Have you ever tried using daily affirmations?
In case you’re wondering, daily affirmations are positive statements that you repeat to yourself every day to help you challenge and overcome self-sabotaging and negative thoughts
I used to question whether they actually worked or not but after using them regularly myself, I can honestly say that I am now a believer!
Repeating them often and believing in them can be a great way to start limiting negativity and making positive changes in your life!
I know a lot of other people who swear by daily affirmations as well.
The key to really getting the most benefits possible from them are to make sure you are doing them Every. Single. Day.
But of course life gets busy for all of us and it can be easy to forget things like that in the midst of our hectic lives.
So I came up with this super easy DIY dollar store daily affirmations jar as a cute and simple way to always remember your daily boost of positivity!
Sign up for the newsletter using the form below so you can download the FREE printable jar labels and affirmations list!
Then keep reading for the step by step guide showing how you can easily recreate this adorable jar for yourself!
Supplies Needed:
- Jar (Dollar Tree)
- Modge podge or glue stick (Dollar Tree)
- Free printable jar labels + affirmations
- Jute twine (optional – Dollar Tree)
Tools Needed:
- Paintbrush
- Scissors
A note about the jar and glue I used:
The jar was available in the Dollar Tree fall/Halloween section. But they usually have other types of jars available year round!
I used modge podge because I already had it on hand, but if you don’t have any Dollar Tree always has a variety of glues, glue sticks, and spray adhesives that would also work great!
DIY Tutorial:
First you’ll want to sign up for the email newsletter using the form above so that you can get your free printable jar labels and affirmations list for singing up!
Once you confirm your newsletter sign up you can expect them to be delivered almost instantly!
Download and print them out (use regular 8.5X11 sized paper).
Now cut out each of the affirmations and the two labels for your jar.
Next, remove any existing label from the jar.
Take your paintbrush, and use it to apply a thin coat of modge podge to the backside of the jar label you printed out that says “Daily Affirmations”.
Position the label evenly on the front of the jar and then press it down firmly for a few seconds.
Allow the modge podge to dry and then move on to the second label!
Apply the modge podge with your paintbrush to the back of the second label, center it evenly on top of the jar’s lid, and press it down firmly for a few seconds.
(Note: make sure your work surface is dry! My label got a tiny smudge at the top from a drop of water on the counter when I was gluing it, haha!)
Next you’ll need the printed affirmations that you cut out earlier.
For a quick and easy way to finish your jar, simply take each individual affirmation and fold it in half!
Just make sure the part that’s printed on is facing inside!
Once you’ve finished that, drop each of your affirmations into the jar, aaaaand you’re done!
Isn’t it just the cutest?!
Variations
Alternatively, you could also roll up your affirmations into little scrolls and tie them using some jute twine!
You can almost always find jute twine at Dollar Tree as well!
But you can really use anything for this, so if you don’t want to use jute twine, or if you don’t have any, don’t worry!
You could also try ribbon, string, strips of lace, yarn…the options are endless really!
Another neat idea I’ve seen is where people actually fold their affirmations into different little shapes!
This would obviously be a little bit more time consuming, but the result is definitely stunning! I think I might just go that route myself the next time I make one!
Feel free to add some of your own personal affirmations to the jar as well!
Using it
Once you’re jar is complete, just take out one affirmation each day to read! Focus on that affirmation for a few minutes and use it to set your intention for the day.
Be sure to place your jar in a spot where you are sure to see it often, that way it will be easier to remember your daily affirmation!
Try to pay attention to your mood as well as your thoughts (a mood tracker can be a great way to do this!) to see if you notice an improvement after practicing your daily affirmations for a few weeks!
You might just be amazed at the difference it makes!
Gifting
This jar would also make a great gift for anyone you know who could use a little more positivity in their lives!
You could even use your own affirmations to make a personalized version of it for your spouse, child, best friend, etc.!
I think it looks especially gift worthy with the affirmations either tied into little scrolls or folded into shapes!
I hope this dollar store DIY daily affirmations jar tutorial helped inspire you to create your own, and focus on adding more positivity into your daily life!
What are your favorite personal affirmations?
Help inspire others by sharing them in the comments below!
