You know that feeling when life gets a bit too overwhelming, and all you can think about are the things that went wrong? I’ve been there, right? Lately, I've been daydreaming about creating my own thankful jar – you know, one of those delightful jars filled with little notes of gratitude? I can just imagine it sitting on my kitchen table, brightly colored and inviting, reminding me to pause and savor the good moments. Remember that time I didn’t burn the toast and actually enjoyed breakfast? Or how about those cozy evenings spent laughing with friends? What if, instead of dwelling on stress, I poured my heart into this jar, capturing all the little wins? It sounds simple, but the thought of reading through those notes later fills me with a warmth I can hardly describe. I mean, who wouldn’t want to revisit those little sparks of joy?
Items You’ll Need
- Jar
- Paper
- Pens/Markers
- Decorative materials
- Labels
- Sealer or glue
- Scissors
- Filler materials
- Coloring materials
Step-by-Step Guide
Step 1: Gathering My Supplies
First things first, I gather all the supplies I need for my thankful jar. I grab a nice jar - something with a lid so I can keep my notes safe. I also grab some colorful paper, a couple of pens and markers in various colors, and some decorative materials like ribbons and stickers. I'll need labels to mark the jar, some glue or a sealer to stick things down, scissors to cut the paper, and finally, some fun filler materials like glitter or dried flowers for that extra touch.
Step 2: Personalizing the Jar
Now, let’s make the jar look really special! I decide to decorate the jar with some of the decorative materials I gathered. I wrap a colorful ribbon around the top and add a few cute stickers that remind me to be grateful. I spend some time making it visually appealing because this jar will be sitting out for me to see every day.
Step 3: Creating My Thankful Notes
Next, I grab my colorful paper and start cutting it into small pieces. Each piece will be used for writing down all the things I'm thankful for. I pick up my pens and markers and start jotting down things that make me smile - like my family, friends, and even that delicious pizza I had last week. I want to fill this jar with positivity!
Step 4: Filling Up the Jar
Once I have a good stack of thankful notes, I start folding them up and dropping them into the jar one-by-one. Each little note is a reminder of something wonderful in my life. I feel happy as I populate the jar with all my gratitude.
Step 5: Labeling My Jar
I want to label my jar to highlight its purpose. I take one of my labels and write 'Thankful Jar' on it. I choose a bright color to make it stand out and then I stick it on the front of the jar. It looks adorable!
Step 6: Adding Filler Materials
To bring my creation to life even more, I pour in some fun filler materials, like a little bit of glitter and some dried flowers. This will give my thankful jar a sparkly touch and make it look really inviting!
Step 7: Final Touches
For the final touches, I check everything to ensure it's just right. I cut away any excess ribbon, seal any loose decorations with glue, and maybe even add a little positivity quote on the inside of the jar for more inspiration every time I open it.
Step 8: Using My Thankful Jar
Now that my thankful jar is complete, I make it a fun habit to write down new things I'm thankful for every week. It’s a beautiful way to cultivate gratitude in my life and also a great decoration for my room!