Blue antique jars arranged on a light stone tray and resting on a light marble countertop are the focal points of this vintage mason jar centerpiece idea. A fresh pink hydrangea bloom offers subtle soft pop of color.
21 Mason Jar Centerpiece Ideas for a Timeless Dining Table Focal Point
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Published: January 29, 2023
Updated: November 30, 2023
Mason Jars are an iconic staple of farmhouse and Americana history, a fixture on the dinner table throughout time. Beyond the utility of canning and preserving sustenance, mason jar centerpiece ideas are the next modern step for this predominant staple. Long considered a household staple, mason jars are a perfect addition to your home décor.
Create a charming mason jar centerpiece by repurposing empty mason jars. Fill a mason jar with fresh blooms and greenery and set it in the center of the table for a charming fresh centerpiece. Fill several mason jars with candles and place them lengthwise across a table, then accessorize with fresh pine garland for a timeless and festive tablescape.
Incorporating mason jars into your table décor is a great way to repurpose empty or antique jars. For inspiration, look through these carefully selected mason jar centerpiece ideas to help you create the perfect timeless piece for your table.
02 of Mason Jar Centerpiece for Spring
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Fresh lilac blooms plotted in a rustic metal planter flanked by assorted fresh-cut spring blooms placed in mason jars form the focal point of this centerpiece. White ceramic bunnies placed amongst the spring foilage complete this spring mason jar centerpiece idea.
03 of White Candles in Canning Jars in a Long Wooden Box
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This kitchen boasts a white subway tile backsplash, white counters, and white cabinets. Candles in canning jars are placed in a long wooden box among evergreen branches and pinecones on a white countertop.
04 of Fresh Minimalist Mason Jar Centerpiece on Wood Tray
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Green eucalyptus boughs are arranged in a jar with simple accents and placed on a warm wood tray to complete this fresh minimalist mason jar centerpiece idea. A string of light round wood beads draped over a corner provides a pleasing balance.
05 of Simple Festive Centerpiece with Tree Décor
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This festive centerpiece features a large antique pitcher filled with fresh fir boughs and a variety of miniature bottle brush pine trees arranged on a wooden pedestal cake tray. Soft whimsical light from a jar filled with led miniature string lights completes this simple festive mason jar centerpiece idea.
06 of Mason Jar Centerpiece Ideas
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This mason jar centerpiece features natural pine boughs surrounding a round wood board placed in a rustic metal pan. The warm glow of lit candles placed in mason jars and taper candles complete this festive rustic centerpiece.
07 of Fall Mason Jar and Candle Tablescape
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A rustic wood dining table is adorned with the warm glow of candles placed in mason jars and accompanied by natural accents and taper candles to create the focal point of this decorative fall tablescape. White shiplap walls brighten the space and a white mantel warmed by the glow of soft candlelight and fall accents complete the decor.
08 of Minimalist Amber Mason Jar Centerpiece
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Two amber jars filled with an arrangement of pink floral and green eucalyptus boughs are placed in a bamboo round tray to become the focal point of this minimalist centerpiece. A strand of round wood beads encircles the jars providing balance and interest.
09 of White Kitchen Diner With Lemon Theme
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This kitchen features a white wooden tiered tray with lemon decor such as themed jam jars, rustic signage, ornamental lemons and foliage. The tray sits on a granite countertop and a wooden dining table and coordinating benches sit in the background.
10 of Mason Jar Centerpiece Filled With Tapered Candles
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This refreshing, minimalist centerpiece features a bottleneck jar filled with tapered candles placed on a neutral runner resting on a warm wood table. A simple black chandelier suspends over the table and white shiplap walls brighten the space. An antique dress is placed against one wall, with a large, vintage wall clock hung on the wall above.
11 of Vintage Blue Bottles on Wooden Board
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Set on a wooden board on a white kitchen island, inspiration for blue centerpieces is found in a collection of vintage blue and white patterned bottles and a light blue vase of green foliage. Cream, patterned tiles are visible under the cream range hood.
12 of Minimalist Festive Centerpiece on Farmhouse Table
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This minimalist and festive centerpiece features small jars filled with tea-light candles and white taper candles arranged on a neutral runner spanning the length of a warm wood shiplap table. Natural pine garland weaving through the centerpiece decor provides a festive touch.
13 of Frosted Mason Jar Centerpiece in Farmhouse Dining Room
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A vintage wooden sleigh rests atop a warm wood rustic dining room table. A rustic metal chandelier adorned with frosted pine garland suspends above the table. Three jars filled with snow and miniature pine trees rest on the sled to complete this festive mason jar centerpiece idea. Soft filtered light streams in through the windows and a flocked pine tree stands in the corner between the windows.
14 of Small Space White Kitchen Island
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This tiny kitchen island makes the most of a small space with seating for two and a white shiplap back panel under a white marble countertop. Its surface is decorated with a tray of potpourri and mason jar candles.
15 of Rustic Mason Jars Centerpiece Ideas
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A white, wooden table is draped with a rustic knitted table runner bordered by plate settings. The warm glow of lit candles in mason jars running the length of the table completes this rustic mason jar centerpiece idea.
16 of Festive Winter Wonderland Tablescape With a Pop of Red
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Mason jars filled with votive candles, white pillar candles, and pine accents comprise this winter wonderland tablescape. A festive plaid runner spanning the length of a farmhouse butcher block warm wood table offers a surprising pop of red. Bright natural light streams in through white framed windows and a patterned textured area rug defines the space.
17 of Side Table With Rustic Vintage Mason Jar and Antique Pitcher
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A vintage metal pitcher is filled with dried hydrangea blooms, with three antique mason jars arranged on a round wood platter nearby. Stacked antique primer books rest on a rustic spindle console table next to a white wood sleigh bed. White shiplap walls brighten the space and soft natural light streams in from a nearby window.
18 of Blue Mason Jar and Burlap Runner Spring Centerpiece
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This spring centerpiece features blue mason jars filled with fresh baby breath boughs and miniature green topiaries placed in rustic metal pails. This rustic tablescape is arranged on a burlap and lace runner spanning the length of the table. A rustic black chandelier suspends over the table and plate settings border the centerpiece.
19 of Neutral Farmhouse Tablescape
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This neutral fall centerpiece features white ceramic dishes, candles, and fall accents arranged on a neutral knitted table runner. The tablescape rests on a warm wood dining table. A large white ceramic pitcher filled with fresh fall foliage serves as the focal point.
20 of Christmas Nutcracker Tier Centerpiece
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A tiered centerpiece with peppermint, pine boughs, and nutcracker accents is placed on a light granite countertop in the center of a farmhouse kitchen. A lit candle and jars filled with candy offer a delightful touch.
21 of Wire Cage on a Wooden Tray
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A large widow on a white living room wall illuminates a white armchair. A wire cage is placed over white flowers in a white pot next to a white candle on a small pile of books on a wooden tray. A grey blanket is placed on the white coffee table.
