6 Clever Uses for Weck Jars (That Go Beyond Canning) These little jars do it all. Close Credit: Courtesy of Amazon Weck jars are German-designed glass storage jars designed primarily for home canning. Featuring a distinctive wide-mouth shape, rubber gasket, and metal clamps, the design creates an airtight seal ideal for preserving and pickling. But the uses of these handy little jars go beyond just saving seasonal produce. Whether you have a few extras from your last canning session or you’ve fallen in love with the cottagecore aesthetic of these tiny glass jars, here are some creative ways to use Weck jars you haven't thought of yet. 11 Household Items You Didn't Know You Could Repurpose 01 of 06 Stylish Food Storage Credit: Courtesy of Weck Jars Weck jars are ideal for storing pantry staples like nuts, grains, dried fruit, and spices. Their wide mouths make scooping easy, and the glass construction means you can always see what’s inside. It’s just a bonus that their pretty shape elevates open-shelf organization, making your pantry look like it belongs in a magazine spread. 02 of 06 Zero-Waste Gift Packaging Instead of disposable wrapping, present homemade treats or small gifts in a Weck jar. Fill one with cookies, candy, or bath salts, tie a ribbon around the neck, and add a tag. The jar becomes a part of the gift that can be reused again and again. 03 of 06 Single-Serve Meals and Snacks Credit: Anchiy / Getty Images The various sizes of Weck jars make them perfect for meal prep. Use them to portion out overnight oats, yogurt parfaits, salads, or even layered pasta salads. The airtight containers will keep food fresh, and they’re sturdy enough for daily use. The tulip shape in particular is also perfect for layered single-serve meals that look as good as they taste. 12 Clever Uses for Reusable Grocery Bags You Haven't Tried 04 of 06 Motivation Jar Fill a Weck jar with handwritten notes, affirmations, or small goals to draw from when you need a mental boost. You can also use it to store favorite quotes, gratitude prompts, or rewards for meeting milestones. It's a low-effort way to inject some positivity into your day, and it can work as a heartfelt gift, too. 05 of 06 Homemade Skincare Storage Credit: Fodeode / Getty Images For anyone who makes their own face masks, scrubs, or lotions, Weck jars offer the perfect airtight container. The glass is non-reactive, easy to sterilize, and won’t absorb oils or scents, which makes it ideal for natural beauty products. Their shape makes scooping and cleaning simple, too. 06 of 06 Craft Room Storage These jars are too pretty to relegate to the pantry! Keep a small stock in your craft room or hobby space. They’re perfect for storing small items like beads and buttons, filling with wax for homemade candles, or even building tiny terrariums or dioramas. Explore more: DIY Projects & Crafts