What were apothecary jars used for?

Apothecary jars were used to store and preserve crude and compounded drugs, in both dry and liquid forms. They were made from a variety of materials including wood, glass, ceramic, and metal.

What looks good in a glass jar?

Decorative Storage for the Kitchen Pantry foods like pasta, spices, baking ingredients, and even cereal can be conveniently stored in a glass jar. Not only is it easy to access these items, you can quickly organize and beautify your pantry space and cabinet interiors.

What can I put in small apothecary jars?

Fill them with any small accessories you use in your kitchen. Dishwashing soap, sugar packets, spices, sugars, flour, etc. What do you put in apothecary jars in bathroom? In the bathroom, beautiful soaps are perfect.

What tools did an apothecary use?

Weights and scales, mortar and pestle, jars and surgical instruments—the tools of the apothecary’s trade. In drawers and in bottles and jars lining the shelves of the apothecary shop are liniments, potions, and pills.

What can you put in a big glass jar?

Things like lemons, apples, or other foods placed inside of jars will need to be removed at some point unless of course, you opt for the faux versions (which I recommend). Organic material like shells, rocks, and moss are interesting to look at up close, making them a great choice of filler for a glass jar centerpiece.

What can I do with a large apothecary jar?

Apothecary jars in the bathroom are perfect for making simple necessities appear elegant. Along with cotton balls and q-tips, you can use a tall jar for makeup brushes or decorative soap. So this is more of a lidded jar, but the same concept applies.