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We used vintage spice jars from a thrift shop and acrylic paint to create these custom miniature flower vases. Tie tags around these pretty table toppers and use them as place cards or group a few vases of differing heights together to create stunning centrepieces.

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<strong>What You’ll Need</strong><br /> • Small jars<br /> • Acrylic paint<br /> • Parchment paper<br /> • Fresh flowers

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<strong>STEP 1:</strong> Clean and dry your jars. Be sure to remove any stickers or labels.

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<strong>STEP 2:</strong> Pour paint into cups or dishes that are large enough to allow you to dip in your jars.<br />

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<strong>STEP 3:</strong> Dip your jars into the paint, swirling them around until you achieve your desired look.

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<strong>STEP 4:</strong> Carefully remove the jars from the paint letting any excess paint drip off.

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<strong>STEP 5:</strong> Place the jars on a piece of parchment paper and let<br /> dry.

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<strong>STEP 6:</strong> You might want to try to wipe off some of the paint on the bottom of the jars depending on how much glass you want covered. Let your vases dry for approximately one to two hours.

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<strong>STEP 7:</strong> Fill your vases with water and your choice of fresh flowers, herbs or greenery.

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<strong>STEP 8:</strong> Add a simple name tag and you can use these vases as both place cards and favours that your guests can take home.

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