5 Mason Jar Gift Ideas You Can Make Yourself

by JoJo Mrgich

October 13, 2023

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Cute and cozy Mason jar gifts for Christmas

Share a little happiness with these DIY Mason jar gift ideas for everyone on your holiday shopping list. Whether it’s for friends, family, neighbors, co-workers, or your child’s teacher, these ideas are bound to bring smiles. Crafting these gifts is a breeze, as you can assemble them using affordable items that you can easily purchase in bulk. The magic lies in the homemade charm and the personalized touches that make them perennial crowd-pleasers. Plus, it’s a cinch to add your own unique flair with the help of Avery Design & Print Online (ADPO) and our collection of free customizable designs. Make this holiday season extra special with these easy-to-create, heartwarming jar gifts.

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Supplies for making Mason jar gifts

  • Mason, Bell or other canning jars with lids
  • Round or oval printable labels
  • Printable gift tags with strings
  • Decorations: Ribbon, string, twine or yarn, burlap, etc.
  • Fillings for your Mason jar gifts

1) Hot cocoa idea for Mason jar gift

Hot cocoa idea for Mason jar gift showing layers of white and classic hot chocolate mix, marshmallows, and crushed candy canes. The jar is decorated with a bow and an Avery 22807 label.

Use a laser or inkjet printer to print this design on glossy white 2″ round labels sold by the package (22807) or by the sheet (94501).

Or, finish customizing, then choose “Let Us Print for You” to order custom-printed round labels.

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Ingredients

  • Classic hot cocoa mix
  • Marshmallows
  • Optional: White hot chocolate mix, candy canes or other toppers

Instructions

  1. Add all ingredients to your Mason jar
  2. Apply the Christmas in a Jar Label to the front
  3. Apply the instructions label to the back

2) “Chex-ing his list” Mason jar gift idea

"Chex-ing his list" Mason jar gift idea showing a jar filled with savory Chex mix and decorated with a bow. The jar is also decorated with an Avery 22802 tag which reads "He's making a list, Chex-ing it twice. He's going to find out you're extra nice!"

Print this design on Avery 22802 tags using a laser or inkjet printer.

Or, finish customizing, then choose “Let Us Print for You” to order custom-printed tags.

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Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Simply fill your Mason jar with the mix
  2. Attach your Mason jar gift tag with the string
  3. Cover with a pretty ribbon tied in a bow

3) Cozy Christmas-in-a-jar gift idea

Cozy Christmas-in-a-jar gift idea showing an example of stovetop potpourri mix. You can see cranberries, cinnamon sticks and half an orange right off the bat. The jar is decorated with Avery square Kraft paper labels 22846.

Print this design yourself on 2-1/2″ square Kraft labels sold by the package (22846) or by the sheet 94107).

You can also order custom-printed Kraft labels.

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Ingredients

  • 3 sprigs of fresh pine
  • 3 sticks cinnamon
  • 1 mandarin sliced
  • 1 cup fresh cranberries
  • 2 tablespoons whole cloves

Instructions

  1. Add all ingredients to your Mason jar
  2. Apply the Christmas in a Jar Label to the front
  3. Apply the instructions label to the back

4) Soup-in-a-jar gift with recipe

An example of a soup-in-a-jar gift with recipe. The image shows three jars layered with beans and ingredients for a hardy winter soup. The jars are decorated with burlap, string, and Avery 22820 oval labels.

Print this design on 2″ x 3-1/3″ oval labels by the package (22820) or by the sheet. Or, order custom-printed oval labels.

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Ingredients

  • 24 ounce Mason jar
  • Plastic re-sealable bag
  • 1/2 cup green lentils
  • 1/2 cup yellow split peas
  • 1/2 cup pinto beans
  • 1/2 cup great northern beans
  • 1/2 cup red kidney beans
  • 2 tablespoons dried basil
  • 2 tablespoons dried parsley
  • 2 tablespoons dehydrated onion
  • 1 tablespoons dehydrated garlic
  • 4 cubes of organic vegetable bouillon
  • 2 bay leaves

Instructions

  1. Add 1/2 cup of red kidney beans to your Mason jar, gently tap to settle contents
  2. Repeat with each additional four types of beans
  3. Combine all seasonings in a bowl and mix well
  4. Print or write out the cooking instructions on a half-sheet of paper,* roll it up and push it down into the beans
  5. Fill plastic re-sealable bag with seasonings, tuck into the top of the jar
  6. Cover the lid with burlap and decorate with a string or twine
  7. Decorate the front of your Mason jar gift with a label

5) “Merry” mani-pedi Mason jar gift idea

"Merry" mani-pedi Mason jar gift idea showing how to put together nail supplies to make a cute gift in a jar. The jar is topped with a red ribbon and an Avery 22807 label printed with a colorful design that reads, "Merry."

Print this design on glossy white 2″ round labels sold by the package (22807) or by the sheet (94501).

Or, finish customizing, then choose “Let Us Print for You” to order custom-printed round labels.

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Ingredients

  • Nail polish
  • Top coat
  • Nail clippers
  • File or emery boards
  • Toe separator
  • Optional: cuticle cream, mini bottle of polish remover and cotton balls

Instructions

  • Fill your mason jar with all “ingredients”
  • Optional: top off with cotton balls
  • Add a festive label to complete your nail-care Mason jar gift

Discover heartwarming Mason jar gift ideas for Christmas

In the spirit of giving, these DIY Mason jar gift ideas are sure to add a touch of joy to your holiday season. Whether you’re creating heartfelt presents for friends, family, or even your child’s teacher, the simplicity and warmth of these gifts are bound to bring smiles. The beauty of these ideas lies not only in their affordability and ease of assembly but also in the personalized charm that makes them perennial crowd-pleasers. With the help of Avery Design & Print Online (ADPO) and our customizable designs, you can effortlessly add your unique touch to each creation, making this holiday season extra special.

Explore the possibilities with various jar labels and discover more articles to inspire your creativity, such as quick and easy DIY Christmas gift ideas and Christmas card concepts that spread joy. From cozy hot cocoa mixes to personalized mani-pedi jars, these Mason jar gifts offer a delightful way to share the warmth and joy of the season. Follow us on Instagram, Pinterest for even more Christmas ideas for parties, crafts, and gifting.

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Author: JoJo Mrgich

JoAnn (JoJo) Mrgich is a copywriter and SEO content writer who began her copywriting career in 2011. A musical theater major at the time, JoJo began writing blog articles, product descriptions, and other online content for a dancewear brand. Since then, she has gone on to write in a variety of fields, from essential oils and natural beauty to fashion and swimwear, finally landing at Avery, which she affectionately calls her "forever home." At Avery, JoJo writes content for the Avery blog, covering everything from organization to party planning, as well as contributing to other online content for avery.com. She is also a technical and content writer for Avery Industrial, where she writes in-depth articles that span a wide variety of topics, from safety compliance to 5S lean practices. In her personal life, JoJo is a big fan of fantasy and science-fiction works such as Lord of the Rings and Star Trek (especially the original series). She also loves going to Disneyland and runs a non-profit social organization of 600 members that brings fans of "nerd culture" together for meet-ups and events in Southern California.