These yummy yogurts are delicious AND precious, make a Oui yogurt jar over with this DIY rain chain tutorial
Y’all, these yogurts are yummy. Anything lemon makes me happy and then eating out of this cute little jar just makes me feel like a fancy French lady. For real, there is something different about scooping spoonful of yogurt from a fancy dish verses plastic. A lot of food is like that, it tastes different based on the way you serve it, but I digress. After finishing my treat it just feels wrong to waste the little jars (hello…recycle) so I came up with a DIY rain chain because I have wanted a rain chain for a long time. Two birds, one stone my friends!
A few of my blogging besties decided we would all do a little Oui yogurt jar makeover, that way you would have options once you scarf up your fancy treat. Be sure to see the other crafty ideas I have linked up at the bottom of this post. Then you will need to head to the grocery store. 😉 If you are new here, I’d love to keep you up to date with easy DIY projects, free artwork and inspiration. Tell me where to send the love and I will…
Here is a supply list (with affiliate links so you can shop easily, this means should you make a purchase I might receive a small commission. Your price stays the same. Thank you) because there is one item you have to have for this project and that is the correct drill bit.
DIY Rain Chain Supply List
Oui Yogurt Jars
Drill
Chain
Wire
Needlenose Pliers
Start by drilling a hole in the bottom of your yogurt jar with a glass drill bit. This type of drill bit works best with a wet surface, so keep a glass of water close by and pour some water on the jar before drilling.
I turned my jar upside down for easy access and the inverted bottom hold water well. USE CAUTION on this step! Where eye protection and gloves, you do not want to press hard as you drill, you will rick breaking the jar. Let the drill bit do the work, softly working it till it goes through.
Once you have drilled however many jars you want your rain chain to be (I used 7) you will need to clip equal lengths of chain to go in between the jars plus longer pieces for the top and bottom.
Thread your wire through the bottom loop of one chain, through the top of the Oui jar and then through the top of the next chain. Using pliers twist the attachment wire closed as tightly and neatly as possible, then clip it short enough to be secure. Keep going until all are connected.
Now you will want to hang your rain chain in a spot you need a downspout or if you just want a pretty view hang it where the rain can readily reach the rain chain! Pretty simple and very beautiful. I used a screwed cup hook to hang the top from our eve. You will want to secure the bottom length of chain so it doesn’t blow around and break. I used a grass staple to pin the chain into the dirt below our chain.
Here are a few more ideas you can create yourself with those leftover Oui yogurt jars! I would REALLY appreciate it if you would share or pin this project for later! Happy eating and crafting friends
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knottedthreadtales says
November 3, 2017 at 6:48 AMI have never drilled through glass…. scary!
Kim at Hunt and Host says
November 13, 2017 at 8:51 AMyou have to be careful, but with the right bit it is pretty easy!
Lisa says
October 29, 2018 at 10:53 AMWhat type of bit would you recommend? Oui jars are also great as candle holders!
Kim at Hunt and Host says
October 29, 2018 at 11:37 AMit has to be a glass drill bit, no brand in particular, there is a link to grab one on amazon if you want!
barbara says
October 31, 2018 at 9:05 AMI have drilled through glass many times with a Dremel tool and a special bit, but always keep the surface you’re drilling into lubricated with oil
Deb says
November 3, 2017 at 7:33 PMThis is so great Kim! Such a clever idea!!!
Kim at Hunt and Host says
November 13, 2017 at 8:52 AMthanks Deb!
Michelle says
November 5, 2017 at 9:33 PMDid I miss how to get the label off the jar? Does a razor work?
Kim at Hunt and Host says
November 6, 2017 at 6:31 AMI just peeled mine off BEFORE I ran them through the dishwasher and they came off pretty easily. Any residual glue can be removed with a goo gone type product. I know the other girls had some other solutions for label remover, but I didn’t have a hard time with mine, but I think removing before the heat of washing them helped!
Michelle says
November 6, 2017 at 12:06 PMThank You! Will give it a try. I’ll need to eat more yogurt soon!
Melissa says
October 30, 2018 at 10:26 AMAs crazy as it sounds, Peanut Butter works really well to remove the residual glue. Just rub a little bit into the area and let it sit for a few minutes and wipe it off with a paper towel. Viola!
Barbara Smith says
April 12, 2018 at 5:31 PMAny ideas on removing the labels?
Kim at Hunt and Host says
April 16, 2018 at 8:35 AMyes – I actually peeled mine off first, before I washed them or ran them through the dishwasher and seemed to have no problem. I always think Goo Gone is great for any residual adhesive that might remain. hope that helps!
Kathy L Ashurst says
October 29, 2018 at 9:57 AMYou can use Orange essential oil to remove labels as well. Also drilling thru glass is simple- just use a diamond cut drill bet and do it in a small pan with water and keep splashing water on it. Go slow & don’t put too much pressure on it. Enjoy
Kim at Hunt and Host says
October 29, 2018 at 11:45 AMyes I agree on both ideas!
Kristy Robb says
November 6, 2017 at 11:50 AMWow, I’ve never drilled glass before but this opens a whole world of possibilities. This is fantastic and so adorable. Cheers – Kristy
Kim at Hunt and Host says
November 13, 2017 at 8:55 AMyou can do it, be careful and don’t press to hard, let the drill do the work and you will do great!
Barbara Smith says
November 11, 2017 at 8:20 PMI just discovered this yogurt and love it!! I’ve been saving the jars for any future projects and these projects are awesome!! I use a steel wool scrubber to rub the residue off once the label is removed. It’s not difficult at all. Love these ideas!!!
Kim at Hunt and Host says
November 13, 2017 at 9:04 AMgreat idea for the label, hope you come up with some cute projects, these jars are great!!!
Michelle says
November 12, 2017 at 7:02 PMI’d love to see a quick video of how it looks when it’s raining.
Kim at Hunt and Host says
November 13, 2017 at 9:06 AMI would too! If it rains so I will definitely do that!!!
happyheartmade says
December 12, 2017 at 9:19 AMThanks for sharing! I bought the yogurt because I loved the jars…so needless to say, I love both now and have a collection!!! Such wonderful ideas to put them to use!!! ????
Kim at Hunt and Host says
December 20, 2017 at 9:01 PMThey are so good and now I am racking my brain for some more upcycle ideas!
Tami Chaput says
March 18, 2018 at 1:11 PMThis is a fun idea! I’m trying to get to your other 4 ideas but can’t locate them. Please help ????
Kim at Hunt and Host says
March 18, 2018 at 8:09 PMthank you! The other ideas are from my friends and their blogs are listed above in green, you can click on the blog names to check out the other ideas! Hope that helps!
Kay Tuttle says
October 2, 2018 at 7:33 PMI have about 500 Qui jars. (I eat 2-5 jars a day) I would like to sell them for 10 cents each. They would be perfect for nice candles too. I like how you used them. I live in Colorado. Do you think you could use them or know of someone who might want them
Kim at Hunt and Host says
October 5, 2018 at 8:18 AMwow! I would try Facebook marketplace or maybe Craigslist to sell them locally, advertise them as great inexpensive centerpiece options for wedding or party decor! Someone might need a cost effective idea for their wedding!
Renee says
October 21, 2018 at 2:44 PMThe labels on my you jars are painted on. What can I use to remove them?
Kim at Hunt and Host says
October 21, 2018 at 4:37 PMYou can soak them and peel or try Goo Gone maybe!
Gia says
October 27, 2018 at 2:32 AMDoes the glass drill bit work with any drill?
Kim at Hunt and Host says
October 27, 2018 at 7:52 AMAs long as the attachment is correct, it doesn’t take special pressure or anything in fact dont UAE a ton of pressure let the drill do the work!
Daisy Dianne Bromlow says
October 29, 2018 at 4:43 AMLove getting bang for my bucks and this would be one – thanks for sharing !
Kim at Hunt and Host says
October 29, 2018 at 8:32 AMme too, best thing ever!
Pamela Dugan says
October 29, 2018 at 7:06 AMI love Oui lemon yogurt too and save the jars for small flower arrangements. However, I have a concern about using them as a rain chain if you don’t turn them upside down….if they collect water, they will also collect mosquito eggs.
Kim at Hunt and Host says
October 29, 2018 at 8:31 AMthey have a hole drilled in the bottom, so they don’t collect water!
Leanne says
October 29, 2018 at 7:47 AMHello
How did they hold up in weather?
Kim at Hunt and Host says
October 29, 2018 at 8:34 AMjust fine!!!
Debi O'Brien says
October 29, 2018 at 8:48 AMI lover this idea…I’ve always wanted a rain chain…I haven’t tried this yogurt but will now just for the bottles…I am thinking a spray painting them gold or copper.
Kim at Hunt and Host says
October 29, 2018 at 9:03 AMthat would be gorgeous!
Victoria Taylert says
October 29, 2018 at 9:34 AMThe rain chain is beautiful!! I love this idea. I have been saving these yogurt jars for over a year — lots of crafting ideas come to mind but I can’t post my pictures unfortunately. To successfully remove the labels just fill the empty jar with hot hot waterr, let it sit a few minutes, dump the water and the label peels right off, with minimal residue. I have used these jars for individual desserts like mousse or mini cheese cakes. My favorite remake is pincushions, and if I can figure out how to post pictures, I’ll show how I do it and the finished ones! But my next project will definitely be a rain chain!
Kim at Hunt and Host says
October 29, 2018 at 11:45 AMgreat tip and I’d love to see your projects, they are fun little jars to work with!!!
Leah McGrew says
October 29, 2018 at 1:43 PMVery clever idea. I hadn’t seen this kind of yogurt, and 95% of all commercially available yogurts have corn starch added. I had to go see if these did (no.) I’m going to have to go looking for these!
Kim at Hunt and Host says
October 29, 2018 at 3:27 PMyou will like the yogurt and the crafting 😉
debbie says
October 29, 2018 at 2:25 PMI can’t find were to get to the 5 jar crafts for these little jars??
Kim at Hunt and Host says
October 29, 2018 at 3:26 PMthe links are where the blog names are highlighted at the bottom, atta girl says, robb restyle, etc…
Steph says
May 19, 2019 at 10:37 AMDo you notice your jars retaining water after it rains? I’m assuming it wouldnt be enough to cause a stagnant water issue. Thanks!
Kim at Salvaged Living says
May 21, 2019 at 9:30 AMthey drain well and the little that might be left dries up quickly between heat and wind! no problem here
Stephanie Colella says
May 21, 2019 at 11:15 AMGreat! Thanks for the reply!