Easy, Breezy, Beautiful, Picture Jars.

With Christmas gifts it's always difficult to find something that shows thought and creativity while staying within a reasonable price range. I don't know about you, but for me the latter part of the balancing act isn't too flexible. So, here's a great easy, creative, and CHEAP gift idea. My friend Jenna saw this idea at a wedding and made some for her desk at school. I was immediately drawn to them and thought they would make wonderful christmas gifts. Here's what you need:

1. A mason jar ($1.19 at Michaels)

2. Canola Oil ($3-4 at Trader Joes, or any grocery store for that matter)

One bottle (1 L) fills 2-3 jars.

3. Dried Flowers (Free if you have an old bouquet at home, or available for purchase at a craft store)

4. A picture

5. Yarn and fabric scraps

And here's the finished product! All for a grand total of about $3

Directions:

1. Cut the picture to a size that will fit into the jar (round the top two edges) and put it in the jar pushing it up against the glass

2. Fill the jar with canola oil

3. Put whichever dried flowers you want into the oil

4. Screw on the lid and tie some yarn or ribbon around the top

Happy Christmas Crafting!