Project #1 Mason Jar Pendant Light

Ok, so as I've said previously, I love trying new things. I'd like this blog to be a chronicle of that. I already regret not having more step-by-step photos, but alas, I will describe in detail how to accomplish these projects (or link you to someone who can!), and at least include a photo of the finished project.
I have a very deep-seeded love for antiques and kitschy flea market items, but I don't want them collecting dust on my shelves, which is why I like to make them functional again. In different ways. This is a borrowed idea, so I can't take all of the credit! Read remodelaholic's tutorial (which is much better than mine and with illustrations) or see below for my instructions!

Here is the finished project:

Here's how I achieved this look!

Supplies:

1. Vintage Ball Mason Jar with zinc lid. I used one with an aqua tint, in 16 oz. size. Try an 8 oz. jar for smaller areas. You can find these on eBay, though I found my local antique consignment center more cost-effective. I purchased mine for $2.50.

2. Drill attachment for drilling doorknob holes. Hey, I never said I was a technical writer. Use the smaller 1" attachment.

3. Drill

4. Pendant light kit. I purchased mine at the local Lowe's for $18. You can also purchase these for less on Amazon.com, for around $10 each. Shipping cost not included.

5. Wire strippers, and wire cutter.

6. 1 candelabra style CFL lightbulb of appropriate wattage (usually 40-60 watts). These have a very low heat output and will not damage your jar.

Instructions:

Some zinc lids will have a porcelain or ceramic liner (I'm not completely sure what the material is) and it is in your best interest to remove this. Once removed, use your power drill with 1" doorknob attachment and drill a hole in the cener of the lid.

Unthread the plastic washer-like piece from the pendant fixture, and slide lid on. Afix washer-like piece to hold lid in place.

Twist bulb into socket. Twist jar into lid.

Locate your breaker box and cut the power to your light fixture. Remove existing fixture. Read pendant light instructions on how to hard-wire your new light, and attach new light to fixture!

*You can adjust the length of the pendant by using wire cutters to shorten the drop, and by using the strippers to re-expose the wire.

Isn't the end result Marvelous?!