torch