Cheaper Than Buying New: Reuse Yogurt Jars For Custom Storage Around The House

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Who can resist those cute little glass yogurt jars? And by the time you scoop out the last bite, you've probably tossed around several ideas for reusing glass yogurt jars. One of the easiest flips will be turning them into storage since the only major thing that's missing from the original design is a reusable lid. But, fortunately, you can find several small lids that are designed to fit snugly onto the popular Oui yogurt jars. Most of them feature airtight seals to make your new inexpensive storage jars cute and highly functional.

Finding brilliant ways to use an empty yogurt container is a money-saving option compared to buying new glass storage containers. You're already buying the yogurt, and you can find multi-packs of lids for under $10 on Amazon. One versatile option is the Riavzau Bamboo Jar Lid Set. Its plain bamboo finish gives it a classic look while also working well if you want to decorate the lid. If you want something decorative that you don't have to design yourself, look for products like the Super and Simple Oui Jar Covers. Design options include asters, leaves, and mandalas. Not into the wood aesthetic? Try these Palksky Stainless Steel Jar Lids for a sleek, modern look.

Once you have your lids secured, your yogurt jars become durable, beautiful, and low-waste storage options around your home. The small size makes Oui containers ideal for holding dry spices, small craft supplies, office supplies, and personal care items in the bathroom. Choosing airtight Oui lids keeps food items fresh and secures the lid to prevent spills if the jar tips.

Before you reuse glass jars, wash them in hot, soapy water, or run them through the dishwasher. Then, remove the labels. Soaking them in the warm water can help loosen the adhesive. Or, try some other hack that makes removing stubborn stickers a breeze – a heat gun and steam are two options. You can even remove stickers from glass jars with kitchen ingredients like shortening and vinegar.

From here, it's all about how you want to style the jars. For a simple, clean aesthetic, slip plain bamboo lids on the jars and start storing. If you want to decorate the lids, glue a wooden bead or small decorative knob on the top as a handle. You can also paint the lid a solid color or paint designs on it. To customize the storage, color-code the lids or add labels to make items easy to identify.

The jars also leave room for embellishments. Use frosted glass spray or brush on a mix of one part school glue and one part water to give it a frosty look. You can also use Mod Podge to frost the glass, or add food coloring to get a transparent tinted glass look. To create an opaque glass container, spray paint the outside. Decoupaging the outside with decorative napkins also dresses up the look — you can use this technique on the jars and lids. If you plan to use the jars to store food items, avoid applying any finishes to the inside of the jar, and choose non-toxic decorative options. When you have both parts decorated as desired, fill the jars and slip the lids on. These jars are perfect on countertops and shelves.