Dollar Tree Fourth of July Decorations You Can Make

Get ready for summer with some Dollar Tree Fourth of July decorations! If you are throwing a patriotic party this summer, these patriotic mason jar vases are the perfect quick and easy craft for your celebration. Grab a few jars and some paint and get started on your own version of these today. Mason jars are one of my go-to items at the Dollar Tree, as they are readily available and so versatile. So, pick up a few and make a cute centerpiece in minutes!

This was first published on June 26, 2015. I am republishing it with additional information.

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Dollar Tree Fourth of July Decorations

Use these cute jars as a centerpiece on your table this summer. It’s a great way to showcase your patriotic pride in your farmhouse-style home. They are great for parties, but can also be used for everyday purposes.

Supplies Needed For Dollar Tree Fourth of July Decorations

Plain-sided mason jar (I love picking these up at the Dollar Tree!)
3D Paint Writer in white or a hot glue gun
Star template
Chalky Finish Paint in red, white, and blue
Sandpaper
Paintbrush
Rubbing alcohol

How to Make Dollar Tree Fourth of July Decorations

Step 1: Draw A Star Onto A Mason Jar

Clean your glass well with rubbing alcohol before beginning. Ensure it is completely dry before proceeding. Use a star template as a guide and draw a star onto the front of your jar with the 3D writer. Can’t find a paint writer? Just draw this on with hot glue instead. I used this one from my craft stash, but you could easily print and cut out a star from the internet. Allow this to dry completely.

Step 2: Paint Jars

Apply one coat of color to each jar. I used blue and red chalk finish paint on each jar. The chalky finish adds to the farmhouse look, but is definitely not required. You can use any paint that you have on hand. Allow the first coat to dry completely before applying additional coats.

Step 3: Add A Coat Of White Paint

Continue adding additional coats until the glass is completely covered in red and blue. Then add on a coat or two of white. NOTE: Allow each coat of paint to dry for 2 hours before applying another coat.

Step 4: Sand Jars

After that last coat has completely cured, grab the sandpaper and have some fun. Use fine-grit sandpaper and apply light pressure. You can always sand more, but it is hard to add paint back to the jars. Continue to sand in a vertical direction all the way around both jars. Including that lovely little three-dimensional star that you added to the front. Don’t forget to also touch the rim of the jar with the sandpaper.

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Step 5: Wipe Away Sanding Dust

After your sanding is complete, wipe away any sanding dust, and your project is complete.

This creates a wonderfully rustic jar that is perfect for any farmhouse-style or country home. Add your choice of wildflowers, and you’re ready for those special summer guests. These patriotic mason jar vases are an easy painting project with gorgeous results.

Be sure to pick up your supplies to make these Dollar Tree Fourth of July Decorations for your home. You will be so glad that you did!

Tips and Tricks for Dollar Tree Fourth of July Decorations

Now that you’ve seen these Dollar Tree Fourth of July Decorations, are you ready to make your own? Here are a few tips and tricks to ensure your project goes as smoothly as possible!

Clean Your Jar Well – As tempting as it may be to start painting, take the time to clean your jars thoroughly. This is because the paint will adhere to the jar more effectively, and you will achieve a better result when sanding the paint off in step 4.
Let Your Paint Dry – One of the keys to making this project successful is letting each coat of paint dry thoroughly. As boring as it is to watch paint dry, in this case, you need to! Therefore, regardless of the number of coats of paint you use, ensure that each coat dries completely before applying the next one.
Use a Light Grit Sandpaper – For this project, you will want to use a light grit sandpaper because you don’t want to remove too much paint at one time. When choosing sandpaper, a good place to start is 180 to 220 grit sandpaper.
Start Sanding Lightly – As I mentioned earlier, you can always sand more, but it is hard to add paint back to the jars. Therefore, I highly recommend that you sand lightly when working on this project. You might want to start sanding the star first, then work your way around the jar. From there, once you have a look that you like, you can then experiment with sanding more of the paint off.

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