The Many Uses of Apothecary Jars
Tuesday, 30 June 2009 8:29 am byIf you read this blog regularly, then you know how much I love the simple accents that deliver a great BIG IMPACT. And reception decor is one of my favorite places to start! Let’s talk about apothecary jars… not just for cotton swabs and Q-tips anymore! The many ways you can use an apothecary jar is limited only by your creativity.
To Name a Few Uses: as centerpieces… at the candy buffet… as sand ceremony jars… as wish jars
What to Put in Them: here’s the really fun part… candy, nuts, flowers, fruit, potpourri, sand, seashells, marbles, soaps, buttons, favorite collectibles, fall leaves, rocks, gems, live plants {turn them into mini terrariums}.
Use an attractive apothecary jar to incorporate the theme of your wedding. For instance~ if your having a beach wedding~ use coral, shells, driftwood. If it’s a Fall wedding… use colorful leaves, mini gourds, grapevine…
Here’s a fun idea... make copies of old family wedding photos for people to take out and admire. Perfect for a vintage style wedding or simply for conversation and including family members {present and not} in a unique way.

If you want jars that have a unified look, shop places like Michaels to buy in bulk or if eclectic is more your style, shop thrift, antique stores and yard sales.
What do you think?
Categories: Inspiration

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the Perfect Palette :
Date: June 30, 2009 @ 12:55 pm
great stuff!
Karen - The Last Detail :
Date: June 30, 2009 @ 3:17 pm
Love it! Not just for candy anymore!
Lisa :
Date: July 1, 2009 @ 7:45 am
The flowers give them a really romantic look
Nicole R. :
Date: July 1, 2009 @ 8:26 am
Love them! I love your idea with the coral inside, driftwood, shells inside
Maria Harbert :
Date: July 2, 2009 @ 8:27 pm
These would make perfect unity vases for a unity sand ceremony! Nice.
Maria
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The Perfect Palette :
Date: July 7, 2009 @ 10:44 pm
definitely a fun visual
Brynn :
Date: July 15, 2009 @ 9:05 pm
This is a great idea for the bride that doesn’t want to go as “country” or “shabby chic” as a mason jar, but still likes the fun feel of jars.