How to Make a Glitter Mason Jar Heart Mug

I love glitter - and judging by the popularity of my dishwasher safe glitter mug tutorial, I'm not the only one! 

I wanted to make something a little special for Valentine's Day and decided to use a similar technique to whip up some extra fancy glitter mason jar mugs.

Who wouldn't feel special sipping from their very own sparkly heart jar?

Supplies

• Handled mason jar glass
• Heart shaped window clings
• Dishwasher Safe Mod Podge
• Red glitter
• Paint brushes

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Directions

Step 1: Make a stencil

Start with a very clean jar before applying the stencil. I used the window cling sheet to make a heart shaped stencil. Peel away the hearts and use the remaining outline as a stencil. Apply it to your jar.

Can't find window clings the right size? You could also cut a heart out of contact paper to use as a stencil instead.

Step 2: Add glitter

Paint the Mod Podge on the jar inside the stencil. Generously sprinkle glitter over the Mod Podge and shake off onto a piece of scrap paper. Peel away the stencil right away.

Step 3: Seal the glitter

Set the freshly glittered jar aside to dry for approximately 1-2 hours. Once dry, add another layer of Mod Podge over the glitter to seal it. Allow to dry completely. Mug will be able to be used the next day (for handwashing). If you let it sit to cure for 28 days, it will even be dishwasher safe but you can gently handwash it in the meantime.

I love the finished results. Wouldn't these be fun to use for serving sweet treats to your kids or significant other on Valentine's day?

Can't get enough glitter?  I use a similar technique to make dishwasher safe glitter mugs. 

You can also use the same process to make glitter wine glasses:

About the Author:

Carissa Bonham is a lifelong crafter and mom of two creative boys. The owner and lead writer at Creative Green Living, she won the Craftys Award for the "Best Craft Blogger" category in 2016 and the ShiftCon award for "Best DIY Blogger" in 2018.

Her goal is to empower families to make easy projects and healthier choices that are beautiful and delicious! She is also the author of the hardcover cookbook, Beautiful Smoothie Bowls (Skyhorse, 2017) and Proven Techniques for Keeping Healthy Chickens (Skyhorse, 2018). 

Her projects have been featured in magazines like Kids Crafts 1-2-3, Capper's Farmer and Urban Farm Magazine. Follow her on Pinterest, Instagram, Twitter or join the Creative Green Living Tribe.

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