I’m so sorry to hear that!. Your problem could be caused by a variety of things. The following are my suggestions which would help prevent that when dealing with a detailed image like this one. I’m going to update the post also to add them in, in I’ll be adding these to the post also. Good luck!

1. Use a precision craft knife. We used a #1 (barrel size) with a #11 blade which is the thinnest for detail work. X-ACTO KNIFE
2. Use quality inkjet paper that is at least 97 lbs in weight. Thinner paper will tear easily.
3. Cut on a good cutting mat or any hard surface that will not be harmed by the knife.

Yes it is Sandy. You just set up an account and you can add your own ideas as “posts” or just look around for ideas. Ü

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Well any battery ones will eventually need the battery replaced so I’m not sure what other options you have unless you put in some small twinkle lights. that would require a hole in the back of the jar though. Unless you just drape the cord over the back, which I’ve done here: http://bit.ly/diyjarlights I’m not sure what else would work. For myself I love the timer ones where you turn them on and off with a remote. Eventually batteries still have to be changed. If I think of anything else I’ll let you know!

Awl thank you Nancy!
I would like to make gifts with lights that don’t need to be taken out of the jar. Any idea
suggestions welcomed.
Thank you

Thanks Sandra! The little battery operated tea lights have a switch under them for on off. You have to just pull it out and switch it. Some of the tea lights come with auto timer built in and when you turn them on they will stay on for 6 hours and auto turn off for 18. I think I linked to some on the post.

EDIT: I even found some larger ones that work with a remote! http://amzn.to/2gKh9N2

Hi Bev! My only concern is that it would be difficult to see the photos through the paint.