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13 Mason Jar Fall Craft Ideas to Make This Season

September 2, 2025

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Mason jars are a simple and versatile way to add a touch of autumn to your home. I enjoy using them to create cozy and charming decorations that bring warmth and style to any room. Fall crafts with mason jars can be easy to do and fit well with seasonal themes.

If you want to decorate for fall with projects that are both budget-friendly and creative, mason jar crafts offer plenty of ideas you’ll appreciate.

These crafts work well for different spaces and occasions, making it easy to bring autumn spirit into your home.

1. Pumpkin Lantern Mason Jar

A mason jar decorated as a glowing pumpkin lantern surrounded by fall leaves and small pumpkins on a wooden surface.

I like making pumpkin lanterns with mason jars for fall. They use simple materials like chalk paint and jars.

These lanterns give a soft, warm glow without looking spooky. They fit well on tables or shelves during autumn.

2. Fall Leaf Vase

A mason jar filled with colorful autumn leaves on a wooden surface surrounded by small pumpkins, acorns, and pine cones.

I use mason jars to make simple vases decorated with fall leaves. I press or glue colorful leaves around the jar’s outside. It gives a natural, warm look without much effort.

Adding fresh or fake flowers inside helps complete the autumn feel. The jars work well as centerpieces or window decorations.

3. Thanksgiving Centerpiece Jar

A mason jar decorated with fall leaves, small pumpkins, pine cones, and cinnamon sticks, arranged as a Thanksgiving centerpiece on a wooden table.

I like making Thanksgiving centerpiece jars because they are simple and add a warm touch. You can fill them with small pumpkins, pinecones, or fall leaves.

They work well on dining tables or mantels. These jars are easy to create and fit any style.

4. Autumn Candle Holder

A mason jar candle holder decorated with autumn leaves, dried orange slices, and cinnamon sticks, glowing softly on a wooden table with fall leaves and acorns around it.

I like making autumn candle holders with mason jars because they add a warm touch to any room. I use leaves, burlap, and candles to create simple, cozy decorations. These holders fit well on tables or shelves during fall.

5. Rustic Burlap Wrapped Jar

A mason jar wrapped in burlap and twine surrounded by pumpkins, fall leaves, pinecones, and acorns on a wooden surface.

I like using burlap to wrap mason jars for a simple, rustic look. It adds texture and warmth that fits well with fall decor. You can also add fabric leaves or twine to enhance the design easily.

6. Acorn and Pinecone Filled Jar

A clear mason jar filled with acorns and pinecones sitting on a wooden surface surrounded by fall leaves and small pumpkins.

I like filling mason jars with acorns and pinecones. It’s simple and adds a natural fall look to any room. These jars bring a bit of the outdoors inside without much effort.

7. Cinnamon Stick Jar Decor

A mason jar filled with cinnamon sticks surrounded by fall leaves, pumpkins, pine cones, and acorns on a wooden surface.

I love using cinnamon sticks in mason jars for fall. They add a warm, natural scent and a simple, cozy look. I usually fill the jar with sticks and add pine cones or small pumpkins for more autumn charm.

8. Maple Leaf Garland Jar

A 13-ounce Mason jar decorated with colorful maple leaf garlands on a wooden surface surrounded by fall-themed items.

I love making a maple leaf garland jar for fall. I use paint to create leaf shapes on the jar. Then, I add a string of small leaves around the jar for extra detail. It makes a simple, charming decoration for any room.

9. Orange and Yellow Tissue Paper Jar

A mason jar filled with orange and yellow tissue paper on a wooden surface surrounded by small pumpkins, acorns, and autumn leaves.

I use orange and yellow tissue paper to cover the jar. It creates a soft, glowing effect when a light is placed inside. This simple craft adds a warm, autumn touch to any room.

10. Twine Wrapped Mason Jar

A mason jar wrapped with twine, filled with small pumpkins, autumn leaves, and dried grasses, sitting on a wooden surface with a warm autumn background.

I like wrapping twine around mason jars for a simple fall look. It adds texture and a cozy feel to any room.

You can wrap twine around the jar’s center or rim and glue it in place. Adding small fall decorations like leaves or mini pumpkins makes it even better.

11. Mini Pumpkin Filled Jar

A clear mason jar filled with small orange mini pumpkins on a wooden table with fall leaves and pine cones around it.

I love filling small mason jars with mini pumpkins for a simple fall look. The jars hold the pumpkins securely and add a rustic touch. This craft is easy to do and works well as a centerpiece or shelf decor.

12. Jar with Fairy Lights

A glass mason jar filled with glowing fairy lights surrounded by fall leaves, small pumpkins, pine cones, and acorns on a wooden surface.

I like using fairy lights inside mason jars for simple, warm fall lighting. The soft glow fits well with autumn decor and creates a cozy feeling in any room. Adding small leaves or pinecones can make it feel extra seasonal.

13. Chalkboard Label Mason Jar

A collection of mason jars decorated with fall-themed items like leaves, pumpkins, and pinecones arranged on a wooden table.

I use chalkboard labels on mason jars to keep things organized and stylish. Writing with chalk or a marker lets me change the label anytime. It’s a simple way to add a personal touch to fall decorations or gift jars.

Kasey Spencer

Certified Master Gardener and Editor-in-Chief at TheGrow, helping newcomers and green thumbs make sense of gardening! With over a decade of hands-on gardening experience, I’ve worked on everything from small urban plots to full backyard homesteads, and helped thousands of readers grow with confidence.