Ribbon Jars DIY

 The other day I was trying to think of a new use

for my collection of apothecary jars.

I knew that I could fit spools of ribbon in some of them,

but it was a pain taking them out when I needed them.

So I thought of the straw holders you can buy,

that you pull the lid up and all the straws come up too.

I decided to see if I could replicate that idea.

Here's what I did.

I cut out foam core circles the same size

as the ribbon spools.

Then I cut an x in the middle of the circle 

with an exacto knife,

added some glue

and inserted a dowel.

I had to cut down one dowel so it would fit 

once it was inside the jar.

After the glue was dry I thread my ribbon spools 

onto the dowel, being careful not to overload it.

Then I dropped it into the apothecary jar.

Now when I need a spool, 

I can just pull the ribbon holder out of the jar

and take of the spool I want.

I think they look pretty all stacked up!

Bye for now!