Clean the wax out of old candle jars and reuse them for these 7 beautiful DIYs

We all love those beautifully scented and colorful candles that come in glass jars, which makes them so easy to burn and enjoy. Most of us, however, simply toss out the jars when the candle is used up or perhaps recycle the glass.
These glass jars make amazing craft supplies, so why not take advantage of them? Many ways exist to repurpose and reuse the jars, creating a new product for a very low cost.
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1. Brush holders (h/t Linds and Bells)
Finding a place to stash makeup brushes can be challenging. Turn glass jars into beautiful and glittering spots to keep brushes within reach. Plus, they really perk up your vanity.
2. Candy jar (h/t Budget Savvy Diva)
Candle jars are the perfect size for candy jars. Group a few together for a party or reception, or set one on a desk for clients or customers with the munchies. Kids love snacking out of their own candy jars, too.
3. Jar frames (h/t Photojojo)
Glass jars can become cool and quirky photo frames. Select jars of different sizes to create a unique and visually appealing display.
4. Upcycle candle jar into stylish container
This just may be the easiest craft you'll ever do. It doesn't require any special crafting tools or intense labor, and it is not time consuming. The hardest part is cleaning the used candle jar of wax residue. Get the full tutorial here.
5. Painted jars (h/t Kootut Murut)
Pretty pastel glass jars make beautiful holders for desk supplies, artists' tools, or sewing and crafting needs. The possibilities are nearly endless, limited only by paint color and ingenuity.
6. Terrarium (h/t Design Sponge)
Turn an old glass candle jar into its own ecosphere by creating a cool tiny terrarium. These are fun for kids and adults to make, and they add a bit of life to a space, whether it's a desk or a home.
7. Bathroom storage (h/t Mommy Suite)
Add a decorative knob to the tops of candle jars and create designer-looking jars meant to hold anything from cotton balls to swabs. Painted labels make the jars look even more luxe.
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