Every holiday season, I attempt to take on a handmade gift project...or two...or three. I'm usually left with a bag of unused crafting tools and a handful of half-finished gifts. This year I decided to focus on a theme — mason jars. I rounded up the most delicious DIY projects out there, and some of them only require you to peek into your pantry for supplies. Jar it up, after the jump!
- You're Sweet as Pie...in a Jar by Bleubird Vintage. The sweetest little single serving pie-in-a-jar ever! Raspberry Pear? Umm, yum. I'll be making extra of these just for me. Go here for the full recipe!
- Soup's On by Make and Takes. These embroidered jar toppers are quick, easy and delightful! Who wouldn't want to sip this cozy cup of soup?
- Herbs du Jar by Better Homes and Gardens. This petite winter garden would make a charming hostess gift. Don't have time for the seed to sprout? Plant a succulent instead!
- Classic Cocoa from Party Goods Store. Marshmallows and cocoa are indeed the most divinely delicious duo. Peek here for recipe inspirations.
- Fizzy Jars by Martha Stewart. A darling gift for your hostess with the mostess. A happy treat for her feet is just what she needs! Images: as linked above






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These are cute ideas!
Some I have seen before, but the mini-garden one is so darn cute!
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Such cute ideas, but when I was growing up my mom treated Mason jars like liquid gold. Giving them away now feels wrong as a result. ;)
..this post 'lured' me to comment *giggle* - "Every holiday season, I attempt to take on a handmade gift project...or two...or three. I'm usually left with a bag of unused crafting tools and a handful of half-finished gifts."...when i read that i was like "THIS IS SO. ME." =p=) haha. ...HOPE YOU ENJOY THE SEASON! and... give yourself a holiday everynow and then.. like me... this year.. i declared it a holiday - i am not getting or giving anyone anything / making anything! Just a heartfelt hug or a date to a dinner or meal... give the crafting-julie a break!! =p=) still, that said... hope YOU have a great time crafting - cheers !
Jules
My plan for a couple of coffee-loving friends is to make up some extra mocha mix and include it with their other gift.
Bonus! I already have all the ingredients, since I make this up for myself.
http://www.hillbillyhousewife.com/mochaespressomix.htm
Love the herb garden idea.