Scented candles come in handy glass jars that can be saved and reused as containers. Sometimes the glass has an attractive, smoky hue or a fancy lid that would fit right in on your bathroom counter.

Have you ever wondered what to do with decorative candle jars once they’re empty? There are plenty of creative (and practical) ways to upcycle the containers instead of just tossing them in the trash.

Dominique Pariso is passionate about hunting for the lipstick that Navarro cheerleaders wear, the coolest plus-size jeans, and the next status candle. She is also a part-time dog-sitter. As some of my ...