DIY Mason Jar Easter Bunny Vases: A Simple Spring Craft

Step-by-Step Instructions

Now let’s get crafting! This project takes about an hour of active time, plus drying time for the paint. I usually spread it across an afternoon, working on other projects while waiting for layers to dry.

1. Prepare Your Workspace

Start by laying out newspaper or a drop cloth in a well-ventilated area. I learned the hard way that spray paint has a tendency to find its way onto surfaces you never intended to paint! Make sure your area is protected and, if possible, work outdoors or near an open window.

Clean your mason jars thoroughly, removing any labels and sticky residue. I soak mine in warm, soapy water, then use a bit of olive oil to remove any stubborn adhesive. Make sure they’re completely dry before moving on to the next step.

2. Apply the Base Coat

Take your clean mason jars outside or to your ventilated workspace. Apply a thin, even coat of white spray paint to the exterior of each jar. I find it works best to hold the can about 8-10 inches away and use steady, sweeping motions.

Don’t worry about making it perfect on the first coat – it’s better to do multiple thin layers than one thick, drippy coat. Let this first layer dry for about 15-20 minutes (or according to the directions on your spray paint can).

Apply a second coat of white spray paint, and a third if needed, until you have a smooth, opaque finish. Let the jars dry completely. This usually takes at least an hour, but I often leave them overnight to be sure.

3. Paint the Bunny Faces

Now comes the fun part! Once your jars are completely dry, it’s time to add the bunny faces. For each jar:

1. Use a small brush and pink paint to create a small nose in the center of the jar. I like to make mine a simple oval or triangle shape – nothing too complicated.
2. With black paint, add three whiskers extending from each side of the pink nose. Keep them simple – just straight lines work perfectly. You want them to be noticeable but not too thick.
3. If you want to add eyes, use tiny dots of black paint placed slightly above the nose. I’ve made versions both with and without eyes – both are adorable, so it’s really a matter of personal preference.

What I’ve learned from making dozens of these is that imperfection is charming! Don’t stress about making each bunny face identical or perfect. The slightly irregular, handmade quality is what makes these vases so endearing.

4. Optional Embellishments

While the simple bunny faces are adorable on their own, sometimes I like to add extra details:

• Bunny Tails: Attach a small white pom-pom to the back of each jar using a dab of hot glue. This little detail adds so much charm!
• Ribbon Accents: Tie pink or pastel ribbon around the neck of the jar for an extra touch of spring color.
• Ear Outlines: For a more defined bunny look, paint simple ear shapes extending up from the face using thin black lines.

Remember, these extras are completely optional. Even the most basic version with just a nose and whiskers looks fantastic when filled with flowers.

5. Fill Your Bunny Vases

Once your paint is completely dry (I usually wait at least 4 hours), it’s time to fill your bunny vases. Add water if you’re using fresh flowers, or leave them dry for artificial stems.

Some of my favorite flowers to use in these vases include:

• Tulips in bright spring colors
• Daffodils for that classic yellow Easter look
• Baby’s breath for a delicate, airy feel
• Wildflower mixes for a casual, meadow-inspired look
• Pussy willows for a natural touch

I often create a little “bunny family” by using different sized mason jars together. A quart jar “mama bunny” surrounded by pint jar “baby bunnies” makes an adorable arrangement for a dining table centerpiece or mantel display.