Gifts in a jar are perfect for giving homemade Christmas gifts. This Peppermint Pampering Jar is filled with items like body butter, foot soak and sugar scrub.
The Holiday Mason Jar Extravaganza has finally arrived! Today is day one with half of the bloggers sharing their crafts. The second half of the bloggers will share tomorrow and on Friday you can share your holiday mason jars in our link party! I’ve shared many gifts in a jar for various holidays and seasons.
Giving homemade Christmas gifts is so affordable! This Christmas I will be giving out gifts in a jar with a Peppermint Pampering theme. It is filled with homemade peppermint spa products and peppermint treats.
If you want to make your own spa products, the recipes are below. If not, you can buy small sized bottles of similar spa products to put in the jars. Or buy large bottles and divide it into small containers.
I started with lots of these small containers from the Family Dollar and spray painted the lids red. Be sure to use spray paint that is specially formulated for plastics. I used Krylon Fusion For Plastic in Pepper Red Gloss to paint these lids. Don’t worry if you can’t find these exact containers. Try looking for small plastic containers in the bead aisle at a craft store or in the food storage aisle of a large retailer like Walmart or Target.
To make the peppermint body butter, I used I used one Net Wt 7.5 oz jar of Vaseline Cocoa Butter petroleum jelly, three 8 fl. oz bottles of Bath and Body Works Twisted Peppermint body lotion (bought them on sale) and two Net Wt. 4 oz jars of Studio 35 Vitamin E cream cream.
Put all of the ingredients into the mixer bowl and add 2 drops red food coloring, 5 teaspoons peppermint extract and 2 teaspoons vanilla extract. Whip everything together.
Fill up as many small containers as you need and put the rest into large containers. This recipe makes 48 oz of lotion. If you don’t need that much, cut the recipe in half.
Peppermint Body Butter Recipe
- (1) 7.5 oz (Net Wt) jar of Vaseline Cocoa Butter petroleum jelly
- (3) 8 fl. oz bottles of Twisted Peppermint body lotion
- (2) 4 oz (Net Wt) jars of Studio 35 Vitamin E cream
- 2 drops red food coloring
- 5 teaspoons peppermint extract
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- Put all of the ingredients into a mixer and whip them together.
- Fill containers with the body butter. This recipe makes 48 oz of lotion.
- Attach a label to the front.
- Add a strip of washi tape across the top.
To make the peppermint sugar scrub, soften 1/2 cup of coconut oil in the microwave for 15 seconds. Add 1 1/2 cups of granulated sugar, 2-3 teaspoons peppermint extract, 1 teaspoon vanilla and 2 drops of red food coloring (if desired).
Mix everything until the color is evenly distributed.
Fill containers with the sugar scrub.
Peppermint Sugar Scrub
- ½ cup of coconut oil
- 1½ cups of granulated sugar
- 2-3 teaspoons peppermint extract
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 drops of red food coloring (if desired)
- Put coconut oil into a bowl and soften in the microwave for 15 seconds.
- Mix in sugar, peppermint extract, vanilla extract and red food coloring.
- Fill containers with the sugar scrub. Recipe makes 16 oz of sugar scrub.
- Attach a label to the front.
- Add a strip of washi tape across the top.
Next, I made some peppermint foot soak by mixing together 1 cup baking soda, 1/2 cup Epsom salt, 2 teaspoons peppermint extract and 2 drops red food coloring. Use a whisk to mix well. The extract made the mix a little wet so I poured it onto a piece of parchment paper and let it dry for 1/2 an hour.
Put 2 tablespoons of peppermint foot soak into each container. When ready to the foot soak, pour the entire contents of the small foot soak container into a basin of warm water.
Peppermint Foot Soak
- 1 cup baking soda
- ½ cup Epsom salt
- 2 teaspoons peppermint extract
- 2 drops red food coloring
- Mix together baking soda, Epsom salt, peppermint extract and red food coloring with a whisk.
- Allow the mixture to dry out before adding to the containers. I poured it onto a piece of parchment paper and let it dry for ½ an hour.
- Put 2 tablespoons of peppermint foot soak into each container. Recipe makes enough that you can put 2 tablespoons into 10 containers.
- Add a strip of washi tape across the top.
- When ready to the foot soak, pour the entire contents of the small foot soak container into a basin of warm water.
Print, cut out and glue the labels onto the containers. You can print the FREE labels below.
Put a piece of candy cane stripped washi tape across the top of the containers.
Here is everything I put into my peppermint pampering mason jar: Ghiradelli Mint Chocolate, peppermint hot cocoa packet, a red manicure set, candy cane Chapstick and peppermint candy. I used a Kerr one quart (32 oz) wide mouth mason jar.
Carefully add everything to the jar so that it all fits.
Put a piece of candy cane stripped Washi tape around the lid and add a snowflake to the top. I bought a pack of these snowflakes in the dollar section at Target.
I am making a ton of these gifts in a jar to give away this Christmas! I’ve got a head start and now I just need to be sure to finish them!
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Hi, I'm Tonia, a lover of food and photography! Fill a gunny sack with delicious ingredients, tie on an apron and let's get cooking
Chloe says
Can I just say that this is the most brilliant and easy DIY mason jar gift. Thank you so much for the idea! So cute! Followed your recipes exactly except halved the body butter recipe and it all came out perfect. Thank you for sharing!
Katie says
Hi! Would it be possible to make the body butter with Bath and Body Works body cream instead? I would LOVE to make this, however they aren’t coming out with the Twisted Peppermint scent in the regular lotion this year, just the body cream.
Tonia says
Hi Katie,
Yes, you can use the body cream. Or you can use another brand peppermint lotion but the Twisted Peppermint is my FAVE cause it smells just like candy canes!
~Tonia
Katie says
I just made it last night using the B&BW body cream – I wasn’t sure if it would be too thick – but it still turned out amazing! 🙂 I’ve made a similar recipe in the past and followed it exactly, so I never thought to sub B&BW scents for the lotion!! Thanks for the great idea!
Tonia says
Fabulous! Can’t wait to make this year’s batch!
Jessica says
Instead of studio 35 can I use… Genes Vitamin E Creme Swiss Collagen Complex Moisturizing Creme for Dry and Sensitive …. I know in the previous comments you said any vitamin E cream but I would rather ask to double check since I didn’t see it on the list of others that you said would work.
Jordan says
Hi, what can I use to substitute the vitamin E cream. I have searched high and low for that stuff and it is no where to be found. I tried Walgreens as you stated you purchased yours there, they have, cannot be sold online and not available at any stores within a 100 miles radius of me. Is there anything I can use instead of that? I have even looked on Amazon and they carry nothing like it. Only lotions with Vitamin E in it. HELP!!!!
Tonia says
Hello Jordan,
You can use any brand of Vitamin E Cream that you can find in your area. If you can’t find it, substitute with another creamy lotion with that is unscented or lightly scented, depending on how much money you want to spend.
Here are a few of the many brands I found on Amazon: (affiliate links)
Now Foods Vitamin E Cream: http://amzn.to/2fXvEtW
Fruit of the Earth Vitamin E Cream: http://amzn.to/2gT8dqd (I believe this one is also sold at Walmart and Family Dollar)
Vital Care Vitamin E Cream: http://amzn.to/2h68835
Best of luck!
Tonia
Belle says
Tonia is the scrub for lips or just body ? and does the red stain ?
Deborah says
I don’t use petroleum jelly, but I do make am un-petroleum jelly. I don’t know the measurements off hand but your u use olive oil and bees wax. I also make my own lotions. I’m trying to go all natural. I think I will try these recipes using homemade items listed.
Emilia says
Well, here’s my experience. First, never use a rubber spatula unless you will keep it for this use only: the petroleum jelly plus all the oil and the perfume will stick to the rubber, a nightmare! My mixture did not come out like the one in your pictures. There were lumps from the petroleum jelly, some of them quite big and I only saw them later, because they did not show while whipping. I wonder if the petroleum jelly has to be a bit warmed up… I used it in my hands and body and, despite only liking lotion, this was fine. I am going to try to use your recipe with unscented lotion and regular petroleum jelly; or maybe even almond oil. I personally don’t like scented lotions–or soaps for that matter. There’s enough perfume in shampoo! Thanks for sharing.
Emilia says
Is the extract in the recipes cooking extract? I was wondering… This is all so lovely. How creative you are. And it was so nice of you to share your ideas!
Kathie says
Could raw shea butter that is whipped be substituted for the lotion?
I made these for Christmas gifts and my friend is in love with the body butter and scrub (she’s not a foot soak kind of person, so she didn’t get any of that).
Thanks for posting!
Tonia says
Sorry Katie! I’ve never tried using raw shea butter. Let me know how it turns out if you do decide to try it! ~Tonia
Kim says
I made these this year and everybody is loving them! Thank you so much! I am telling everyone to pop out the scrub and use it like a bar. Thanks for the inspiration.
Cassie says
Hi Tonia –
These recipes are great! I have made a peppermint foot soak with peppermint tea before which I saw in another one of your posts. Do you like the peppermint tea or the peppermint extract better? And also, could I swap out peppermint essential oil for the extract? Or does it not really make a difference?
Thanks again for sharing, I was looking for something original to gift this year 🙂
Tonia says
Hi Cassie! I think I like the peppermint extract better. Yes, you can use essential oil but the amounts needed will vary. The oil is typically more concentrated so you will need less. I’m planning to make these again this year because everyone loved receiving them! ~Tonia
Imsa says
Is there a substitute for Epsom salt?
Tonia says
You can use sea salt instead of Epsom salt. Enjoy! ~Tonia
Imsa says
Thank you:)
Shelly says
Where did you f ind the Studio 35 Vit E Cream? and is that the only one you can use? It seems to be kind of pricey on amazon. Thank you
Tonia says
I bought it at Walgreens when it was on sale buy-one-get-one-free. http://www.walgreens.com/store/c/studio-35-vitamin-e-cream/ID=prod6120591-product You can use any brand though. Walmart has a two pack for about 4 dollars: http://www.walmart.com/ip/Fruit-of-the-Earth-Vitamin-E-Skin-Care-Cream-4-oz/10314800
Tia says
Hello! I was just wondering if it would work if I used the same ingredients except a different scented lotion and extract? Also would scented oils work if I didn’t have any extract? Thanks in advance!
Tonia says
Yes! You can definitely use other lotions and extracts. Yes, scented oils work as well. Just be sure to adjust the amounts depending on the strengths of the oils. Best of luck! ~Tonia
Jody says
Thanks for posting this. The containers I found at dollar store were a little taller & I found a long foot brush, pumice stone as well as a peppermint soy candle so I used red bins insead of jars.
Wish I could post a photo!
Christina Thacker says
Making these for Christmas – just finished making the sugar scrub, body butter and foot soak and – WOW!! SO IMPRESSED! My husband has already put an order in for more sugar scrub and is making plans to use it everywhere. The body butter feels so silky smooth and I cannot wait to use the foot soak – it’s so fluffy and cool! I increased the epsom salt to 1 full cup and doubled the sugar scrub recipe to make enough but other than that, followed the recipes and it’s wonderful. I can’t wait to give these away. Oh and I found the pedi kits at the dollar store for a buck each and the Twisted Peppermint lotion was half price – it usually is. Thanks sooo much!! Love your site, spreading the word…AFTER Christmas! 😉 -Chrissy
Carol says
I was wondering where you found the red pedicure set. I have looked several places and have not found them,
Tonia says
I bought them from the Dollar Spot at Target last year. I’m not sure if they are selling them this Christmas season.
Jordan says
I was wondering if you had any other options for the peppermint lotion? The twisted peppermint lotion is too expensive.
Tonia says
I really love the smell of the twisted peppermint lotion so that is why I used it but if know of another brand you can definitely use it as a substitute! Most of the peppermint lotion I’ve seen in stores is actually a foot lotion. You could also try making a different scent.
crosswind says
Very Clever. I love the Homemade feel of your Candy Cane Spa In A Jar, yet still looks Classy!! I would love to be the recipient of that. I want to make a candy cane foot balm. Thx for the tips. I bookmarked your website to follow. 🙂 Happy Holidays
crosswind says
Very Clever. I love the Homemade feel of your Cadndy Cane Spa In A Jar, yet still looks Classy!! I would love to be the recipient of that. I want to make a candy cane foot balm. Thx for the tips. I bookmarked your website to follow. 🙂 Happy Holidays
Shelby says
Hello there, I was wanting to make the peppermint sugar scrub for my mom for Christmas but I do not have any coconut oil. Is there anything I could substitute for it? Thanks
Tonia says
Hi Shelby,
You can use olive oil instead of coconut oil but the amounts will probably vary. Start by adding slowly adding the olive oil to the sugar and add more as necessary until it is the consistency you want it to be. Enjoy!
~Tonia
Neema says
hi i just wanted to know if you used peppermint essential oil or extract
Tonia says
Hi Neema,
I used peppermint extract because that is what I had on hand. You can you peppermint essential oil, but you will need less of it because it is more concentrated. Enjoy!
~Tonia
Julie says
I’m doing this project with my sister and daughter. What kind of glue do you use to adhere the paper to the glass? Thx!
Tonia says
Hi Julie,
A craft glue like Mod Podge works the best. Have fun!
~Tonia
Jennifer says
Hi Tonia! This is super great gift idea for Christmas! Just wanted to know if you have an editable version of the labels because I am making homemade peppermint hot cocoa and wanted the labels to match? Thanks, Jennifer 🙂
Tonia says
Hi Jennifer,
Yes, I will email it to you.
~Tonia
Jennifer says
Thank You So Much!
Mecca says
Hi Tonia,
Can I also have an editable verison of the labels? I would like to make a few bigger labels for larger jars.
Tonia says
Sure thing! Here is a link to the blank label: https://drive.google.com/file/d/0Bzzc0kU7BM6FZkdjb3Y0ck5XaUU/view?usp=sharing
Jennifer says
Petroleum jelly and just the lotion together to make the lotion or no?
Tonia says
You need one jar of petroleum jelly, three bottles of body lotion and two jars of vitamin E cream. Enjoy!
Natalie says
Would normal petroleum jelly work rather than the cocoa butter one? I haven’t seen that in our stores in NZ. Also for the Sugar Scrub, could you use other oil rather than coconut?
Tonia says
Hi Natalie,
Yes you can use the normal petroleum jelly instead of the cocoa butter petroleum jelly. For the sugar scrub you can use olive oil instead of coconut oil but the amounts will probably vary. Start by adding slowly adding the olive oil to the sugar and add more as necessary until it is the consistency you want it to be. Enjoy!
~Tonia
Jessie Cleveland says
I have found everything mostly all at the dollar tree :).
However do you mind telling me where you found the red manicure set?? Thank you!
Tonia says
Hi Jessie,
They were in the dollar section of Target during the holiday season last year. I’m not sure if they will have them again this year. Best of luck!
~Tonia
Lydia says
Just made the foot soak and it smells GORGEOUS! Though I doubled the recipe and used peppermint essential oils instead and it only just made enough for 2 table spoons of soak in each of ten little pots. So I’m not sure whether your measurements are quite right or whether I just did something atrociously wrong!
Becky Miller says
Very cute idea! Especially for teachers or a woman in your life that has everything.
Just a quick note, use essential oils instead of extract as essential oils have medicinal properties. If you have any left over, Google uses for that specific essential oil :o)
Terri says
My son helped me make up the peppermint foot soak, body butter and the sugar scrub. The sugar scrub tastes good as my son says! Thank you so much. I recommend anyone to try this cause you will be pleased!
Erica j says
Are you using extract from the grocery store or essential oils?
Donna Mulford says
Love these! Just wondering if you painted both sides of the small containers?
Tonia says
Of the lids? No, I just painted the tops. I wasn’t sure how the paint would react to the spa products on the inside. Best of luck! ~Tonia
Holly says
Where did you get the containers for the pedicure in a jar? I love love this idea!
Tonia says
They are Spare Parts brand plastic storage tubes from Hobby Lobby.
Alyssa Finch says
Can you tell me approximately how many of those little containers your recipe for the lotion and the scrub made? Trying to determine if I’d need to get double of everything. Thanks!
Tonia says
Hi Alyssa,
Do you have the same size containers as the ones I used? The number of containers will depend on the size of your containers. The lotion makes 48 ounces. My containers are 2.4 oz so that would be 20 containers. The scrub recipe makes 16 oz of scrub so that would be 6 1/2 containers. Best of luck!
~Tonia
Aleta says
i go to Dollar General for e cream, Vaseline & their brand baby lotion. Works great . Takes lg. Vaseline, 2 each of others.
sara says
I was wondering if the food coloring in the lotion stains when using?
Tonia says
It didn’t stain us, but you can leave it out if you are concerned and it will still be fabulous!
Ashleigh says
Hi there. How far in advance can I make these? Like now long are tbey good for?
Tonia says
I would suggest that you use them within a month. Enjoy! ~Tonia
Stephanie says
What’s the best brand to use for the coconut oil?
Tonia says
I use whatever brand I can find at the store I’m shopping at. Our local grocery store even sells it now, which is great! Have fun! ~Tonia
Elizabeth says
Is the peppermint and vanilla extract the kind you find at the grocery store or the essential oil kind?
Thanks, love the ideas!
Danielle says
Hi! Very cool idea… Just wondering how long the homemade stuff lasts? I want to do some of this ahead of time, but want it to still be good by the time I give it…
ashley says
Hello! I can’t seem to find the round containers, and others one I found were too tall to fit! Do you think rectangular family chef ones will fit in the jar? Thanks!
Tonia says
I’ve never tried the rectangular ones. It would depend on how big they are and how wide the mouth of your jar is. Best of luck! ~Tonia
Joan says
I found them at the Dollar Store and on amazon.com
Pamela Holder says
Hey Tonia this is so great I have a a huge family and Christmas can get pretty expensive I was just wondering where you got the striped washing tape. Thanks!
Tonia says
Hi Pamela,
I bought the striped washi tape at Target, in the office supply department, a couple of years ago, but I don’t think they still sell this exact one. I did a quick search online and found a couple of choices.
http://www.crateandbarrel.com/red-stripe-washi-tape/s159119?b=1&a=1552
http://shop.hobbylobby.com/products/pink-polka-dot-and-red-stripe-washi-tape-370957/
http://www.amazon.com/Wrapables-Striped-Japanese-Washi-Masking/dp/B00GG4EUX2/ref=sr_1_2?ie=UTF8&qid=1414249577&sr=8-2&keywords=red+striped+paper+tape
Have fun making them!
~Tonia
Christina Thacker says
I found some at Michael’s but my friend surprised me and bought some for me while she was at Walmart – and it was an exact match of what’s in the pictures here. 🙂
Amanda says
Hi Tonia! Is the coconut oil that you used the same that you would use for cooking, or is there a different kind? Thanks for sharing!!
Tonia says
Hi Amanda,
Yes it is the came coconut oil! Enjoy!
~Tonia
Emily says
How much on average does it take to make the jars, and the different jars too?
Michelle says
Hi Tonia! This is such a great idea! And I love peppermint! Just curious if you know how much it cost per jar?
Tonia says
Hi Michelle,
Thanks! Sorry! I really don’t. It would depend on the prices you pay for the items in the jar. I never buy anything from Bath n Body works unless it is on sale. The price of the vitamin E cream varies significantly depending on where you buy it. I found the manicure kit in the Target dollar section last Christmas so they were super cheap. You could also buy generic petroleum jelly to save more money. Have fun making them!
~Tonia
isabel says
love it!
Tonia says
Thanks Isabel!
Jo Worley says
Thank you for your quick reply looking forwardvto making more if your recipes. Jo.
Jo Worley says
Hi I made the body scrub last night. I had to convert the cups as in the uk. I used the scrub last night. Lovely by the way didn’t need to moisturise. This morning the scrub is solid? Any ideas why or what I might have done wrong?
Hoping you can help. Jo
Tonia says
Hi Jo,
It is because the coconut oil solidified when it cooled just like it does in the jar of coconut oil. To soften it again, put some of the sugar scrub into your hand and your body heat will soften it. Or put the container in warm water and it will soften again. We usually just grab some while in the shower and when combined with the hot water, it works great. Another option would be to mix in a liquid oil such as almond oil or even olive oil.
~Tonia
Evie Dawson @ natural antibacterial soap says
Thanks for the lovely post! I always find it hard coming up with presents for my mother-in-law. I’m not sure why, as I am lucky to have a lovely one. She loves natural products like soap, lotion foot cream etc, this gift idea looks like a treat . 🙂
Chelsey says
How many does this make?
Tonia says
Hi Chelsey,
It depends on the size of the containers you are using.
Peppermint Body Butter makes 48 oz
Peppermint Sugar Scrub makes 16 oz
Peppermint Foot Soak makes enough for 2 tablespoons each in 10 containers.
Best of luck,
~Tonia
Tonia says
Hi Nichola,
I used Krylon Fusion for Plastics (a regular spray paint, made to stick to plastics). You can find it here: http://www.krylon.com/products/fusion-for-plastic/
~Tonia
Nichola says
Hi Tonia,
When you spray paint the lids, do you use a special craft spray or a normal spray?
Thank you 🙂
Nichola
Mary Jo says
Thanks so much for sharing this idea, it was incredibly helpful and inspiring! I’m currently making some for Christmas gifts, but I’m adding in a soap which I’d also like to label. I was just wondering what the font you used for your labels is?
Tonia says
Hi Mary Jo,
The font I used is called Lobster Too from Ribbet.com. Merry Christmas!
~Tonia
Tara says
I want you to know that this is incredible. I was able to find everything to put into my jars at local stores or in my cabinets. I omitted the food coloring for fear of staining. This was the perfect gift. Thanks for sharing.
Tonia says
Awww…thanks Tara! That is what I love hearing! Merry Christmas!
Connie says
I have already given some of mine to co-workers & friends (the rest to go family on Christmas)… EVERYONE loves them… the scent of the body butter is light and feels wonderful on their skin and I have a lot of friends who work on their feet so they are looking forward to the foot soak!
Tonia says
I totally agree! I’ve been using the body butter daily. I actually had to buy more supplies to make more of it for the gifts because I keep using what I’ve made!
Dhara says
Hey just wanted to say I love this idea!! I was just wondering how many jars will you be able to make with this recipe ? Thanks 🙂
Tonia says
Hi Dhara,
It depends on the size of the containers you are using.
Peppermint Body Butter makes 48 oz
Peppermint Sugar Scrub makes 16 oz
Peppermint Foot Soak makes enough for 2 tablespoons each in 10 containers.
Best of luck and Merry Christmas!
~Tonia
Dhara says
Thanks a bunch!!!! Merry Christmas to you 2!!!!
Stacey says
These look absolutely adorable, I’ve been trying to think of a cute gift to give all the women in the family without having to spend a fortune. These might be the perfect thing.
Roni C says
I love this peppermint gift jar! Its going to all the ladies in my life!!! I love it! I’m going to go out and buy everything for it when I get my bonus! Thanks for the great ideas Tonia!! 🙂 <3 <3<3
Tonia says
Wonderful! I just picked up some more of the Bath and Body Works peppermint lotion yesterday to make for body butter. I figured out that I need 15 of these jars! ~Tonia
Amanda says
Love this idea! My 6 year old and I are making these gifts today! Just a question- where did you find the manicure set? I would like to find something red also. Thanks!
Tonia says
Hi Amanda,
I bought the manicure sets from the dollar spot at Target. Thanks for stopping by and have fun making them!
~Tonia
Carrie Perrins says
Tonia-
How did you get the labels on the jars??
Carrie
Tonia says
Hi Carrie,
I’ve glued them on the jars and I’ve also used glue dots to attach them. Thanks for stopping by!
~Tonia
Sue-Ann says
Hi, can you share where you found the manicure set? I apologize if you did and I missed it. I would love to make these but am having an awful time locating a manicure set in an appropriate color and budget friendly. The ones I am finding online and in stores at at a high price point. Thank you!
Tonia says
Hi Sue-Ann,
The manicure set was from the dollar spot at Target. Walmart probably has something similar in their stocking stuffers aisle. Thanks for stopping by!
~Tonia
Diana says
Great work! How much did everything cost all together? I assume you made large batches for several mason jars. And, how long do these keep? I would hate to see them spoil. Thanks!
Tonia says
Hi Diana,
I didn’t add up the total cost. It would vary depending on where you buy your products, if you are able to find them on sale and what size containers you use. If you use the Studio 35 vitamin E cream from Walgreens, it is $7.29 per bottle but if you buy Fruit of the Earth vitamin E cream from Walmart, it is only $3.67 for a 2 pack! I’m not sure how long they will keep, I made these on November 12 and will be giving them as Christmas gifts. The lotion made more than enough for the jars I am giving. I might need to make more of the sugar scrub because my teen has been using the stuff I already made. And I might have to make another batch of the foot soak. Have fun making them!
~Tonia
Kenzie says
wow love this idea my friends will love this as a gift thnxs soo much for sharing!!!!
Cambry says
This is the coolest thing ever! Thanks!!
Tonia says
Thanks Cambry! I will be giving one away soon so keep checking back!
Denise says
I love, love, love this! Can’t wait to make the lotion, scrub, and foot soak. Thanks for the terrific idea 🙂
Erin says
Just found your website, will defiantly look through it. I’ve actually made a bunch of my body gifts already but have been just stuck on the containers to put them in as most are more than the gift themselves! Can you tell me about how many ounces the family dollar containers hold? It’s hard to tell from the pics. I’m guessing 3-4 oz?
Tonia says
Hi Erin,
Good for you! The containers can be hard. The ones that I used are 2.4 oz. I would suggest looking in the bead storage aisle at a craft store. Another idea is to look for Diamond Daily Mini Cups from Target or Walmart. They aren’t as sturdy as the ones I used but they hold 2 oz and one package has 50 cups in it for around $3.00. You can see them in my Princess Putty post: https://www.thegunnysack.com/2013/07/how-to-make-princess-putty.html
Thanks for stopping by!
~Tonia
Kristen Duke says
What a great gift jar! I would love getting one with all those goodies!
Jocelyn @BruCrew Life says
You always have the cutest jar crafts! Love this!
Connie says
I’m adding a small handmade peppermint soap to my gift jars! I found a lady in a small nearby Texas town that makes wonderful soaps in various fragrances… she makes big bars and then small ‘guest’ hand soaps… she’s getting a big order from me for her Peppermint Tea Tree guest soaps!!! Although her ‘Mint Mud’ sounds interesting… might have to order a big bar of that for me 😉 Thanks Tonia for sharing your wonderful ideas!!
Trish - Mom On Timeout says
You are such a genius Tonia! These jars would make great gifts for my girlfriends – LOVE!
Lyuba@willcookforsmiles says
LOVE all your Mason Jar Gifts!! I’d move next to you just for them 🙂 (Of course for other reasons too, but gotta love the perk!)
Great idea, as always!
Tonia says
Thanks Lyuba! I do think you need to move in next door. That way, I could give you a gift in a jar AND you could share that French Silk Pie with me!
Brenda @ Chatting Over Chocolate says
What fabulous gifts these would make! Thank you for sharing the idea and each of the recipes too! Pinning 😉
Cathy@LemonTreeDwelling says
I pretty much love this entire idea….and all the recipes are included! Such a wonderful gift idea!
Kathy says
I guess I wasn’t too clear I am talking about the peppermint scrub and foot soak
Kathy says
Hi Tonia, I was wondering if you could use essential peppermint oil instead of the extract?
Tina says
Hi! I came across this and I really would like to do this as gifts for the lovely ladies in my life!! I had a quick question though,
I saw you used Bath and Body works peppermint body lotion. Is there something I could substitute for that? I don’t have a bath and body works near me. Thanks!!
Tonia says
Hi Tina,
For sure! You can use any lotion you want. I didn’t find another peppermint scented lotion that I liked the smell of so I went with Bath and Body Works. You can find any peppermint lotion you like and use it in equal amounts. Otherwise, you can make a lotion with a different scent. Here is basically the same recipe but I made coconut body butter instead: https://www.thegunnysack.com/2013/04/coconut-body-butter-recipe-a-gift-in-a-jar.html
Thanks for stopping by!
~Tonia
Leigh Anne says
Where is the best place to buy the studio 35 vitamin E cream ?
Tonia says
Hi Leigh Anne,
I bought the Studio 35 vitamin E cream from Walgreens but you can use any brand. Walmart has a 4 oz Fruit of the Earth brand of vitamin E cream that is less expensive but I don’t have any Walmart’s close by. I would recommend smelling whatever brand you choose before buying it to make sure that it smells okay and will work with the peppermint smell.
Best of luck and thanks for stopping by!
~Tonia
Angel @ Whimsy Living says
Thanks for sharing these creative gift idea with us!
Dorothy @ Crazy for Crust says
Okay I’m in LOVE with all your scrubs, but I think these are my favorite. I am SO making these jars for Christmas! Such a great idea Tonia!
Connie says
Love your ‘gifts in a jar’ (and many other recipes & decorations) you share. I plan on making this for Christmas gifts but have a quick question… in looking up some of the items (so I know where to go shopping), is there a typo on the Vaseline Cocoa Butter Petroleum Jelly? Everything I ‘google’ shows a 7.5 oz jar, not a .75 oz… I just want to make sure I am making the recipe correctly, so would appreciate clarification on this. Thanks!
Tonia says
Hi Connie,
Whoops! You are totally right. I will get that fixed. Also, you can use the unscented petroleum jelly if you prefer.
Best of luck and thanks for letting me know!
~Tonia
Connie says
No prob 😉 I just tend to be very goofy about following recipes/instructions 🙂 And thank you also for sharing your labels/tags! I have not one artistic bone in my body so being able to print what you’ve created helps immensely!! Have a great weekend!
Connie says
One more quick question… how far in advance can I make these peppermint treatments?? I want to get a jump on making stuff for Christmas as time is limited as we get closer to Santa’s arrival. Wondering if early December (in a couple of weeks) is OK with plans to give the week before and at Christmas…. thanks again!
Tonia says
I’m not sure how long in advance but early December would definitely be okay. I will be giving these as gifts so I hope that they are still good by Christmas. The sugar scrub with the coconut oil will harden a bit but as soon as it warms up it will soften again. Thanks Connie!
Lolly Jane says
This is soooo clever and executed so pretty! Those little containers are the perfect size- great find!!! xo
malia says
Tonia, what a fantastic idea and tutorial! I love it! xoxo
Jenna says
Wonderful Tonia! Thanks for all the recipes for these peppermint pampers! So cute!
Michelle says
Tonia! These are so cool…pun intended! ha ha. Anyway, could I ask what brand of spray paint you use? I made your spa in a jar and I spray painted the colorful lids gray, but the paint pooled and was in consistent. Just wondering if there’s a special paint you buy.
Thanks so much!
Tonia says
Hi Michelle,
I use spray paint that is specially formulated for plastic. I can’t remember the brand I used for the silver lids but for these red ones, I used Krylon Fusion For Plastic in Pepper Red Gloss: http://www.krylon.com/products/fusion-for-plastic/ Thanks for asking! I will update the post so everyone see this.
Best of luck!
~Tonia
lisa sims says
Brilliant idea! My girls and I are going to do this for their school friends, our church friends and for family this year! Thank you for sharing such a cute and fun (for us) gift idea!
Jane's Adventures in Dinner says
Oh, yes please!
Angie @ CCC says
Adorable as always!!
Jessica @ TSOP says
Oh my word! I LOVE THIS! I love anything peppermint but then its THIS pretty? Love, love, love! I would give anything to get a gift like this and I love all the details. So well done!
Tonia says
Thanks Jessica! You will have to forward this post to your crafty friends and maybe they will make one for you!
Jenny says
This is pure genius Tonia! We were definitely on the same wavelength with the peppermint.
Tonia says
We sure were! Thanks Jenny!
Anna Bennett says
Tonia,
I don’t have the ability to do the things that you & your friends all have, but I really do enjoy the E-Mails that you send & share.
Thank you so very much.
Lisa says
What a fun gift idea! I absolutely LOVE it…
Tonia says
Thanks Lisa!
Suzy says
…Thank-you sooo much!!! Wanted to do a “Gift in a Jar” this year and have been searching for the “perfect” one–no longer in search for one–love love love peppermint! Thank you Tonia = )
Tonia says
Thanks Suzy! Enjoy!!
Keren says
You don’t know how Excited I would be if I got this!!! Anything that helps me get some “ME TIME” is much needed and appreciated!!
Those printable make it even more special!!
LOVE!!!
Tonia says
I agree! You could even soak your feet while blissfully blogging away! Thanks Keren!
Mary Beth|Cupcakes and Crinoline says
This is an awesome idea, Tonia. I love peppermint and this is such a great way to give homemade gifts that are useful. Adding to my ‘to make’ list!
I’m so glad to be participating in the Mason Jar Extravaganza with you.
Have a lovely week.
Tonia says
Thank you Mary Beth! Homemade gifts are so much more fun to give than things like gift cards!
andrea cammarata says
WOW…this is one awesome mason jar gift project…I am in love with all the homemade goodies and even though I don’t have smellavision…I do believe I can catch a bit of a pepperminty breeze just sitting here! Awesome gift!!! So happy to be doing this mason jar extravaganza with you! Hugs and wishes for a picture perfect day!
Tonia says
Thanks Andrea! I hope you have a wonderful day too!
Dawn says
These look so nice! Great idea 🙂 My only concern is the red food coloring….won’t that dye the skin when the stuff is used or is it ok since its such a small amount? I am thinking of making it for my grandfather…I know it sounds girly, but he has very dry skin and loves good lotions. Thank you!!
Tonia says
It is such a small amount that it should be fine but you can totally leave it out too! Since the color is more pink and red, your grandfather would appreciate it being white. Thanks Dawn!
Nancy P.@thebittersideofsweet says
This is the best thing you could have done! Seriously love it and it is so festive!!
Tonia says
Thanks Nancy! There’s nothing like peppermint during the holidays, is there?
Linda @ it all started with paint says
Your gifts in jars are the BEST!!! So beautiful! I can almost smell that delicious peppermint smell as I read your post! So happy to have you as part of the mason jar holiday party!
🙂 Linda
Tonia says
Awww…thanks Linda! I am so happy that I was able to join the party. My house smells awesome right now!