Painted Glass Luminaries

Hi, it's Randi from Swoon with an easy summer project for you!

I made these painted glass luminaries and I love how they turned out!  They look modern and pretty during the day and produce a soft glow when evening comes around.  We use them on our deck with citronella candles, but they look great on an indoor coffee table too.

Here's what you need:

- glass jars/candle holders (mine are "fishbowl jars" from the craft store, priced at $2.99 and $3.99)
- white multipurpose acrylic paint
- sponge brush
- tape (painter's or masking)
- tea lights  

Step One: Starting with a clean jar, tape a straight line around the bottom quarter of your jar. Run your fingernail along the edge of your tape to ensure there are no gaps.
 

Step Two: Stand jar upside down and paint a thing coat below the tape and across the bottom of jar.  Allow to dry for 20 minutes (or until completely dry).
 

Step Three: Repeat step two until bottom quarter of jar is covered with paint (I applied 5 coats to mine), and allow to dry.
 

Step Four:  Flip jar over, place tea light inside, and enjoy!  Wait a month before cleaning jar with soap or water.