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22 DIY Christmas Mason Jar Ideas For Gifting And Decor

Okay, this is genius! I'm always looking for ways to use up those empty mason jars, and these Christmas crafts are perfect. Plus, it's a great excuse to stay inside and get crafty when it's cold outside. I love how easy and budget-friendly these ideas are. And they're perfect for making with kids too! Hmm, maybe I'll make a whole bunch of these with my nieces and nephews... 🤔 We could even have a contest to see who can make the most creative jar! This is going to be so much fun!

1. Winter-Wonderland in a Jar

Winter-Wonderland in a Jar

Okay, so this Christmas in a jar thing is super cute! First, you fill the jar with, like, a third salt or sugar... Hmm, I wonder if I could use Epsom salts? 🤔 Anyway, then you add some glitter – because everything's better with glitter, right? ✨ And then you just pop in some bottle brush trees. Wait, I should probably get different sizes to make it look more realistic. Okay, now I'm getting excited about this! I bet I could add some tiny LED lights too...

2. Christmas Reindeers in a Jar

Christmas Reindeers in a Jar

Oh my goodness, these reindeer jars are the cutest things ever! 😍 I love how they've used simple craft supplies to make them look so festive. First, you trace those reindeer ears on brown paper... Hmm, I wonder if I could use felt instead? 🤔 Then you cut them out and glue them to the back of the jar lid. Next, you add the eyes – googly eyes would be super cute, but I guess you could use white and black paper too. And that little red nose! They used blotting paper, how clever! Oh, and don't forget to stick that sparkly gold ribbon around the lid. ✨ I'm totally going to make a bunch of these for my friends and fill them with homemade cookies! 🍪 This is such a fun and easy way to dress up plain jars.

3. The Christmas in a Jar Centerpiece

The Christmas in a Jar Centerpiece

Okay, this Christmas centerpiece is perfect for those last-minute decorating emergencies! I love how simple it is – just paint some jars white (and don't forget to brush in different directions for that distressed look!), tie a ribbon around the rim, and fill them with greenery and cranberries. So easy! I bet I could use some leftover pinecones and holly branches too... 🤔 And maybe some cinnamon sticks for a festive scent? Okay, I'm off to raid my craft supplies!

4. The Lit Christmas Jar Snowglobes

The Lit Christmas Jar Snowglobes

Whoa, a snow globe that lights up?! That's next-level Christmas magic! ✨ And it looks so easy to make. Just add a little tree, some fake snow, and some fairy lights to a jar... Hmm, I wonder if I could use those battery-powered fairy lights? 🤔 And maybe a tiny deer instead of a doll? Okay, I'm totally making one of these! It'll be the perfect centerpiece for my holiday table.

5. Mini Christmas Tree in a Jar

Mini Christmas Tree in a Jar

Two minutes to make a Christmas centerpiece? Okay, I'm in, are you too? This is perfect for those times when you need something festive but don't have a lot of time. Just grab a jar, some cranberries, a mini Christmas tree, and some string lights... Hmm, I wonder if I could use those battery-powered fairy lights? 🤔 Then you just wrap the lights around the tree, stick it in the jar with the cranberries, and you're done; So simple, but it looks so cute and festive. I'm definitely going to try this!

6. The Snowy Forest in a Jar

The Snowy Forest in a Jar

Ooh, a winter wonderland in a jar! That's such a magical gift idea! ✨ I love how simple it is to make too. Just add some fake snow – or maybe Epsom salts? 🤔 – and some tiny trees and a reindeer to a jar. Then you just pop in some fairy lights, and you're done! I bet it looks so cozy with the lights twinkling inside. I'm definitely going to make a few of these for my friends this Christmas!

7. The Vintage Bus Christmas in a Jar

The Vintage Bus Christmas in a Jar

This is such a cool twist on the classic snow globe. I love how they've used a vintage car and a tiny tree to create a little winter scene. Hope you love too! And the fake snow adds a touch of magic. This would make such a unique gift! Hmm, I wonder if I could find a vintage firetruck instead of a car... What say? Okay, I'm off to the thrift store to find some supplies!

8. Teddy Santa Christmas in a Jar

Teddy Santa Christmas in a Jar

OMG, this teddy Santa snow globe is the cutest thing ever! 😍 I can't believe how easy it is to make too. Just fill a jar with fake snow, add a tiny Christmas tree and a little Santa bear... Wait, I should probably find a bear with a red hat! And then you just tighten the lid and add a ribbon that says Merry Christmas. So simple, but so adorable! I'm definitely making a few of these for my friends. Although, I might have to keep one for myself...

9. Twinkle Twinkle Christmas in a Jar

Twinkle Twinkle Christmas in a Jar

Whoa, this candlelight vessel is SO creative! I love how they've painted a whole winter scene on the jar. First, you paint the jar white... Hmm, I wonder if I could use a spray can for that? 🤔 Then you add some houses and buildings with silver paint... Maybe I'll try using a stencil for that part. And stars in the sky! So cute! ✨ And then a Santa sleigh with reindeers... Okay, I'm going to need some serious painting skills for that! But it'll be worth it. This would make such a cozy and festive night light.

10. Festive Settings Snowglobe

Festive Settings Snowglobe

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OKAY!!! this Christmas jar is perfect for when you're SHORT on time AND money! I love how simple it is. Just grab a jar, some salt or fake snow, and a couple of mini trees... Hmm, I wonder if I could use those bottle brush trees I have leftover from last year? 🤔 Then you just tie some red baker's twine around the lid, and you're done! So easy, but it looks so cute and festive. I'm definitely going to make a few of these for my last-minute gifts!

11. The Overloaded Christmas Ornaments Jar

The Overloaded Christmas Ornaments Jar

This is such a cool idea! It's like gifting a little piece of Christmas magic. ✨ I love how they've layered all those festive elements in the jar – the jute, the pinecones, the dried oranges... Hmm, I wonder if I could add some cinnamon sticks too? 🤔 And those FAIRY lights are the perfect touch!, It must look so cozy with the lights twinkling inside. I'm definitely going to try this! It would make such a unique and thoughtful gift.

12. The Animal Kingdom Snowglobes

The Animal Kingdom Snowglobes

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Ooh, a snowy animal kingdom in a jar! That's such a fun and festive gift idea. I love how they've used miniature animals and trees to create a little winter scene. And the fake snow adds a touch of magic. Hmm, I wonder if I could find some tiny reindeer or polar bears to add to my jars? 🤔 And maybe some sparkly snowflakes? Okay, I'm off to the craft store to gather my supplies!

13. The Bottlebrush Terrariums

The Bottlebrush Terrariums

These tiny terrariums are so elegant! I love how simple they are to make –> just pop a bottle brush tree in a jar and you're done! It's like a miniature winter wonderland. I bet they'd look amazing grouped together on a windowsill or mantelpiece. Hmm, maybe I'll add some faux SNOW or glitter to the bottom of the jars for extra sparkle...

14. Christmas Bowtie Wall Jars

Christmas Bowtie Wall Jars

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Mason jars dressed up for a Christmas party? I LOVE it! Those plaid bows are so festive, and the fairy lights add a magical touch; Hmm, I wonder if I could use different colored ribbons for a more colorful look? 🤔 And maybe some pinecones or holly berries instead of the bottle brush tree? Okay, I'm totally going to try this! These jars would make such CUTE decorations for my holiday table.

15. Mr. Snowman Jar

Mr. Snowman Jar

A snowman in a jar? that's adorable! I love how they've used those tiny styrofoam balls for snow –> it looks so realistic. And that little snowman with the cap and scarf is just too cute! I wonder if I could find a miniature snowman ornament at the craft store... 🤔 Or maybe I could make my own with some felt and beads! This would make such a fun and festive gift for kids. Okay, I'm adding this to my to-do list!

16. The Lush Green Christmas in a Jar

The Lush Green Christmas in a Jar

These little terrariums are so charming! I love the simplicity of just popping a few bottle brush trees in a jar. It's like a miniature forest! And that wooden lid adds a nice touch. They'd look so cute grouped together on a shelf or mantelpiece. Hmm, maybe I'll add some faux snow or glitter to the bottom of the jars for extra sparkle...; Okay, I'm off to find some cute little jars!

17. Glow in the dark Terrariums

Glow in the dark Terrariums

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Ooh, a glow-in-the-dark Christmas jar! That sounds so cozy and magical. ✨ I love how they've combined natural elements like greenery with those cute little snowmen. And the fairy lights add the perfect touch of sparkle. Hmm, I wonder if I could use those battery-powered fairy lights? 🤔 That way I could put it anywhere without needing an outlet; Okay, I'm totally making one of these for my bedside table!

18. Dashing through the Snow Jars

Dashing through the Snow Jars

This Christmas jar is like a tiny snapshot of the whole holiday! I love how they've packed it with all those classic Christmas elements – the fake snow, the mini trees, and even a little Santa with his reindeer; It's so cute! And that string around the lid with the hanging embellishments adds a nice touch. Hmm, I wonder if I could use some tiny ornaments instead of the embellishments they used? 🤔 And maybe some battery-powered fairy lights inside the jar? Okay, I'm totally making a few of these for my friends!

19. The Christmas Landscape Jar

The Christmas Landscape Jar

This Christmas in a jar is so cute! I love the idea of using a tiny snowman and a wrapped present inside. It's like a little winter wonderland in a jar. And the plaid cloth around the lid adds a festive touch. This would make a perfect gift for anyone on your list. I'm definitely going to make a few of these for my friends and family!

20. The Falling Stars Christmas in a Jar

The Falling Stars Christmas in a Jar

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Okay, this Christmas jar is seriously impressive! It's a little more involved than some of the others, but it looks so worth it. I love how they've created that irregular base with the self-drying paste and the tree – > it looks so realistic.; And those stars and pompoms hanging from the lid? Genius! It's like a miniature snow globe. I'm definitely going to try this! Maybe I'll even add some glitter to the base for extra sparkle...

21. The Embellished Christmas Tree in a Jar

The Embellished Christmas Tree in a Jar

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This Christmas jar is so simple, but it's still so elegant! I love the little tree with the embellishments and the sparkly snow. It's like a miniature winter wonderland. And that jute twine around the lid adds a nice rustic touch. This would be a perfect quick and easy decoration for any room in the house. Maybe I'll even make a few to give as gifts!

22. The Stuffed Christmas in a Jar

The Stuffed Christmas in a Jar

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This Christmas jar is like a treasure chest of holiday cheer! I love how you can just toss in any festive bits and bobs you have lying around – pinecones, ornaments, cranberries... whatever you like! And those fairy lights add a magical touch. Hmm, maybe I'll add some cinnamon sticks for a festive scent... ; This would make such a fun and easy gift for friends and family. I'm definitely going to make a few of these!