The Ultimate Guide to Holiday Mason Jar Ideas

We have been working hard to create an ultimate guide for holiday mason jar ideas! And now that we have over 100 ideas, it is time to share! I personally love mason jars for all seasons but they are especially great around the holidays. You can decorate with them and also make fun gifts in a jar for everyone on your gift-giving list.

Want to see my favorite Christmas mason jar idea of all time? Be sure to check out this nativity scene I made with mason jars and my Cricut machine!

The Ultimate Guide to Holiday Mason Jar Ideas

Let’s Talk Mason Jars

If you have never crafted with a mason jar, then you are missing out!

Mason jars are the perfect base for a handmade gift in a jar because they have a stronger seal, come in various sizes, and the top can be taken apart (which is great for crafting). I seriously love mason jars for this reason and have made everything from Christmas to gifts to kids’ crafts and more using these simple jars!

If you already love all things mason jar (like me), be sure also to check out our list of 20 mason jar gifts. You might also like our blog post titled ”Gifts In Jars: 13 Easy Mason Jar Gifts Anyone Can Make”! Between these two blog posts and the handmade mason jar creations below, you should be able to gift a jar of some type this holiday season.

However, if you have never crafted with a mason jar, then you are in the right place! This is because all the projects I’m sharing today are perfect for beginning mason jar crafters!

100 Holiday Mason Jar Ideas

Now for the ultimate list of holiday mason jar ideas. We have linked up over 100 ideas all for you! Click around below to see the instructions for each of these mason jar crafts. You just click on the picture to be taken to the craft idea. If you love mason jars and Christmas, this is the place for you! Grab a cup of coffee and get started!

Be sure to pin or bookmark your favorites so you can go back and make these as the holidays approach. We all love giving handmade, but it can be time-consuming! Start your list now and then you can prepare as the holiday approaches. Which of these Christmas mason jar creations will you make? Are any of these on your own list for things you would like to receive? We would love to hear what you think about our ultimate guide to Christmas mason jar crafts!

After all, I love mason jars and creating fun projects with them year-round! In fact, if you are looking for a mason jar craft for an event or holiday, I probably have just what you are looking for. You can see all of my mason jar crafts here. Then just pick your favorites and start creating right away!

FAQs About Holiday Mason Jar Ideas

Here are a couple of questions that I see readers ask about using mason jars in craft projects. If you have a question, please check to see if I’ve already answered it below. Don’t see your question? Leave it for me in the comments!

Where Do You Purchase Mason Jars?

You can purchase mason jars at your local grocery store, big box store, or online. Below are a few of my favorite types of mason jars.

What Size Jars Should I Use?

The great thing about these projects is that you can change the jar size to fit your needs. Due to that, I would say to pick your jar size based on what you are giving or how much you want to spend on each gift.

With that being said, the only time where you might want to use a standard-size mason jar or bigger is if you are giving a food or drink-themed gift.

Should I Clean My Mason Jar Before I Craft With It?

Yes! Before you begin any mason jar craft, you should always wash the inside and outside. You may also want to wipe down the outside of the mason jar with rubbing alcohol to make sure your surface is completely clean and dust-free.

Do You Have Gift Tags That I Can Add To My Mason Jar Gift?

Yes, I do! Check out the links below to see our free gift tags!

5 More Mason Jar Gift Ideas

Did you love our holiday mason jar ideas and are looking for more mason jar gift ideas? Then check out the projects below!

Build a Sock Puppet Gift Idea

You can make this sock puppet gift idea for your kids for any occasion. This a fun gift-in-a-jar idea that any child will love!

Easy Soup in a Jar Gift Idea

If you are looking for an inexpensive gift for any occasion, soup in a jar is the answer! This handmade gift is layered with seasonings and dried beans, then completed with a printable gift tag of the recipe.

Herb Kit Gift in a Jar -- give a mini herb kit to the one you love on Valentine's Day or any holiday! Everyone loves a gift in a mason jar!

Herb Garden Kit in a Jar

Make this herb garden kit for anyone on your list! Anyone who loves cooking or plants will appreciate starting their miniature garden.

Bath Salts Homemade Gift Idea with Peppermint

Make this homemade bath salt gift idea with this easy bath salt recipe! Plus, learn how to create layers to make the bath salts look more high-end!

Fruit Basket in a Jar

Put a new spin on the traditional fruit basket with this fruit basket in a jar! Everything a traditional basket would hold but all in a large mason jar.

Your ultimate guide to over 100 Christmas mason jar creations that everyone will love! You will find holiday mason jar crafts to make for yourself as well as gifts! #christmas #holidays #masonjars #masonjarcrafts #crafts

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