I love apothecary jars and use them to display some of my most favorite things all over the house. They’re a great way to store and organize items in every room of your home for easy access and tidiness.
The best part? You can find gorgeous glass apothecary jars and glass canisters at great prices (I’ve even found some at the Dollar Store!).
Decorative glass jars also make great decor investments, because you can easily switch up how you style them or use them temporarily for some seasonal decor or a new decor trend without spending a ton of money and overhauling your entire decor vibe.
So if you’re wondering what to fill apothecary jars with, or just have a few jars that you haven’t yet filled with goodies, below are 27 ways to fill apothecary jars for every season or occasion.
In addition, you can also put a variety of custom labels on the surface of these jars to clearly label and organize the contents.
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Quick Tips for Styling Apothecary Jars and Glass Canisters:
- Choose a Theme: Select a cohesive style (e.g., rustic, modern, vintage) to guide your decor choices for the jars and canisters.
- Vary Contents: Fill jars with diverse items like spices, dried herbs, colorful candies, or bath salts to create visual interest.
- Layer for Depth: Arrange items in layers (e.g., sand, shells, or stones) to add texture and dimension.
- Use Natural Elements: Incorporate organic materials like dried flowers, pinecones, or twigs for a rustic or earthy vibe.
- Play with Color: Coordinate contents with your room’s color scheme or use contrasting hues for a bold statement.
- Mix Sizes and Shapes: Combine different jar sizes and shapes for a dynamic, balanced display.
- Add Labels: Use chalkboard labels, vintage tags, or etched glass for a personalized, organized look.
- Incorporate Lighting: Place LED fairy lights or small candles inside clear jars for a warm, whimsical decor vibe.
- Group Your Jars Strategically: Cluster jars in odd numbers (e.g., 3 or 5) on trays or shelves for a curated, intentional arrangement.
1. Cookies & Biscuits – keep your sweets close and always visible in your apothecary jars.
2. Seashells for a coastal vibe – perfect for shell and ocean lovers who want a touch of coastal decor using their apothecary jars. Add coastal styled glass canisters to your living room, bathroom or bedroom for a calming feel.
3. Mosaic Balls/Spheres – a great apothecary jar filler idea to show off your mosaic balls in your powder room, kitchen or living room. The jar pictured below is featured in my newly renovated powder room!
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4. Glass Canister Bathroom Storage for Accessories – display all your sponges, soaps, bath bombs, bath salts, cotton pads/Qtips, brushes and combs while keeping everything neatly organized.
5. Pearl Strands, Jewelry, Pins & Brooches – for the extra glam and organized closet.
6. Christmas Ornaments & Decorations – because decorating the tree just isn’t enough. Create a seasonal decor vignette using glass canisters to celebrate the theme of the season in any room of the house.
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7. Teacups & Kitchen Accessories – this kitchen decor ideas using a glass cloche works because these are too pretty to store in a cupboard.
8. Organize Arts & Craft Supplies in Glass Canisters – for easy to find supply storage while styling your apothecary jars in your arts and crafts rooms.
9. Kitchen Storage for Baking Ingredients – just be sure to avoid storing anything photosensitive that will degrade in light, or place these jars away from UV light to maintain freshness.
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10. Mini Pumpkins + Gourds – Halloween-themed apothecary jars are awesome for a fall seasonal decor idea and make a great centerpiece idea.
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11. Assorted Fruit Display – the non-perishable kind is best for a gorgeous kitchen shelf decor idea or a refreshing living room table.
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12. Pinecones – for a seasonal apothecary ideas with a rustic look for your winter fireplace mantle decor.
13. Laundry + Sewing supplies – never lose your clothes pins, thread or knitting needles ever again by storing them in a glass jar.
14. Plants & Flowers – show off those orchids and blooms or create a lush terrarium using an apothecary jar.
15. Pictures – because picture frames are so last year! Place these picture-filled jars throughout your home to share your memories everywhere.
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16. Interesting Decorative Objects Or Mementos – to keep all your great memories in one place.
17. Dried Pasta Noodles, Herbs, Cereals Or Corks – keep your favorite pastas in sight in your kitchen for all your carb cravings or always have a good cork handy.
18. Beads and Confetti – Use apothecary jars in various sizes and forms to display fun items for your next big event or party! How gorgeous would apothecary jars holding wedding goodies and treats look!
19. Bows, Clips and Hair Accessories – my kids are always losing these…keep your kids’ bathroom looking great and super tidy with these apothecary jar bathroom storage ideas.
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20. Nuts & Seeds – for some easy to find heart-healthy snacks that look gorgeous in your kitchen!
21. Nail Polish – to display all your polish shades for your next manicure.
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22. Easter Eggs – to show off your dip-dyed creations.
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23. Makeup Sponges + Brushes – the most stylish makeup organization/décor idea for your apothecary jars.
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24. Candy-Filled Apothecary Jars – try some in different shapes and colors for a more interesting spread! Apothecary jars filled with sweet treats would be the perfect sweet table decor at a wedding, bridal shower or special event!
25. Fortune Cookie Apothecary Jar Filler ideas – because reading your fortune is always fun.
26. Blocks, Games or Puzzles – always have some fun items handy for game night.
27. Halloween Creepy Crawlies – assuming you’re not arachnophobic like me, these are a fun way to style your apothecary jars for Halloween.
I hope these different ways to fill apothecary jars inspired your next decor update!
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Amazing & helpful! 🙂