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25 DIY Christmas Gifts In A Jar

These Christmas gifts in a jar are a simple way to create personalized presents that feel thoughtful without being complicated. This collection includes a variety of delicious treats, cozy beverages, and spa goodies that are easy to package in Mason jars.

From cookie mixes and chili kits to sugar scrubs and pet treats, there’s something for almost anyone on your list. These ideas will make your holiday gifting so easy.

DIY Christmas Gifts In A Jar

1. Peppermint Brownie Mix in a Jar

A close up shot of peppermint brownie mix in a jar.
Photo Credit: I Heart Naptime

This peppermint brownie mix is layered with rich cocoa peppermint candy, making it a festive gift. Your recipient will need to add just a few ingredients to the mix, and they’ll have homemade brownies in no time.

Get the Tutorial: Peppermint Brownie Mix in a Jar

2. Peppermint Sugar Scrub

A close up shot of sugar scrub.
Photo Credit: Savvy Honey

This peppermint sugar scrub leaves skin feeling refreshed while making your gift list easier to tackle. It’s a budget-friendly option that feels thoughtful and is simple to make.

Get the Tutorial: Peppermint Sugar Scrub

3. Santa Mason Jar

Red jar decorated like Santa with black belt and gold buckle, filled with peppermint candies and surrounded by festive ornaments on a wooden surface.
Photo Credit: DIY Candy

This painted Santa mason jar brings a festive touch to any gift. Fill it with candy or any other little items you want to give.

Get the Tutorial: Santa Mason Jar

4. Christmas Potpourri

Glass jars filled with orange slices, cranberries, cinnamon sticks, and rosemary sprigs, tied with red-and-white twine and arranged with fresh fruit on a light surface.
Photo Credit: Princess Pinky Girl

Fill a mason jar with fragrant holiday ingredients for a gift that captures the scents of the season. A free printable gift tag makes it even easier to package and share with friends and family.

Get the Tutorial: Christmas Potpourri

5. Christmas Gifts In A Jar

Peppermint bark in a jar.
Photo Credit: Savvy Honey

Turn a mason jar into a thoughtful holiday gift with Dollar Tree peppermint bark and a festive ribbon topped with an ornament.

You’ll also find three more budget-friendly Christmas gift ideas that are easy to make and fun to share.

Get the Tutorial: Christmas Gifts In A Jar

6. Salt Dough Ornament Kit

A close up shot of salt dough kit.
Photo Credit: Bellewood Cottage

This DIY ornament kit turns salt dough into a creative activity, perfect for kids or anyone who enjoys handmade keepsakes. Just add water and let the holiday crafting begin.

Get the Tutorial: Salt Dough Ornament Kit

7. Oatmeal Raisin Cookie Mix in a Jar

Cookie mix in a jar.
Photo Credit: Baking Up Love

This cookie mix in a jar comes with all the dry ingredients to bake fresh oatmeal raisin cookies whenever the craving hits. It’s a yummy treat for hosts, friends, or coworkers.

Get the Tutorial: Oatmeal Raisin Cookie Mix in a Jar

8. Three Bean Chili Mix Gift Jar

A close up shot of bean chili in a jar.
Photo Credit: Marathons and Motivation

Layered with beans and spices, this chili mix offers a hearty homemade meal that’s ideal for chilly winter nights. The project includes a printable tag, making it easy to gift.

Get the Tutorial: Three Bean Chili Mix Gift Jar

9. Sangria Kit

sangria gift in a jar
Photo Credit: xoxoBella

This sangria kit includes dried fruit, wine, and whiskey to help anyone whip up a batch of fruity sangria with minimal effort. It’s a cute gift for holiday hosts or friends.

You can always gift them in one to two large Mason jars.

Get the Tutorial: Sangria Kit

10. Christmas Cookie Mason Jar Candles

Mason jar candles collage.
Photo Credit: Glitter on a Dime

These Christmas cookie candles bring a cozy scent to any room and make a sweet, handmade gift. Finish the candles off with some festive ribbon.

Get the Tutorial: Christmas Cookie Mason Jar Candles

11. Melted Snowman Hot Cocoa

A close up shot of snowman hot cocoa.
Photo Credit: Creative Cynchronicity

This fun cocoa jar gift turns classic hot chocolate into adorable snowmen. The jars use white hot chocolate mix.

Get the Tutorial: Melted Snowman Hot Cocoa

12. Homemade Salsa Gift

A close up shot of homemade salsa in a jar.
Photo Credit: I Heart Naptime

This homemade salsa is packed with flavor and comes with festive printable tags to complete the look. It’s a tasty gift for anyone who enjoys a little spice with their holiday cheer.

Get the Tutorial: Homemade Salsa Gift

13. Gingerbread Body Butter

A close up shot of homemade gingerbread body butter.
Photo Credit: Kateable

Infused with the warm scent of gingerbread, this creamy body butter is like a cozy holiday hug for your skin. It smells divine!

Get the Tutorial: Gingerbread Body Butter

14. Lifesaver Snowman Gift

Glass jar decorated as a snowman with black buttons, plaid scarf, and felt top hat, filled with white candies on a light surface.
Photo Credit: Down Redbud Drive

This snowman mason jar comes together with just a few supplies, making it a fun project for holiday gift giving. Fill it with lifesavers or any other white candy.

Get the Tutorial: DIY Lifesaver Snowman Gift

15. Peanut Butter Dog Cookies

A close up shot of peanut butter dog cookies.
Photo Credit: Noshing with the Nolands

Your four-legged friends won’t be left out with this jar of peanut butter dog cookie mix. It’s a fun way to treat pets and includes tags and labels to make gifting a breeze.

Get the Tutorial: Peanut Butter Dog Cookies

16. Baked Cheesecake in a Jar

A close up shot of cheesecake in a jar.
Photo Credit: Chocolate Moosey

These mini cheesecakes are baked right in the jar, with layers of crust and a fruity topping, for a yummy dessert. You might want to make one for yourself, too.

Get the Tutorial: Baked Cheesecake in a Jar

17. Gingerbread Playdough Gift in a Jar

A close up shot of gingerbread playdough collage.
Photo Credit: Planning Inspired

This gingerbread-scented playdough mix turns into a fun, hands-on activity with just a bit of water and oil. It’s a creative gift for kids that they’ll love.

Get the Tutorial: Gingerbread Playdough Gift in a Jar

18. Hot Chocolate Fudge

Chocolate marshmallow fudge collage.
Photo Credit: Chocolate Moosey

This fudge brings the classic flavor of hot cocoa into a creamy, bite-sized treat. It’s a no-fuss recipe that’s perfect for filling a Mason jar.

Get the Tutorial: Hot Chocolate Fudge

19. Snowman Mason Jar

White-painted mason jar decorated as a snowman with button eyes, carrot nose, plaid scarf, and metal lid hat, placed on wood with pinecone, greenery, and candle nearby.
Photo Credit: DIY Candy

This painted snowman mason jar is adorable. Fill it up with festive goodies for a gift that’ll wow everyone.

Get the Tutorial: Snowman Mason Jar

20. Snow Globe Mason Jar Toppers For Candy Holders

Clear mason jar with miniature holiday scene, filled with artificial snow, striped cone, and string lights, topped with a snow globe lid featuring Santa and a Christmas tree, tied with a blue ribbon.
Photo Credit: Drugstore Divas

These snow globe toppers are a cute way to dress up Mason jar gifts. Fill the jars with candy, treats, or any other small gifts.

Get the Tutorial: DIY Snow Globe Mason Jar Toppers For Candy Holders

21. Mug Cake Mix In A Jar

Glass jar labeled “Mug Cake” with powdered mix, tied with red-and-white twine and red tag, surrounded by decorated jars, twine spool, and spoon on wooden surface.
Photo Credit: Hearth and Vine

Give a homemade dessert gift by filling a jar with mug cake mix that’s ready whenever a sweet craving strikes. Included are printable instructions for the recipient, and don’t forget to finish it off with some holiday ribbon.

Get the Tutorial: Mug Cake Mix In A Jar

22. Painted Holiday Gift Jars

Three decorated mason jars in red, green, and white with gold lids and striped bows, one tipped to spill silver Hershey’s Kisses, surrounded by beads, sequins, and jingle bell on a fluffy white surface.
Photo Credit: Sparkles to Sprinkles

These painted Mason jars can be customized for anyone on your Christmas list with colors and decorations of your choice. Fill them with candy, small items, or a candle to create a thoughtful handmade present.

Get the Tutorial: DIY Painted Holiday Gift Jars

23. Peppermint Hot Chocolate in a Jar

Hot chocolate gift collage.
Photo Credit: Planning Inspired

This peppermint hot chocolate mix will be a hit with everyone on your list. It looks so festive with a candy cane attached to the jar.

Get the Tutorial: Peppermint Hot Chocolate in a Jar

24. Elf Candy Gift Jar

Mason jar decorated as an elf with green hat, red collar, and candy cane ribbon, filled with foil-wrapped candies and festive tag on a rustic surface.
Photo Credit: Sparkles to Sprinkles

Transform an ordinary mason jar into a festive elf-themed candy holder that’s perfect for holiday gift giving. Fill it with favorite candies for a cheerful present both kids and adults will love.

Get the Tutorial: Elf Candy Gift Jar

25. Cranberry White Chocolate Cookies In A Pint Jar

Glass jar layered with brown sugar, flour, oats, dried cranberries, and white chocolate chips, placed on burlap beside a cookie.
Photo Credit: The Creative Bite

Layer the ingredients for cranberry white chocolate cookies in a jar for a gift that everyone will enjoy.

Get the Tutorial: Cranberry White Chocolate Cookies in a Pint Jar

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