I have an amazing summer craft for you today. My sea glass jar is gorgeous and super easy to make. Put that collection of sea glass from the beach to good use by making one or more of these gorgeous candle holders. The bonus part of this project is that you don't have to caulk or grout anything! Plus, I am going to show you how to bond all of this without the candle melting any hot glue. How, you ask? Read on to find out.
The Secret To Making Sea Glass Mason Jar
I just need to say that I love mason jars and mason jar crafts. I do them all the time around here. But this is one of my personal favorites of all time.
Lighting a candle inside this makes it just glow with vibrant colors! However, if you were to use hot glue on all of those little pieces of sea glass and then light a candle inside the mason jar — can you guess what would happen? Yep. That glue would melt, and your sea glass would be lying on the table around your jar in no time flat.
So what is my secret for making a sea glass mason jar
The glue I used is their new craft formula, which can stick to a variety of surfaces almost immediately. Worried about your fingers? How about an amazing Skin Guard™ formula that delays skin bonding? Yep, that makes me one happy girl.
Prepping the Krazy Glue from that package is also super easy. You just use the cap to puncture the tip, and you are ready to craft. Speaking of that tip, it is super fine and made my project go even better. I literally glued sea glass on an entire mason jar and only got a tiny bit on my skin. Fingernail polish remover works great for getting any dried glue off your skin.
How To Make A Sea Glass Candle Holder
This sea glass mason jar is gorgeous and super easy to make. Put that collection of sea glass from the beach to good use by making one or more of these gorgeous candle holders.
Supplies Needed For Sea Glass Jar
- Krazy Glue
- Pint-sized Mason Jar
- Sea Glass
- Air-dry Clay
- Clay Tool
- Twine
- Seashell with a drilled hole (optional)
Step 1: Glue Sea Glass To Mason Jar
I started with my jar lying flat on my surface and started fitting in my sea glass like puzzle pieces. Krazy Glue is perfect for a variety of surfaces, including glass. I held each piece for literally just a few seconds and had no issues with anything moving on me.
The best part of this project was when I wanted to go to the next side of the jar; I could just roll it right over. The sea glass was already adhered with the Krazy Glue, and it was not going anywhere.
Plus, as soon as I had the jar filled with sea glass up to the threaded portion, I was able to set it up immediately for the next part of my project.
Step 2: Add Air Dry Clay
I promised y'all no messy caulk or grout on this project, right? But my mason jar sure does look like it has a messy and complicated caulk or grout job.
My second secret weapon is air dry clay
NOTE: I am working on a mat that will not adhere to the clay.
I started at the bottom of the jar and took pieces of the clay “snake” and started working it around the sea glass pieces, as shown below.
Continue working on it until the entire jar is filled with clay, and you have a gorgeous sea glass mason jar.
This takes a while, but there is literally no mess. It is just tedious getting it around each little piece. I do love the look, though, and would not change anything about the way I made the jar.
I used a clay tool to smooth the clay out some before allowing it to dry. You could use anything with a rounded tip.
Once all your clay has been added, set the sea glass jar aside to dry.
Step 3: Cover The Thread Portion Of The Mason Jar
You will want to add something about the top to cover the threaded portion of your jar. I just used some white jute twine
I also added a seashell with a drilled hole to the front when I tied off the twine.
Once the thread portion of your mason jar is covered, pop in your candle and light it to get the full effect of this gorgeous show!
Make just one or two of these for your home, or make a bunch for an outdoor beach-themed party! I could even see them lined up on a deck in a beach house as well.
Where will you use your sea glass mason jar? No matter where you use it, don't forget to buy your Krazy Glue to make this project an easy one that will last.
FAQs About Sea Glass Jar
Here are answers to some of the most frequently asked questions I receive about this sea glass jar. If your question isn’t listed, feel free to drop it in the comments, and I’ll be happy to help!
How Much Sea Glass Do You Use For One Jar?
I used about 100 – 120 pieces of sea glass on a pint jar.
How Much Sea Glass Would You Use For A Quart Jar?
I would double the amount I used for a pint jar (100 – 120 pieces) for a quart jar.
Do I Have To Get The Exact Kind Of Krazy Glue That You Have?
No, any type of Krazy glue should work perfectly!
Does The Clay Fall Off When It Drys Because I Noticed It Is Not Glued?
I have had this for years, and the clay never went anywhere. No glue required.
Does The Air Dry Clay Get Warm & Mushy After The Candle Is Lit For A While?
Not that I have noticed.
5 More Sea Glass Crafts
Did you love this sea glass jar, and are now looking for other sea glass crafts? Then check out the projects below!
- Decorative Flower Pots with Sea Glass
- Easy Sea Glass Turtle Craft Idea
- Sea Glass Wind Chimes
- Macrame Sea Glass Necklace
- Easy DIY Sea Glass Art Monogram
Great idea! I’m inspired to make some for the deck this summer. Pinned! 🙂
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You make this technique look so simple! Cute!
Loving it all lit up too!!
This is so pretty! I love it!
What a neat idea! I never would have thought of using Krazy Glue and clay!
– Brooke –
I love it, I love burning candles and that’s it so pretty!!! Can I buy the sea glass at any hobby store?
Usually you can Karen. Try in the area where they have vase fillers. You can also find it online here: http://www.consumercrafts.com/store/browse/catalog/floral-glass-fillers
It is beautiful! Now, I just need Sea Glass!
Does the air dry clay get warm & mushy after the candle is lit for a while?
Not that I have noticed Lori.
These are lovely! I do have a couple of questions though; how much sea glass do you use for one jar? I will be using quart jars instead of pint, how much do you think I will need?
One more thing, does it matter if I don’t get exactly the kind of krazy glue that you have? I found some craft krazy glue but it’s a bit different than the one shown, how much did you need for your jars? Would I need more than one tube?
Sorry for all the questions but I really want to do this and do it right, thanks for sharing this and I hope to hear from you soon.
Sandy
I would guess I used about 100 – 120 pieces of sea glass on a pint jar and I think I would double that for a quart. It depends of course on how large your pieces are however.
Any type of Krazy glue should work perfects! One tube should be more than enough for a quart jar.
Absolutely LOVE this, especially for the Summertime!
I love this craft. Just a quick question -does the clay fall off when it drys because I noticed it is not glued.
I have had this for years not and the clay never went anywhere. No glue required.
Nice post. Thanks for sharing
Does the clay come in colours like black…as I would like a stained glass effect…or can you colour the clay if it doesn’t come in black…
Yes you can get air dry clay in a variety of colors including black 🙂