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Grocery Store To Gorgeous Mercury Glass DIY

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create a gorgeous mercury glass diy from grocery store finds.

From grocery store to gorgeous. DIY home décor straight from your pantry. Start with this mercury glass makeover. www.huntandhost.net

It’s summer and that puts a little crunch on the mom schedule. I like to change out décor and work on projects but with three pair of feet scurrying around it gets tough to find the time.

So today I am so excited to join with some friends and show you 10 ways to take stuff from the grocery and make it gorgeous (and I don’t mean food)

Chances are you have items sitting in your pantry right now that could become something amazing. Something crafty I already have…that’s all I’ve got time for these days!

There’s not much I love more than a good up-cycle and my eyes have learned to shop the grocery store shelves a little differently.

If I can buy an item in a pretty bottle versus an ugly box I go for the one I can use later. It’s the ultimate two birds, one stone scenario.

From grocery store to gorgeous. DIY home décor straight from your pantry. Start with this mercury glass makeover. www.huntandhost.net

I collect all sizes and shapes of jars for easy projects. My husband even sticks the empties in the dishwasher to save for me. I have a closet full of them, they come in so handy!

For this simple summer table scape you just need a few supplies to transform your would be garbage into a stunning mercury glass tablescape.

From grocery store to gorgeous. DIY home décor straight from your pantry. Start with this mercury glass makeover. www.huntandhost.net

Here is a list, with affiliate links. Just think you can have paint shipped to your house so you don’t have to drag kids to the store!

Supply List

  • Jars from your pantry (I use jars from spaghetti sauce, spices, vanilla, salsa…anything goes)
  • Mirror Spray Paint
  • Gold Spray Paint
  • Painter’s Tape
  • Plastic Bags
  • Fresh Cut Greens from your yard

That’s it!

I started by taping off the outside lip of my jar and wrapping it in plastic.

From grocery store to gorgeous. DIY home décor straight from your pantry. Start with this mercury glass makeover. www.huntandhost.net

Next spray the inside with Looking Glass Spray Paint. Be sure to shake paint well and frequently. You will want to spray multiple light coats. Let dry completely between coats.

To seal the looking glass paint you need to spray it with a coat of gold spray paint. You could use any color, but I prefer gold. I love how some areas show the gold more than others for a touch of antique mercury glass feel. 

You can even lift off some of the looking glass paint before sealing it to achieve a more dramatic look. I learned the hard way if you don’t seal it, the looking glass paint will come off when it is in water.

From grocery store to gorgeous. DIY home décor straight from your pantry. Start with this mercury glass makeover. www.huntandhost.net

You can use this paint on any glass jars or vases you have. Mercury Glass votives and jars can cost a small fortune, but this version won’t break your budget. Now hunt your yard for sweet clippings and fill up your summer table with greens and glowing candles.

From grocery store to gorgeous. DIY home décor straight from your pantry. Start with this mercury glass makeover. www.huntandhost.net

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From grocery store to gorgeous. DIY home décor straight from your pantry. Start with this mercury glass makeover. www.huntandhost.net
Yield: 1 Mercury Glass Jar

Grocery Store To Gorgeous Mercury Glass DIY

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Active Time: 20 minutes
Total Time: 30 minutes

See how easy it is to turn grocery store finds into gorgeous, vintage looking mercury glass with this simple DIY tutorial. It's budget-friendly too!

Materials

  • Jars from your pantry 
  • Mirror Spray Paint
  • Gold Spray Paint
  • Painter’s Tape
  • Plastic Bags
  • Fresh Cut Greens from your yard

Instructions

    1. Tape off the outside lip of your jar and wrap it in plastic.
    2. Spray the inside with Looking Glass Spray Paint.
    3. Let dry completely between coats.
    4. Seal the looking glass paint with a coat of gold spray paint.
    5. Add clippings from your yard and glowing candles.
    6. Decorate your table.

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  • Krylon Shimmer Metallic Spray Paint Gold Shimmer, 11.5-Ounce
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  • Krylon Looking Glass Silver-Like Aerosol Spray Paint 6 Oz.
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  1. 2beesinapod says

    June 21, 2016 at 7:00 AM

    Kim – we love your mercury glass votives! Super smart and creative – not to mention easy on the wallet. Love your creativity!

    Reply
    • Kim at Hunt and Host says

      June 21, 2016 at 1:39 PM

      Easy on the wallet is my fav 🙂

      Reply
  2. Deb, Seeking Lavender Lane says

    June 21, 2016 at 7:22 AM

    Beautiful Kim! I can’t believe all the different bottles you used, how cool!

    Reply
    • Kim at Hunt and Host says

      June 21, 2016 at 1:39 PM

      Thanks Deb – Your makeover is really a good one, I can’t get over the transformation.

      Reply
  3. Betsy says

    June 21, 2016 at 8:18 AM

    I love your mercury glass vases. Simply beautiful!
    Thanks so much for putting this fun challenge together.

    Reply
    • Kim at Hunt and Host says

      June 21, 2016 at 1:38 PM

      Thanks Betsy – Mercury glass is the best! I love how all the projects are so do-able!

      Reply
  4. Susie from The Chelsea Project says

    June 21, 2016 at 9:27 AM

    I am so impressed with this tablescape. It totally rocks. Can’t wait to use this inspiration. Thanks so much for hosting this fun party.

    Reply
    • Kim at Hunt and Host says

      June 21, 2016 at 1:37 PM

      Thanks Susie. It is fun, everyone had such great ideas!

      Reply
  5. Angie @ Postcards from the Ridge says

    June 21, 2016 at 10:03 AM

    These look gorgeous, Kim! I’m always a sucker for mercury glass. I’ve used that Looking Glass spray paint before and love it. I hadn’t thought of spraying the inside with gold – it looks great. Thanks for the ideas and for putting together the challenge.

    Reply
    • Kim at Hunt and Host says

      June 21, 2016 at 1:36 PM

      Thanks Angie, the little bit of gold is a great touch. I am so glad you were able to join along, can’t wait to do your project!

      Reply
  6. Tina Buenzow says

    June 21, 2016 at 10:59 AM

    Its all so gorgeous! i tried the looking glass paint on plain glass christmas ornaments they turned out ok but not as good as your jars, so i might try spraying them with the gold first next time! Great inspiration!
    thank you!

    Reply
    • Kim at Hunt and Host says

      June 21, 2016 at 1:34 PM

      glad you like them, but use the gold spray paint AFTER the Looking glass!!

      Reply
  7. Angie Chavez at Knick of Time says

    June 21, 2016 at 2:47 PM

    I’ve never done a mercury glass project yet, but I can’t wait to try now – yours turned out beautiful – pinning!

    Reply
    • Kim at Hunt and Host says

      June 21, 2016 at 7:46 PM

      Thanks Angie, it’s crazy easy to do!

      Reply
  8. Marie, The Interior Frugalista says

    June 21, 2016 at 7:12 PM

    I love making diy mercury glass vessels but what makes yours extra special is the gold insides. I just might update mine after seeing this. Pinned to share 🙂

    Reply
    • Kim at Hunt and Host says

      June 21, 2016 at 7:47 PM

      Glad you like it. I found if you use them as a vase with water it’s necessary to seal it!

      Reply
  9. lorraine williamson says

    June 23, 2016 at 8:44 AM

    you’ve done it another project I have to try making my to do list longer lol love how it turned out pinned and shared have a great week

    Reply
    • Kim at Hunt and Host says

      June 28, 2016 at 2:10 PM

      thanks, thanks for sharing…this one is easy so your list won’t take long with this added! 😉

      Reply
  10. Holly @ While I'm Waiting... says

    June 23, 2016 at 8:02 PM

    This is definitely happening over here! Can’t wait to share it with you!

    Reply
    • Kim at Hunt and Host says

      June 28, 2016 at 2:06 PM

      Can’t wait to see it!

      Reply
  11. chinamom3078 says

    June 28, 2016 at 11:29 AM

    I like it…I love mercury glass. What a great way to add to my collection. Thanks for sharing. Linda

    Reply
    • Kim at Hunt and Host says

      June 28, 2016 at 1:57 PM

      So glad you enjoyed the post!

      Reply
  12. Bec @ Love That Party says

    July 4, 2016 at 5:10 PM

    Great idea. I love how it turned out. ihave a TON of jars I have been saving and my husband is getting a little tired of them in the cupboard. So this idea would be perfect to reuse them.

    Reply
    • Kim at Hunt and Host says

      July 10, 2016 at 12:29 PM

      It’s a simple project for sure!!!

      Reply

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