Oh play-doh, you have such a strong hold over my children but you are such a messy activity. And why is it that the play-doh container is not only child proof but adult proof, as well? Plus, by the time I’ve got the kiddos secured in their high chairs and have the play-doh out, they are both in shrill hysterics. Just give mama another five minutes to pry those lids off…. Today I am sharing Mason Jar Play-Dough!
I first saw this idea from the amazing and talented Lolly Jane blog. Not only are these containers completely adorable, but also with the simplest twist and that crazy play-doh is accessible. And all the mothers give a huge sigh of relief.
First, I set out all my play-doh and my farm animal figurines. I grabbed a bag of the animals at my local Hobby Lobby for a few dollars.
It looked like my animals were ready for an animal march! Off to Play-doh land we go…
I had read that it was best to attach the figurines to the mason jar lids prior to painting. I searched our garage high and low for some super glue but no such luck. So, I took it to the next level and used Liquid Nails. Those animals are never getting away.
{disclaimer: no animals were hurt during this DIY project}
I selected eight different craft paints and started giving everything their first coat of paint.
I gave the lids and animals (and my fingers) three coats of paint.
Look at all those colors. It makes me happy just to look at them. I lined up the play-doh to the colored lids/animals.
This mint green pig is my favorite.
So many pretty colors…
I may regret this as soon as I say it, but… I can not wait to break out the play-doh tomorrow!
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This would be a super cute party favor! Love this idea!
These are too cute and the colors are so fun! I don’t have play-doh stashed anywhere {maybe I need to get some}, but would love to use these to hold some other items. Pinned 🙂
Such a cute idea Amy- I love these!! Shared!
Lol… those play doh lids are seriously a pain in the butt. Love these little jars! I think I may need some for buttons and notions in my craft space.
Really awesome idea! these would really brighten up a play room or kids bedroom doubling as decoration. I can’t wait to do this for Scarlett!
WOW! You are pretty patient to do all of that! 🙂
VERY CUTE!!!! What a great idea! Please share this on a party I cohost, DIY Sunday Showcase! It’s open now!!
Shelly
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Thanks Shelly! I just linked up.
Amy
Awesome! Great gift idea!
Thanks, Jill.
I never thought of them as gift ideas, that’s so clever!
Amy
These are fantastic, but I don’t think I would put any type of children’s playthings in glass.
Super cute project. I now want to make some jars for my granddaughter’s play-doh.
Thanks, Abs!
very cute!