new life & love to empty jars..

wondering what to do with your empty Lemon Canary candle jars or your old sauce bottles.. here are some ideas.. remember you can also return them, for a discount off your next candle..

make your own chandelier out of old jars

twist some wire around your old jars to make these gorgeous lanterns

old wine bottles make the perfect dinner accompaniment

turn your old jars into eco friendly soap dispensars

what a gorgeous way to display flowers from the garden, add a bow or lace for something special

put a group of small odd jars together in your bathroom

lovely along the footpath or tables for after dark entertaining

knit a cosy for your jar and fill it with flowers.. LOVE

keep your odd buttons in an old jar, then you'll always know where they are!

rather than buying jars use old ones for things like grain, sugar, salt etc

hang a few old jars under a market umbrellas rungs and add tealights

display your favorite pics in a group on a small dresser, keep them upside down to stop dust getting in
you could also put the lid on and add keepsakes to the photos like old movie stubs, a strand of hair, shells
or something that reminds you of that person.

get creative.. if you have any other great ideas please post them..

and think twice before throwing out your next empty jar..

The Lemon Canary x

a pure clean home..

I know I have been promising some eco friendly cleaning tips for the home.. here are some to get you started..

White Vinegar - disinfects and neutralises grease, great all round cleaning agent. Add fresh herbs to hot vinegar to make a multi purpose solution that smells better than straight vinegar.

Eucalyptus Oil - disinfectant, antiseptic & insect repellant. Removes grease, gum & adhesives. Great wool wash.

Lemon - because lemons are naturally acidic they are a mild bleach. They will cut through grease & soften stains. Also a great insect repellant.

Salt - using a salty solution near food preparation areas is a great way to disinfect and keep bugs away from the kitchen.

Bicarb of Soda - non-poisonous and a great stain remover. Great abrasive polish for the bathroom. A small pot in the fridge will absorb unpleasant smells.

Olive Oil - protective oil for wooden & leather surfaces. Equal parts olive oil & vinegar clean & polish timber & remove scratch marks.

The Lemon Canary x