DIY Mother's Day Keepsake
WRITTEN BY: JESSIE KOZAK
Mother’s Day is the perfect time to say thank you to the special moms and caregivers who light up our lives! This adorable and easy DIY gift doubles as a colorful keepsake vase.
We’re combining tape-resist painting, a painted mason jar, and our favorite Light-Up Cubes to create a beautiful, heart-filled gift that shines as brightly as Mom does.
Here’s What You’ll Need:
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1 mason jar (or any clear jar)
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Acrylic paint in Mom’s favorite colors
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Heart-shaped contact paper or painter’s tape cut into a heart
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Paint Brushes
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Glo Pals Light-Up Cubes (choose a color she’ll love!)
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Scissors
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Twine or ribbon
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Mom, you light up my life! FREE Printable download
Step-by-Step Instructions:
1. Prep Your Jar
Start with a clean, dry mason jar. Cut a heart shape out of contact paper (or painter’s tape) and stick it to the front center of the jar. This will be your “resist” area that stays clear while the rest of the jar gets painted.
2. Paint, Paint, Paint!
Use a paint brush and your favorite acrylic paints to cover the jar—go wild with color, pastels, or even dot patterns! Don’t forget to paint around the heart, all the way to the edges. Let your little one get creative—finger painting is totally encouraged!
3. Peel & Reveal
Once the paint is fully dry, carefully peel off the contact paper heart to reveal a sweet, clear heart in the center. (Cue the “awww!”)
4. Add Some Glo
Add water to the jar and drop in a few Light-Up Cubes for an instant glo-up! The glowing light through the painted jar adds a magical touch.
5. Add a Gift Tag
Download our free Mother’s Day gift tag printable, tie a ribbon or twine around the neck of the jar and attach your gift tag!
This craft is full of sensory fun—painting, glowing, creating!—and results in a one-of-a-kind gift that’s bursting with love. The clear heart lets the Glo Pals shine through, making this a glowing reminder of just how much your little one loves Mom.
Happy Mother’s Day from your Pals at Glo Pals!
As always, please tag us on socials @glopals and use #glopals so we can see your special gift for Mom! 💐
