Ball mason jars

A guide to determine the age and rarity of your Ball mason jar. Learn how to date ball mason jars as well as the history of these beauties!

A guide to determine the age and rarity of your Ball mason jar. Learn how to date ball mason jars as well as the history of these beauties!

Mason jars have come a long way since they were first invented. If you happen to have any old antique mason jars lying in your cupboards, they could be worth some big cash.

I did a little shopping this weekend at some of my favorite antique shops! And, look what I found! These old Ball jars. They are quart sized, blue jars and have sloped shoulders. Some of the glass is wavy and many have bubbles. I've never seen any quite like this before, so I brought them home. After doing some research online, I found that these particular Ball jars are probably one of the earlier sets to be manufactured. So, I thought I would share what I learned that helped me find the…

Until recently, mason jars fell into that category.

A guide to determine the age and rarity of your Ball mason jar. Learn how to date ball mason jars as well as the history of these beauties!

Something about mason jars makes it tough to toss them out. You’ll find yourself hoarding them even when you have so many that they need a special maintenance regime! But glass collections aside, you can ... Read more

People have long used mason jars for canning and preserving food, but with a little imagination and tinkering you can use mason jars for lots of things around your home. Here are 14 ways to repurpose your mason jars. Sewing Kits Turn the lid of your mason jar into a pin cushion and keep the...

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