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If you have trouble coming up with gift ideas that won’t take over your space, try these compact and creative options that prove good things come in small packages. Simply fill Mason jars with themed goodies below. Then print and attach our downloadable tags, and you’ve got a memorable gift for anyone on your list.

Spa Essentials

Spa essentials
This idea is perfect for new moms or any beauty-minded women in your life.

What you need:
2 small Mason jars, juice of 1 lemon, candles, or scented oils, washcloth, 1 teaspoon honey, 5 tablespoons sugar, 1 tablespoon olive oi, tag with instructions for use

To assemble:
Mix lemon juice, olive oil, sugar, and honey until smooth, and add to one of the Mason jars. Put the washcloth, candles, or scented oil in the other jar. Download and print the tag from the button below, and add it to the jars. Substitute the citrus scrub with your own homemade face scrub or bath salt for more variety.

Gluten Free Gift

Gluten-free gift
This convenient recipe and ingredient combo is perfect for the diet-conscious people on your list. Use our Six-Bean Soup recipe or substitute your favorite gluten-free or vegan treat.

What you need:

1 medium Mason jar, adzuki beans, green and yellow split peas, navy beans, black beans, kidney beans, salt, pepper, garlic powder, rosemary, cayenne pepper, cheesecloth, colorful spoon accent, tag with ingredients and instructions

To assemble:
Layer even parts of adzuki beans, green and yellow split peas, navy beans, black beans, and kidney beans inside the jar. Twist on the top. Then mix salt, pepper, garlic powder, rosemary, and cayenne pepper, and pour onto the center of a sheet of cheesecloth. Fold the ends up, and tie it off or secure with string so the spices stay inside the packet. Download and print the tag from the button below. Secure the spoon, label, and spice packet to the jar with twine or string.

Secret Stash

Secret stash
Add some excitement to the standard gift of money with this creative idea that’s perfect for kids of all ages.

What you need:
1 medium Mason jar, paper towel roll, candy, cash or a check, gift tag

To assemble:
Cut a paper towel roll to the height of your jar and use hot glue to fasten the roll inside the jar. Once dry, fill the inside of the paper towel roll with cash and the outside with candy to create a colorful covering. Download and print the tag from the button below and add it to the jar.

Party Time Cocktail Mix

Party time cocktail mix
Whether you use our Peppermint Cocoa Mix recipe or your own cocktail mix and mini bottles of liquor, this gift idea is perfect for the hostess of your holiday gatherings.

What you need:
1 large Mason jar, 1 cup powdered milk, 1 cup unsweetened cocoa powder, 1 cup granulated sugar, ½ cup crushed peppermint, ½ cup mini chocolate chips, ½ cup mini marshmallows, mini bottle of Baileys, gift tag

To assemble:
Layer dry ingredients from bottom to top. Download and print the tag from the button below. Attach Bailey’s and tag to the jar.

Pallette In A Jar

Palette in a jar
For the perfect gift for teenagers, try a color-coordinated gift set that matches his or her favorite hue, like the jar shown here. We used everything orange (Reese’s Cups, nail polish, lip gloss, Sharpies, and Post-it notes) for a teenage girl.

What you need:
1 large Mason jar, a coordinating color scheme, a variety of small gifts

To assemble:
Arrange items inside the jar in a visually appealing way. Download and print the tag from the button below, and add it to the jar.

Twist Open a Craft

Twist open a craft
From teen favorites like craft loops to a candle-making kit for adults, this fun gift package is adaptable for anyone crafty.

What you need:
1 medium Mason jar, materials to make a craft, step-by-step instructions, gift tag

To assemble:
Place materials and instructions inside the jar. Download and print the tag from the button below and add it to the jar.

Printable Gift Jar Tags

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