Transform Canning Lids And Shipping Tubes Into Chic Tall Vases For Your Home

You've probably got a few spare canning lids sitting around from that last batch of homemade jam. And maybe there's a tall shipping tube or two left over from the poster you bought and haven't hung up yet. Before you toss these "useless" items into the recycling bin, why not give them a new life? You can turn these everyday materials into chic tall vases that'll look like you splurged at a fancy home decor store. It's an easy and fun DIY project that will give your space some major wow-factor without draining your wallet.

You need only a few basic supplies: canning lids, tall shipping tubes, some strong adhesive, paint or spray paint, and rope or textured embellishments. You can also customize and style these vases to fit your home perfectly. Into a sleek, modern look? You've got it. Prefer something more rustic or boho? No problem. Let's walk through how to create two stunning tall vases, one minimalist and one earthy, using these everyday objects.

First up, grab a tall shipping tube as your base. If it's too tall or too short, no worries — just cut it to the perfect height with a Dewalt utility knife. Once that's sorted, take your collection of canning lids and line them up vertically around the tube. These will be your shiny, metallic details. Use a strong adhesive (something like E6000 craft adhesive glue works well) to attach the lids evenly around the tube. It creates this super-sleek, textured effect that looks way more expensive than it is.

Now for the fun part: painting. Pick a color that matches your style. Matte black is always a classy choice, but metallic gold or crisp white can look amazing too. Spray or brush on your paint, making sure to cover every nook and cranny. Let it dry completely, and then consider adding a second coat for a flawless finish. Fill it with some dried pampas grass or bold artificial flowers, and boom — you've got yourself a gorgeous modern vase.

If you're more into a boho or earthy look, take another shipping tube and wrap the bottom half with thick, textured rope. Use hot glue to secure the rope as you go, making sure it's tightly wound for a sturdy, rustic feel. Once the rope is in place, you can start working on the top half.

This is where the canning lids come in again. Line them up around the exposed top section of the tube and paint them in earthy tones –- think terracotta, sage green, or soft beige. These natural hues play beautifully against the rope texture. Once the paint is dry, you can get extra creative by adding little accents like wooden beads or jute twine for an added boho touch. When you're done, this vase will look incredible with some wildflowers or eucalyptus branches. You can also use it to style your favorite dried flowers.