Recently I saw this oversized Mason jar candle holder online, but it was sold out from the store by the time I got there to check it out.

It holds a large three-wick candle, and I thought this would be perfect for a casual outdoor gathering, provided that spring and summer eventually show up.

Even though I struck out with the above, I found some cool DIY projects that are even better.

Check out these glittered jars from Cakerypapery:

So simple to make! Here’s how.

A floating candle version:

Ok, here’s the coolest one of them all, glow-in-the-dark jars:

Will someone please make me a set of these? Here are the instructions.

P.S. 100 other great ways to use Mason jars