Finish your last minute Christmas shopping with these 55 brilliant ideas for DIY gifts in a jar.
I’ve gathered 55 amazing DIY gifts in a jar, with homemade gift ideas for everyone on your list. The last minute rush is on and like you, I’m trying to finish up shopping and gift wrapping.
I reached out to the blogging community to share the best of the best homemade gifts in a jar. Plus, I made it really easy for you to find what you need.
I broke it down into categories, so you can quickly find ideas that will work for you.
There are not only food ideas, but also clever gifts like sugar scrubs and pedicure kits. Take a look and get ready to cross off the last names on your Christmas list. Enjoy!
55 Brilliant Ideas For Quick And Easy DIY Gifts In A Jar
Get ready to check out 55 amazing DIY gifts in a jar, broken down by category including, food, sugar scrubs, drink ideas and more! They are perfect for last minute gift giving, that are homemade for a little extra meaning then just picking up a store bought gift.
Food Gifts In A Jar
Food gifts in a jar are extremely popular, because there are so many recipe ideas and they are usually inexpensive to make. Plus, they are great to give to teachers, neighbors and more.
Super easy to make, these gingerbread candied nuts are the perfect recipe for beginners and families.
This is a simple and delicious recipe that is perfect to make for holiday charcuterie boards or to give as gifts.
Creamy, dreamy glorious Nutella! The perfect DIY holiday gift. It's rich and chocolatey, easy to make, and the perfect dip or spread when you're craving a sweet treat.
These Cranberry Hootycreeks make a welcome holiday cookie-in-a-jar gift. It's a fun seasonal spin to chunky oatmeal cookies.
Carrot Chutney - An Easy Homemade, Tangy & Spicy Carrot Chutney Recipe
This carrot chutney is subtle, tangy and zesty with an amazing kick to it!
This Caramel Coffee mix only requires 4 ingredients and is the perfect DIY Gift idea for friends and family. Add a little spoon on the side for easy access.
You only 4 ingredientsto make this homemade toffee crunch recipe and you are going to absolutely LOVE how easy this recipe is!!
This dukkah recipe doesn’t take long to make, and tastes equally delicious as my favorite Trader Joe's version.
Sugared cranberries are a great holiday snack and also look pretty on holiday desserts. The perfect mix of sweet and tart!
Use your favorite variety of cookie, along with a few other ingredients to make one delicious cookie spread in a jar!
Make this sweet and spicy pepper jelly recipe to give as homemade Christmas gifts this holiday season.
This M&M Cookie Mix in a Jar recipe includes a FREE printable and label, making gift giving so easy!
These roasted almonds are sweet, with a hint of Christmas spices and covered in cocoa.
Runner Bean Chutney - A Delicious Runner Bean Homemade Chutney Recipe
This runner bean chutney has a great consistency and can be served in numerous ways.
Everyone loves cookies, even Santa! Place your favorite homemade cookies in a mason jar. Just add a label to the front, saying Cookies for Santa, or anything you like! On the back make a label with the directions:
Apple Honey Cake In A Jar: celebrate the winter with these delicious & moist apple honey cakes in a jar. Give them out as gifts or serve them for dessert
Oatmeal Chocolate Chip Cherry Pancake Mix Jar Gifts with a Printable
This oatmeal chocolate chip cherry pancake mix jar gift is not only delicious, it also includes a free printable for gift giving.
Bring back the memories of delicious circus caramel corn with this easy homemade caramel corn popcorn recipe.
Make the teachers something special and affordable this year with this healthy Friendship Bean Soup Mix.
Homemade Spices and Rubs
Make your best homemade rub, or spice mix, for a thoughtful gift in a jar. Add a gift tag and include a tip or recipe, and you have a perfect gift idea!
This homemade gingerbread spice mix makes a great homemade Christmas present. Just add a pretty jar and gift tag and your DIY edible gift is ready to go!
DIY Herb Salt Recipe is the perfect homemade seasoning mix to jazz up your dishes, and it makes the ideal gift for friends and family.
This poultry seasoning is vegan, gluten-free, keto, paleo, and Whole30 compliant.
Make a homemade DIY Pumpkin Pie Spice that takes less than 5 minutes to make. It's perfect for all your holiday baking and gift giving. Plus, there are 4 free printable gift tags that you can download for free!
This infused salt recipe uses herbs and citrus available year-round: rosemary, thyme & navel oranges. It can be used in so many different ways, including poultry seasoning and zesty snacks.
This homemade mustard dry rub recipe is absolutely delicious on chicken, pork and ribs. It makes a fantastic gift in a jar.
DIY Sugar Scrubs And Bath Salts Gifts In A Jar
DIY Sugar scrubs are so fun to make because there are so many varieties from lavender to peppermint, citrus and more. They are inexpensive to make and you can use your favorite combinations for a perfect gift in a jar!
This DIY peppermint sugar scrub recipe is easy to make and is a great Christmas Mason Jar gift idea.
DIY lemon sugar scrub makes a rejuvenating sugar scrub that you can either use yourself or package in a pretty jar for gift giving.
This decadent milk bath made with dried rose petals and lavender with the added benefit of therapeutic epsom salts.
This homemade peppermint sugar scrub not only smells amazing, but it looks so pretty with layers of pink and white. Include a gift tag and attach a small scoop for a great gift.
Create a DIY homemade coffee body scrub with just 3 ingredients and a few minutes!
Whip up a batch of homemade mint sugar scrub for yourself and for holiday gift giving.
This homemade lemon and peppermint anti-bacterial hand scrub comes together in about 5 minutes! Plus, it smells amazing!
Make this inexpensive coffee sugar scrub recipe for easy DIY gifts for the holidays.
Homemade Syrups, Cocktails and Infusions
From maple syrup to homemade lavender syrup, there are easy to make recipes that you can give to your adult friends for a little Christmas cheer!
Create a Sangria for friends, by filling a large glass dispenser with all the ingredients needed to make an entire batch of Sangria to serve to friends! This idea is genius!
Make your own cinnamon infused whiskey using red hots. It's similar to Fireball, but a little smoother!
Whiskey Infused Maple Syrup Gift in a Jar + Free Printable Labels
This whiskey infused maple syrup gift in a jar assembles quickly with a FREE printable label so your DIY gift will look ultra professional. With just a few ingredients you'll be able to make a memorable gifts for everyone on your list
Make cozy lavender drinks with Homemade Lavender Syrup. It's perfect to add to coffee, tea, lemonade and cocktails!
Quick & Easy Holiday Spiced Apple Cider Recipe (with DIY Christmas Gift Option!)
If you're looking for gifts that you can make in bulk for neighbors, co-workers or friends then you have to check out this spiced apple cider mix in a jar DIY gift. It comes with a professional looking FREE printable label to dazzle all your giftees. It can be made in large batches and you'll have all your gifts ready after a single afternoon.
Making Lime & Ginger Infused Vodka is easy to do if you’ve ever wanted to make homemade infused vodka for cocktails.
It’s also a terrific way to make fun gifts for friends and relatives a few months before the holidays roll around.
DIY Gifts In A Jar
Make stove top potpourri, create a fun pedicure in a jar, and more with these super creative gift ideas.
Learn how to make your own stovetop potpourri to give as a beautiful handmade Christmas gift and download the FREE printable gift tag!
Cheezy Dog Treats Recipe: The Perfect Gift in a Jar for Your Favorite Pooch!
We can't forget our favorite furry friends! Need a gift for the favorite pup in your life? This woofalicious homemade Cheezy Dog Treats recipe is a PAWSOME gift in a jar for all your favorite pooches! It will earn you high paws! This easy dog gift is also super easy and super cute!
Living in New Hampshire, I so appreciate this DIY mason jar winter basic survival kit! It's filled with all kinds of fun items to warm up and stay cozy!
This DIY gift idea is a great one: Homemade Simmering Potpourri Jars.
Candles are great to give and receive. Why not embellish a mason jar candle with a snow globe on top? It's so pretty and easy to mak
Let your favorite person know you care, while also giving them what they need for a little extra pampering with this DIY pedicure in a jar!
How fun is this shopping day survival kit? It has everything you need for a long day shopping those after Christmas or black Friday sales!
Homemade Hot Chocolate Gifts In A Jar
We all love hot chocolate in the cold winter months. There are so many great varieties and creative ways to gift it.
Make marshmallow snowman mason jar hot chocolate with gingerbread snowflake cookie ornaments.)
This gluten free thick hot chocolate is also the perfect edible gift given in jars, or adorable glass tubes for a fun twist.
Pair Homemade Hot Chocolate Mix with Homemade Marshmallows and use the included free printable gift tags to attach to your hot chocolate mix.
Hot cocoa is like a warm kindness sign of friendship. It's super fun because you can trade out the flavors in the candy chips to create a wide variety of fun.
So many wonderful gift ideas, right? I was already inspired to make the Sangria gift for a friend of mine. Hopefully, you enjoyed these ideas.
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Tuesday 22nd of December 2020
What great ideas, Michelle. Very helpful for those of us that will be scrambling if our packages are delayed in the mail.