Re-using baby food jars

A lot of our clients have babies so here's an idea for re-using those cute little jars that baby food comes in. All you need is a baby jar and lid, a small circle of fabric and some rafia. If you're in Bristol, Evangelina's in St Nicholas' market is great for rafia and ribbon and there's also's a brilliant old-fashioned sweet shop called Treasure Island for stocking up on sweets.

Firstly, make sure that the jar is clean. You can soak the jar in hot water to remove the label but if it doesn't come off completely use vinegar. Then fill with sweets, replace the lid and tie on the fabric with raffia. I made about 50 of these for the children attending my daughter's naming ceremony and decorated them with a photograph.