I'm a sucker for anything with Easy Peasy in the title (even though Karianne used the word "cinch" instead of "easy peasy"!) so when I saw this "Mission: Possible" blog party shaping up for March 27th, I just knew I had to do a project that I've had on the back-burner since last fall.
I had the jar, I had the lid, I had a soap pump because I just finished using up a Christmas gift plastic soap dispenser - put it all together and EASY PEASY CUTE SOAP DISPENSER! Forgive me for shouting...
The only part that I struggled with a bit was making the hole in the lid big enough to fit the pump that I was going to use. I drilled a hole in the center of the lid and then used needle nose pliers to bend back the opening little by little until I had just the right fit. Once I got everything assembled, I realized that the lid would look better if it was the same colour as the pump - so out came the black spray paint. I love this project! Total time spent: 10 minutes (not including waiting 1/2 an hour for the spray paint to dry). You can also use a glue gun or silicone caulk to keep the pump securely in place. That might prevent some rusting as well.
I had two jars to choose from - a clear jar and a jar that I had painted last fall by dipping the jar in a can of paint (that was a very messy job that I don't recommend anyone else try!!!). I like them both, but opted for the clear version so I know exactly when I'm running out of soap. A little extra touch was a twine bow and it's good to go!!
UPDATE: My soap jar has been used multiple times daily over the last 14 months and the lid now needs to be replaced due to rust. My suggestion is to make several lids at the same time so you can swap them out when the rust gets bad. Easy peasy!
I created my own mason jar soap dispenser! Tah daaaaah!!!
I had the jar, I had the lid, I had a soap pump because I just finished using up a Christmas gift plastic soap dispenser - put it all together and EASY PEASY CUTE SOAP DISPENSER! Forgive me for shouting...
The only part that I struggled with a bit was making the hole in the lid big enough to fit the pump that I was going to use. I drilled a hole in the center of the lid and then used needle nose pliers to bend back the opening little by little until I had just the right fit. Once I got everything assembled, I realized that the lid would look better if it was the same colour as the pump - so out came the black spray paint. I love this project! Total time spent: 10 minutes (not including waiting 1/2 an hour for the spray paint to dry). You can also use a glue gun or silicone caulk to keep the pump securely in place. That might prevent some rusting as well.
I had two jars to choose from - a clear jar and a jar that I had painted last fall by dipping the jar in a can of paint (that was a very messy job that I don't recommend anyone else try!!!). I like them both, but opted for the clear version so I know exactly when I'm running out of soap. A little extra touch was a twine bow and it's good to go!!
UPDATE: My soap jar has been used multiple times daily over the last 14 months and the lid now needs to be replaced due to rust. My suggestion is to make several lids at the same time so you can swap them out when the rust gets bad. Easy peasy!
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I NEED to make one of these...what a great project for the party! Thanks so much for sporting our button!!
ReplyDeleteKarah @ thespacebetweenblog
Great project! I should make some of these for our bathrooms! LOVE the twine bow~~
ReplyDeleteXOXO
Looks great.I need to give this a try.
ReplyDeleteCute idea. I love it!
ReplyDeleteHi Anne,
ReplyDeleteI love both of the jars, the painted lid really makes a difference, I think, in how professional it looks. I made one last fall and I did not paint the lid and I'm not crazy about it. So, now that I've seen yours, I know what to do.
Thanks.
Hugs, Cindy
I so want to give this a try. I just picked up a large mason jar -- just need to find a pump!
ReplyDeleteI think you did a FAB job! Well done, Anne. :) Hugs
ReplyDeleteThis is very smart and creative idea! I want to make my own!
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Myric
They are both cute. I have wanted to do this for a while, and still haven't. Maybe you have inspired me.
ReplyDeleteGoodness gracious I LOVE that!!! I just might have to copy it.
ReplyDeleteTurned out great! Did I miss it, or how did you secure the pump part?
ReplyDeleteHey that's cute, and DUH now I know where to get the pump to make one for myself.... my almost empty soap.
ReplyDelete~Bliss~
These are so cute aren't they.
ReplyDeleteGreat work!
Kristy @ 4 the love of WOOD
I LOVE THESE!!!! I have been wanting to make some myself but I'm not sure how to attach the pump to the lid?? How did you do it. I'm sure it's super easy but I can't seem to figure it out lol.
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Hi Anne, I am so impressed with your creativity on this one! I just LOVE this! I will definitely have to give this a go myself. I need a new soap dispenser for the kitchen.
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Love this idea!
ReplyDeleteHow completely lovely is this? VERY!!! I love it - and I want one for myself right this minute!!
ReplyDeleteSarahx
Love the soap dish , and your chest turned out lovely!!! I invite you to visit my blog as well...Blessings Lori
ReplyDeleteLove the soap dish , and your chest turned out lovely!!! I invite you to visit my blog as well...Blessings Lori
ReplyDeletePretty and the jar holds a lot of soap.
ReplyDeleteThank you for stopping by Simple & Sweet Fridays.
ReplyDeleteJody
I love mason jars and this is such a fun project! Glad you're linking it to our Cinch party!
ReplyDeleteKelly
That is so cute I can't take it! Great idea! So easy too :)
ReplyDeleteJulie
redheadcandecorate.com
Really cute ! I think I'll try it !
ReplyDeleteWhat an awesome idea! Why did this never occur to me?! Love creative ideas like this!
ReplyDeleteMy Kitchen definitely needs one of these so I don't know why I have been putting it off for so long. You make it sound very easy. Did you have to use anything to actually attach the soap pump or is the hole just a snug enough fit that it stays put?
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Claire @ alittlesomethinginthemeantime.blogspot.com
Easy Peasy works for me! Your mason jar looks so nice and I was thrilled to learn it only took minutes. I'll definitely give it a try!
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Geneva
These are fabulous! I love how easy you make it sound. I'd love it if you shared this at Whimsy Wednesdays at www.thenymelrosefamily.blogspot.com/2012/03/whimsy-wednesdays-3.html. We go live Tuesday night at 8 EST. I'm following GFC.
ReplyDeleteI've seen the old antique ceramic mason jar lids around blogland but I love the modern black paint. Updated but still old looking.
ReplyDeleteBeautiful project. I love your job!
ReplyDeleteThanks for sharing.
Hope to see you on my blog:)
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ReplyDeleteAlso I host a shared party on Sundays we have a great turn out if you would like to come link up anything you have.
Thank you so much
Rose
You are so clever. I am loving this project. Thanks for sharing at DIYbyDesign.
ReplyDeleteIm drawn to easy peasy as well..haha..love this idea!
ReplyDeleteGotta love the possibilities of a mason jar! Thanks so much for linking up to Cowgirl Up! Hope to see you again next week!
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Amanda
The Ivy Cottage Blog
www.theivycottageblog.blogspot.com
LOVE these, so cute! I've been collecting jars to do this but wasn't exactly sure how to go about it :) I'm a new follower, hope you can stop by too!! Have a fabulous week!
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I am definitely going to make this! I loved it. Thanks for sharing.
ReplyDeleteDarlene
I am definitely going to make this! I loved it. Thanks for sharing.
ReplyDeleteDarlene
Turned out great and you couldn't have found cuter jars to use! Those are awesome! I did this and mine ended up rusting at the top, so the other day, I just put a new lid on....no problem. I thought, ya, if I had to do that every 6 mo, no big deal.:)
ReplyDeleteThanks for linking it up!
--Katie
maybe try 'rustoleom' spray paint?
DeleteAwww.. so so so cute! And it does sound easy peasy! Love it!
ReplyDeletePs.. thank you so much for linking up last week Anne! You were the most viewed link! Check it out tomorrow :)
Love this and a great way to use some of the Mason jars I have. I have some older light blue ones that I think might work just great.
ReplyDeleteI'm featuring you tomorrow on Cowgirl Up!, make sure to stop by and grab a button!
ReplyDelete♥Linsey
This came out great and I can't wait to make one or two!!! Stopping by from Homemaker on a Dime linky party and saw your feature...CONGRATULATIONS!! I am your newest follower too.
ReplyDeleteHere is what I shared this week: http://craftybrooklynarmywife.blogspot.ca/2012/03/vinyl-amp-cover.html
Too cute. I need to try one of these!
ReplyDeleteGreat project. I will be featuring it tonight at my Swing into Spring party that opens at 8pm EST. Please stop by and pick up an I've Been Featured button. Thanks.
ReplyDeleteAnne,
ReplyDeleteDon't forget to link up at It's a Cinch! Haven't seen you at the party yet and this is such a great project ...
:)
Linda
Finally made it here! I'm pinning ...
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Linda
How cute is that! I know the clear one is more practical, but I absolutely love the white and black combo on the other one. Great job, Anne!
ReplyDeleteThanks for linking your creation to Time Travel Thursday. Hope to see you again this week.
Blessings,
Liz @ The Brambleberry Cottage
I love these! I need to make one for my kitchen. I would love to have you share it at my linky party.
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Wish I had seen this before I bought a $24 soap dispenser, cause yours is so much cuter!
ReplyDeletethis is plain and simply...AWESOME! hugs and thanks for linking up with us! : ) hugs...
ReplyDeleteSo cute!
ReplyDeleteVisiting from The Space Between where Karah has just featured you~
~ Dana
Cooking at Cafe D
Like several others, I am wondering how you attached the pump to the lid. I see that you drilled a hole in the lid and made it big enough for the pump,but did you need to glue the pump in place to secure it? Or what? It is so clever and I would like to make some! PlEASE REPLY.
ReplyDeleteThe hole was just the right size for the pump, so it was a snug fit. You can also secure the pump in place with either a glue gun or silicone caulking.
DeleteHave fun!
Anne, sooo cute! you are very creative!
ReplyDeleteLinda at The French Hens Nest
Did you use a sealer on the jar & lid that you painted???
ReplyDeleteNo, the paint I used on the jar was a high gloss latex. It has held up really well and I wipe it down all the time. The lid is painted with Painters Touch spray paint and it is meant to be used on metal. The jar still looks as good today as when I first painted it.
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