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Glass jars: 12 smart uses

Are you tired of collecting empty glass jars because “they will be useful somewhere” but in the end they are not used anywhere and they end up just taking up all your free space?

In most kitchens, there are entire cupboards full of empty jars waiting to be used but they never are!

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So the question remains: how can we use the glass jars we have collected or better yet, how can we use the glass jars to create presentations that stand out.

Without any doubt, it is really great to collect the empty glass jars with the intention of reusing them. On the one hand, we strengthen our green initiative and limit our carbon footprint, on the other hand they come with significant advantages:

  • They are non-porous, so they do not carry food odors
  • They keep their content safe, without the use of any dangerous substance
  • They are easy to clean
  • It is an ecological choice

Why don’t we just go ahead and see 12 creative and clever ways we can use glass jars of all sizes to save space and money!

 

Glass jars for food storage and meal prep

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Glass is a natural, eco-friendly option to store food, whether it’s solid or liquid. When you want to portion your food but don’t want to use a tupperware, glass jars are the go to alternative.

Bonus tip: If your office has a microwave oven, you can put it right, provided that the glass is microwave resistant. Look for the label that confirms that your jar is microwave oven safe!

 

Glass jars for foods that have undergone or require some form of fermentation (fermented)

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Glass jars are ideal for creating delicious kefir, plant-based milk or fresh cheese from the comfort of your own kitchen. Ideal for this use are large oval shaped glass jars.

View glass jars for sauce here.

Glass jars for storing any type of pre-fermented dough

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A traditional sourdough can be created in a ceramic bowl but can just as easily be stored in a large jar.

Plus, its so cool to look directly at the air pockets of all pre-ferments!

View glass jars for pre-ferments here.

Glass jars for spices

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You’ve probably seen how much cheaper spices are when sold in bags rather than plastic containers. Save space and money by using small jars for all kinds of spices and organize your kitchen.

 View glass jars for spices here.

Glass jars for dried herbs

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To maintain the quality of your dried herbs, you should store them in glass jars that seal securely. Don’t forget to use labels.

This way, you will not only prevent moisture from entering the jars and ruining the herbs, but you will also have an aesthetically pleasing appearance when placed on open shelves. A full shelf of herb jars separates the pros from the newbies!

  View glass jars for herbs here.

Glass jars for storing goods in bulk

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Storing your bulk produce in glass jars is a great way to help the environment and reduce your plastic waste. Jars can be used to store legumes, honey, coconut flour, nuts – anything!

  View glass jars for bulk produce here.

Glass jars used as salad dressing shakers

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Forget whisking! Simply add all of your homemade vinaigrette ingredients to a jar and shake. Your favorite dressing, directly in its storage container, well mixed and ready to go.

  View glass jars for salad dressing here.

Glass jar presentations with cookies / cakes / sweets

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A fantastic way to use glass jars is to create unique dessert presentations. If you want to package sweets with a more homemade aesthetic, then glass jars are a great fit!

  View glass jars for homemade presentations here.

Unique, luminous glass jars

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Creating a lamp from a glass jar is a super easy and efficient way to light up your night. With so many different options and ideas out there, you’re sure to find the perfect combination and create the ideal atmosphere in your home. Whether you want something rustic or modern, classic or quirky, warm and welcoming or soft and subtle – the possibilities are endless!

View glass jars for creative decorations here.

Glass jars for candles

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Practical and fashionable jars can be used to create your own candle holders. Make sure the glass is somewhat tempered and it won’t come in direct contact with the flame though.

View glass jars for candles here.

A small garden in your glass jar

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How do terrariums work? They are indoor gardens in a sealed container. The plants and soil in the terrarium release water vapor – essentially recycling the water. The water vapor then gets concentrated on the walls of the container and drips to the ground. It’s a perfectly balanced small ecosystem, right at your fingertips.

And the best thing to consider… You can make them in any size or shape of jar (even a fishbowl!), so if you have a jar that doesn’t seem to fit in with the rest, start a little garden in it!

View glass jars of all sizes here.

Glass jars for DIY Cosmetics

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Looking for a sustainable way to create cosmetics using natural ingredients? Glass jars provide a great, budget friendly solution when storing your homemade beauty products.

With your favorite essential oils and natural ingredients, you can easily make something that suits your skin type!

View glass jars for cosmetics here.

 

 

The importance of the right packaging in food products!

The packaging of food products has a main part throughout the process, from production to consumer. Packages assure the preservation of the good quality, the protection from germs, as well as the decrease in the use of preservatives. Continue reading The importance of the right packaging in food products!

Red wine and its beneficial effects

Consuming red wine seems to improve heart function and also helps the cholesterol levels of people with diabetes type II, according to a new scientific study.
This particular research was published on the international scientific magazine Annals of Internal Medicine, and the scientists studied the effect of a medium alcohol consumption in cardiometabolical indicators of various diabetic patients and how there is a difference between the type of wine that is consumed.
In the research took part 224 diabetics, aged 40-75 years old. The participants were asked to consume one glass of metal water (150 ml), white or red wine with their dinner daily, for about 2 years. During the research, they also followed a Mediterranean diet, had frequent blood tests and completed questionnaires.

After the end of the research, the results showed that the cardiological danger was lower for the people who consumed wine. More specifically, the volunteers that consumed red wine presented good changes of lipid levels. Even though the two types of wine were related with the benefits, red wine seemed to have better impact to the levels of the lipid and metabolic profile.
The researchers claim that, even if the time period is a basic advantage of the study, the possible benefits and the risks of consuming alcohol must be tested again carefully.

Finally, it is worth mentioned that a significant percentage of other studies have also shown that a medium alcohol consumption is good for the cardiovascular system, especially if we are talking about one glass of red wine per day. As for diabetes, it seems that is encountered less on people who consume medium quantities of alcohol, but it is not sure because of the lack of long-lasting studies.

Make your own lip gloss!

Summer has passed and we all are looking for new colors of make up to be glamorous and beautiful all day long. But it is kind of difficult to have everything we want in a variety of colors for every season. Lets see how we can make our own beautiful, colorful and shiny lip gloss at home fast and easily!
You will need:
• Eye shadows or blush in the desired color
• Petroleum jelly
• Essential oil, for example coconut, lavender, rose, almond (ATTENTION! when choosing an essential oil for allergies. Before using it test it on your wrist and check it some minutes later. If everything is ok, you can use it for your lips.)
• A glass or acrylic jar with cap
• A bowl to make the product

Instructions:
In a bowl put a small amount of petroleum jelly, for example half a teaspoon and add a bit of shadow, a small amount at a time, mixing it well until it reaches the desired shade. As you are adding color, it becomes more intense, so be careful with the quantity of the shadow that you put. When you reach the desired outcome, add 2 drops of the essential oil and continue mixing. When it’s ready, put it in the package with the cap and it is ready to use it.

Handmade lip gloss is a very unique gift for our female friends as well. We choose the color and scent that fits to each one, we wrap it up and we make our friends happy!
So make you own handmade lip gloss and you’ll never return to the old ones!

Tips to choose the perfect perfume

Perfume is a special and important feature for a woman. You can find a variety of them in the market, so the right choice is not that easy and requires special attention, time and searching. But how can you choose the one that fits you the most? Below you can find some tips that professionals suggest on how to choose the right one for you.

1. Stay in the “family”
Get an idea from the perfumes that you already have.  Most people tend to prefer a primary perfume family, so they have a similar perfume sense. So, stay in the same perfume sense and try to experiment with different tones. For example, if you prefer perfumes with rose base, search for a perfume with base of another flower, like violet or jasmine. By remaining in the same family, you limit your primary searching.


2. Go shopping early in the morning
Buying a perfume is preferred to be done early in the morning. That’s because the sense of smell is better in the morning hours when your nose hasn’t got in touch with various daily smells yet. So start shopping as early as possible. Keep in mind that stress sharpens the sense of smell, so consider to go shopping for perfumes next time you feel stressed.

3. Spray and stop
Get a couple of different perfume bottles that interest you and spray on paper testers. If you can’t get one, spray in the internal of the cap (avoid spraying yourself). Smell the perfume one time and then stop. Go for a walk, see something else and avoid smelling it for at least half an hour! You should give it time to dry out and reveal its basic notes. When you smell it again, you will know if it’s the right one for you.


4. Restoring smell
Our glands of smell tend to “get tired” after almost three smells. What’s the result? You won’t be able to separate the perfumes or even end up with a headache. After each test of every perfume smell something neutral (ex. a piece of paper or even better smell some coffee beans that most perfume corners have). This will help you restore your sense of smell.

5. Test it
Once you identify some perfumes that you really like, ask for samples to test them at home. Perfumes may smell different from one person to another. That happens because its tones mix with each body’s natural oils and pheromones. Try one, per day and it is also important to avoid body lotions or even detergent smell on clothes. In conclusion, choose the best perfume based on your first impression. It is always the best to choose the perfume that you can’t help yourself but smelling it…