Mason Jar Gifts are so much fun to assemble you can put Everything In A Jar! Gather together a bunch of small times with a similar theme and color. Put them all in a mason jar, add a free printable label and your handmade gift is ready to go!
With just a little over 10 weeks until Christmas, it is already time to start thinking about gifts!
The more gifts that can be taken care of ahead of time, the easier the holiday season will be. I came up with a really fun idea that can be customized to pretty much any person or occasion called:
{Everything} In A Jar Mason Jar Gifts
Today, I am going to show you the ones I made for teachers! Teachers spend so much time at school so I tried to think of items that could be used at school.
When I picked the supplies to stuff the jars, I tried to stick with a color scheme for each jar to make it look cuter. To make the gift jars in this post, I used the large quart sized (32 oz) jars. If you have smaller items, smaller jars could be used.
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{energy} in a jar
Peanuts
White Chocolate Hot Drink Mix
Suisse Mocha Latte Mix
White Chocolate Macadamia Nut Energy Bar
Milk Chocolate Truffles
{pampering} in a jar
Cozy Socks
Sunshine Daisy Lotion
Sunshine Daisy Fragrance Spray
Moisture Rich Hand Creme
Soothing Massage Bar Soap
Eye Treatment Cream
Facial Scrub
Lip Balm
{refreshment} in a jar
Facial Cleaning Towelettes
Wrinkle Release Spray
Disposable Mini Toothbrushes
Tide To Go Mini Pen
Peppermint Gum
Peppermint Altoids
Mini Brush and Mirror Combo
The first step for assembly is to stuff the goodies into the jars. This takes some planning and coordination. A long pencil can help with shuffling items around and getting them to fit.
I designed some labels to print off and put on the jars. You can print these labels out, free of charge, if you would like to make your own jars. The first one is has the wording on the ovals and the second is blank so you can add whatever you want. I think I made the images large enough that you should just be able to print them from clicking on the image. My printer just ran out of ink so I can’t test it but if it doesn’t work just let me know and I can add a Google Doc or email you the file.
***update December 2011***
I am amazed at all of the support that has been shown for this post! Thank you everyone! I’ve heard from several people that they have had issues printing the labels so I am going to explain 2 ways to do it and again, if this doesn’t work for you please contact me and I will email you the file:
1) Right click on the image above of the label you want and choose “Open Link In A New Window”. It should open the labels in a new browser window. From that browser window, you can right click and choose “Save Image As” to save the labels to your computer. Then, just print them from your computer.
2) I have created a Google Doc for each of the label files so you can download and print them from there:
{Everything} In A Jar Mason Jar Gifts labels
{Everything} In A Jar Mason Jar Gifts ~ No Words Labels
Okay, second issue…some people have had questions about how to add their own wording to the blank labels. Just download the file to your computer and then open it in a photo editing program and add the words. PicMonkey is a great FREE online photo editing program, if you do not have one to use already.
I cut out the labels and using Elmer’s CraftBond Glue Spots #GlueNGlitter in the thin small style, I attached the long strip to the back of the jar.
Then, using more glue spots, I wrapped the strips around the jar. The 2 ends don’t meet but that is okay because the oval will cover the opening.
Using more of the glue spots, I attached the oval label.
My kids like the {refreshment} in a jar the most and keep claiming it as the one they are going to give to their teacher! I told them we can buy more of the same stuff and make another jar!
Here are some more fun ideas we came up with for jars:
{tide me over} in a jar
Beef Jerky, Nuts, Trail Mix, Granola Bars, Single Serving Drink Mix
{first aid} in a jar
Bandaids, Tweezers, Ibuprofen, Ointment, Gauze, Hand Sanitizer,
Non Latex Gloves, Antiseptic Wipes
{s’mores} in a jar
Marshmallows, Chocolate Bars, Graham Crackers
{relaxation} in a jar
Mini Candles, Bath Salt, Massage Oil, Eye Mask
{sewing} in a jar
Mini Scissors, Thread, Thimble, Buttons, Seam Ripper, Needles
You get the idea! This gift can be for teens, moms, kids, friends or anyone else. Just customized the jar to the recipient’s tastes! It is fun to try to find mini items that will fit in the jars!
More free printable labels for mason jar gifts :
If you love these gifts in a jar, you might also love:
52 Things I Love About You ~ A Year In A Jar
Ice Skating Date In A Jar
Spa In A Jar
nasir says
Hello,What a great idea and you make them look so adorable! Thank you for sharing your great ideas! I just joined your blog, hope you can check out my blog and join as well. Thanks again!
Alex Estrella says
Thank you so much for this website!!! Its an awesome idea for my girlfriend! Thank you !
Lucy says
Hi!!! I love this idea and I am thinking of making one of these jars for my sisters Christmas present. where do you get the mason jars??
Thx a lot
Tonia says
Hi Lucy! They are available in various sizes on Amazon. You can find the 1-quart size here: http://amzn.to/2eRdydc (affiliate link). You can also find them at craft stores such as Michaels or Joann’s, department stores like Target or Walmart, and at second-hand stores and thrift shops. Enjoy! ~Tonia
Janet says
Amazon buy it there. Cheaper. Ball and Kerr
lexie says
you already buy a lot of foods in them. save them aznd clean them out
Peyton Winker says
LOVE your blog. These mason jar gift ideas are a broke college student’s guide to looking like you’ve got it together. Keep up the great work!
Patricia says
Do u Only do these as Gifts or do u sell them as well ?
How do u decide how to much to sell the jars for, looking to make some extra cash for Christmas
Tonia says
I’ve only given them as gifts. If I were to sell them, I would add up the cost of making the jar (mason jar + supplies) and the time it took me to make them and use that to figure out how much to charge. Good luck Patricia! ~Tonia
nicola says
I love you site The Mason Jar ideas are totally cite practical & fun. Will be a theme for 2015 xmas gifts. What a creative person you are. As for the food nibbles definitely my next out of home plate to go 🙂
Tonia says
Thanks Nicola! I hope you have fun making the jars! ~Tonia
Carol says
What type of paper did you use to print out the labels?
Tonia says
I used regular white printer paper. Best of luck! ~Tonia
Carol says
What font did you use for the labels? I love that specific font it adds a bounce to the wording.
Tonia says
Hi Carol,
Unfortunately, I don’t remember! I made these jars in 2011 and I believe I used a scrapbooking program which I no longer can use due to computer updates. Sorry about that!
~Tonia
Laura at Pregnancy Method says
So cool! We do something similar for the expecting mothers in our group and call it a “go jar”. When it’s time to have the baby, they grab their overnight bag and their “go jar” and head to the hospital. The jar contains things like chapstick, mascara, mints and a few other things to make the experience a little more comfortable. Definitely found a few ideas in your post that we can use in the future.
Danielle says
I just discovered your site from Pinterest and I love it! I am so anxious to make my first gift jar!
Kimi says
So cool. and so organize 😀 I like this idea
Lo says
Hi! These are great ideas. Any suggestion for teachers?
Paulette Dodson says
yeah that was great! i was going ask that same question 🙂
Danielle says
I think the relaxation in a jar is a great idea for teachers. I would give them to my son teacher at the end of the school year as a way of saying “you survived!” Lol
Curiosidades says
Good idea
Courtney says
I love this website I’ve saved alot of your jars and i will be making them as i think they are so adorable. Thank you.
Tonia says
Wonderful! I so happy you found your way here!
Sherry says
I just discovered your website from Pinterest and I absolutely LOVE it!! I am totally obsessed!! Thank you for all of your wonderfully creative ideas! I recently lost my job, the week of Thanksgiving : ( and had no idea how I was going to do Christmas. But, now I have such great, inexpensive ideas that will be more meaningful than just buying from a store! Thank you and have a VERY MERRY CHRISTMAS!! ~Sherry
Tonia says
Hi Sherry,
Welcome here! I am so happy you found your way to my site and that I am able to help in some small way. I am so sorry about the lost job, but I hope that you can still have a wonderful holiday season!
Warmly,
~Tonia
Stef says
having a hard time getting some of this stuff to fit in the jar.
Chavel B. says
Your red, blue, and yellow labels are perfect to use for my homemade sugar scrubs to be given out at a circus-themed baby shower. Can you please email the file so that I may edit them?
Tonia says
Sure thing! The email has been sent. Let me know if you don’t receive it.
Barb says
This is EXACTLY what I have been searching for for gift ideas…for the gals at work!! I give all the kids and grandkids something extra and unexpected that is “homemade”… I may just add their gift card along inside the jar…..This is perfect…Can not wait to get started.
Tonia says
That is a great idea, Barb! It’s hard to find something that you can make for lots of different people without spending a fortune. Have fun making them!
Victoria Biafore says
These are such an amazing idea!! I’ve already started making them for Christmas this year, including it woukd some ideas of my own. I was wondering if it would be okay with you if I made these to sell? I’m trying to find ways to earn money and this is perfect. I would, of course, put a note inside notifying the buyer that I got the idea from you and this site. Would that be okay?
-Victoria, 14
Tonia says
Hi Victoria,
Yes, that is totally fine with me! It sounds like a great way to save money. Have fun with it!
~Tonia
Victoria Biafore says
Thank you!! 🙂
Sherri says
Tonia,
Thanks for posting this! I am a pastors wife and every year I go to a pastor wives retreat this year I am taking these Jars as Door Prizes!!! So excited to start making them!!!
Thanks
Sherri Anderson
Tonia says
You are very welcome! I’m sure they are going to love their jars!
Menahil says
Very cute gift idea!
Heidi says
These are such wonderful gift ideas for really any occasion! I think you could do an adorable Baby Shower gift this way too! Thanks for sharing =)
Tonia says
Thanks Heidi!
Tawny says
Absolutely Wonderful Idea…I love this!!!!!!
Rhonda says
Amazing idea! You should start a business with these! I hope you go far with this!
Tonia says
Thanks Rhonda!
ciniya k says
how much would you sell these for?
Tonia says
I don’t sell them personally, but if I did that would depend on how much money I spent on the supplies. Best of luck!
Veronica says
I recently discovered The Gunny Sack, and I love your ideas and recipes! I am excited to make some of these jars for friends and family. Thank you so much for sharing your creativity!
Tonia says
Fantastic! I am delighted that you found my site. Even though Christmas is over, there are so many upcoming holidays where you can give gifts in a jar: Valentine’s Day, Easter, Mother’s Day and so on!
Veronica says
These are perfect for birthdays as well 😉
Samantha S says
Just letting you know, it’s 2013 and I still love this!!! Thanks for the great gifting ideas.
Tonia says
LOL! Thanks Samantha! Gifts in a jar are still popular. Maybe in 10 years we will back and go “What were we thinking?” but for now I am giving 15 of my Peppermint Pampering gifts in a jar this year!
Holly says
What a great idea for someone who has everything
Elizabeth says
Loved this! I’m giving away four this holiday season! Some other ideas for Refreshment in a jar are moisturizing chap stick, peppermint Pattys, air freshener, and facial freshener/moisturizer. Ideas for Rejuvenation in a jar are Lindor Chocolate an foot scrub. I also did Creativity in a jar (for an artist I’m friends with) and put in pencils and paint brushes, and Italy in a jar (you can do any country) and put in pasta, picture of the Italy flag, and a tomato. Thanks again!
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