DIY Snowman Christmas Gift in a Mason Jar

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Whether you’re looking for the perfect neighbor gift or need a cute gift to give your kid’s teacher, a Christmas gift in a mason jar is a great idea! And you’ll love this adorable snowman jar craft. It’s cute and simple to make, making it the perfect simple Christmas craft to make this holiday season.

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If you’ve been reading my blog, you know how much I love gifts in a jar. Here are a few of my other gift in a jar ideas:

Christmas Monster Cookies in a Jar
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End of Year Teacher Gift in a Jar

There are so many adorable ways to create a Christmas gift in a mason jar! And while you could easy just put a yummy snack in a jar and add a gift tag, I like to get a little bit more crafty with my gifts sometimes.

Why not dress up your Christmas gift in a mason jar this year and turn it into an adorable snowman?

Make Your Own Christmas Gift in a Mason Jar

For this cute Christmas gift in a mason jar, I used homemade chocolate covered pretzels. To make the pretzels, I melted white coating chocolate according to the package instructions, then dipped the pretzels in the chocolate. Let the pretzels set, then put them inside your mason jar.

While you’re waiting for your pretzels to set, remove the lid from your jar and paint it with black paint. For my snowman jar, I used black chalk paint because I wanted a rustic look. But spray paint is perfect for painting metal mason jar lids, too.

As you wait for the paint to dry on your lid, add the buttons to the front of your Christmas gift in a mason jar. Before adding the buttons, make sure you find a smooth spot on your jar. If you jar has any embellishments in the glass, make sure to spin it around before adding the glue!

A hot glue gun is the best way to secure the the buttons to the glass jar. The hot glue ensures the buttons will stay stuck but since it drys clear, you won’t see it.

Now it’s time to create the scarf on the snowman jar. Cut a piece of plaid ribbon the length you’ll need, then tie it around the jar. Secure the back with a little bit of hot glue to make sure it stays in place.

Then, adjust the ribbon so it looks like it’s flowing in the breeze. Be sure to fold the top piece of ribbon over the knot on the front. Use a couple of drops of hot glue to keep the ribbon in place.

Print Your Free Christmas Gift Tags

To personalize this cute Christmas gift in a mason jar, you’ll need print out my cute Christmas gift tags! To get your free printable gift tags, simply subscribe to my email list, print out the gift tag on card stock, and cut it out around the outer edge.

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Then, finish putting the gift together! Flip your gift tag over and write the name of the person you’re giving the gift to, then sign your name. Punch a hole in the corner of the gift tag and thread a piece of twine through the hole. Attach the gift tag to the Christmas gift in a mason jar by wrapping the twine around the top of the jar and tying it in a knot. Then, pull the ribbon scarf over the top of the twine to cover it.

Questions About This Christmas Gift in a Mason Jar

I just love how easy this gift is to make. But if you have questions as you work, be sure to keep reading to see if the answer is here. Here are some common questions about this cute snowman Christmas gift in a mason jar.

Can I fill the jar with something else?

Of course! If you’d rather give a gluten free Christmas gift, for example, you could use chocolate covered gluten free pretzels or yogurt covered raisins. White chocolate covered peanuts, white mints, and white chocolate covered espresso beans would also be perfect! Just use something that is white to fill the jar to make sure it looks like a snowman when you’re finished.

Who can I give this gift to?

The beauty of this simple Christmas gift in a mason jar is that it’s so versatile. It’s a great gift to give your neighbors, mail man, delivery drivers, hairdresser, or even your child’s teacher. It also works as a great secret Santa gift at the office!

How can I customize this Christmas gift in a mason jar?

Aside from adding a different edible ingredient inside the jar, there are a variety of ways you can customize this Christmas gift. Start by picking a different ribbon that suits your style. Then, swap out the red buttons for something different — multicolored buttons or star-shaped buttons, perhaps. Finally, pick from one of the four different designs on my free printable gift tags to make this Christmas gift in a mason jar totally your own.

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