Shelf-Stable Secret Storage

by lilywl in Craft > Mason Jars

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Shelf-Stable Secret Storage

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Hello!

This instructable shares an easy method to hide your valuables in plain sight! By using simple materials around the house, you too can deceive spectators.

I usually use my secret storage to hide my favourite candies away from my siblings. What might you want to hide in your Shelf-Stable Secret Storage?

Hide cash, USBs, jewelry and your other valuables with little effort!

Let's get started!


Supplies

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Materials:

- Jar

- Toilet paper roll *

- Non-perishable/shelf-stable product or food item


* Substitute: use a smaller jar or container instead of a toilet paper roll.

Tip: Choose to fill your jar with a product or food item that your friends and family dislike; therefore, they are less likely to find your secret compartment when looking for a snack.


Tools:

- Marker

- Scissors

Create the Hidden Compartment

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1. Cut the toilet paper roll

Mark off the desired height, and then cut the toilet paper roll for your hidden compartment to fit inside your jar.

Fill the Jar

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2. Fill the jar

Fill the jar with the non-perishable/shelf-stable item of your choice!

Make sure to only fill around the secret compartment; this way, you can use the maximum capacity of the storage.

Also, fill the jar with enough items to block the visibility of the toilet paper roll.

Store Your Items!

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3. Use your secret storage

Hide whatever valuable items you want in your Shelf-Stable Secret Storage!


Tip: Tighten up the jar lid to prevent aimless snackers from stumbling upon your secret stash; no one would want to take time to open up your tightly shut jar.


What will you hide in your Shelf-Stable Secret Storage?