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Fall Inspired Rustic Mason Vases

 


Where are my fall color fans?? These mason jars turned rustic vases are done in fall shades of green, red and yellow. 

Dixie Belle Paint has released 5 limited new fall colors; juniper, merlot and pumpkin spice shown above as well as latte and cashmere used on this serving riser tray.


This great sized mason jars come filled with spaghetti sauce and make a perfect vase. I run thru the dishwasher once emptied. Check out one I did in turquoise and copper patina. It is a favorite color combo.


Many chalk paints claim you can just paint over any surface but to have better adherence I brushed on a coat of Dixie Belle Slick Stick and let dry well. I did the bottom and inside the rim as well.


Now to try some of the gorgeous new limited edition Dixie Belle Paint fall colors.


 I chose 3 ; juniper, merlot and pumpkin spice. I did 2 jars of each color bottom and inside rim painted  as well. And two coats of each color were brushed on letting dry between coats.


To seal the colors and add more durability Dixie Belle flat clear coat was brushed on with a Dixie Belle premium chip brush. Again 2 coats were applied.


The 3 colors sealed up.


Now to age and give a rustic appearance using Dixie Belle's best dang wax in brown. The right vase is done and left is not.


Then Dixie Belle Gilding Wax in copper and bronze. A wee bit of the gold was added too. They layer beautifully and bring out the designs so well.


The metallic colors add a worn weathered look to the vases.


I love them, how about you?


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The riser serving tray under the vases is done in the other 2 fall colors; latte and cashmere.


Which is your favorite color?



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  1. CherylSeptember 23, 2021 10:35 PM

    I just ordered the juniper. I can't wait to use it.ntje Merlot looks really pretty. I can't tell if it is like a burgundy or is it like Rusty Nail?

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    1. Creative MomentsSeptember 24, 2021 9:03 AM

      I like the juniper for sure, the merlot is very 80's rusty red if that makes sense

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  2. Donna @ Modern on MonticelloSeptember 26, 2021 6:33 PM

    Those colors are indeed gorgeous! I will be looking for them a the local boutique that carries the brand. Thanks for sharing with us this week. #HomeMattersParty

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    1. Creative MomentsOctober 02, 2021 10:53 AM

      Thank you Donna, they are limited and apparently already in low stock, hope you find them :)

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  3. Julie @ My Wee AbodeSeptember 27, 2021 9:04 PM

    These are gorgeous, Lee Ann! I sure hope that Dixie Belle decides to add these colors to their regular line! They would be lovely for furniture, too! Thank you for sharing at Tuesday Turn About... I'm featuring you at tomorrow party!

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    1. Creative MomentsOctober 02, 2021 10:54 AM

      Thank you so much for the kind words. You just never know if they will add them fingers crossed :) and THANK YOU for the feature!!

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  4. My Hubbard HomeSeptember 30, 2021 6:35 PM

    These are perfect fall colors and the jars are so pretty. I also love that you reused spaghetti sauce jars. Thanks for adding it to the FWF party Lee Ann, and I'm featuring you at the next Friday party!

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    1. Creative MomentsOctober 02, 2021 10:59 AM

      Thank you so much, I appreciate the kind words and the feature!!

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  5. Amy JohnsonOctober 30, 2024 7:53 AM

    Such cute Mason jars. I love the color. I should have done this to my Mason jar that cracked and could no longer be used for canning. Unfortunately I tossed it. Visiting from Wordless Wednesday.

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    1. Creative MomentsOctober 30, 2024 9:24 AM

      Thank you Amy, I bet you will have another one to try it on one day :)

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  6. AnonymousOctober 30, 2024 11:10 AM

    These are so cute. I love the look the Dixie Belle wax gives. And the Dixie Belle colors are rich. Great job!

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    1. Creative MomentsOctober 30, 2024 2:42 PM

      Thank you for such kind words!! I agree on the DB products :)

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  7. SlabsSeptember 01, 2025 12:04 PM

    Amazing, love visiting here to see what you are up to next
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  8. PamSeptember 04, 2025 5:59 AM

    These are so pretty! One of the nicest jar makeovers I've seen. I'll be featuring this post at Thursday Favorite Things today. :)

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  9. AnonymousSeptember 05, 2025 6:29 PM

    I'd love to have you share at https://tryit-likeit.com/create-it-link-party

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    1. Creative MomentsSeptember 05, 2025 7:34 PM

      I joined todays link up!! and added you to my weekly list :)

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  10. SimsLife.co.ukSeptember 06, 2025 7:40 AM

    How gorgeous are those mason jars? Something so simple, but you totally nailed it with the colours you chose, they are perfect for fall! Sim x #SSPS

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