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Gifts in a Jar

Gifts-in-a-jar make sweet and simple holiday gifts. Try our collection of gifts-in-a-jar recipes! Layered baking mixes, brownies, cookies and bath salts make inexpensive, meaningful gifts--and free printable gift tags add a pretty, professional touch.

Dreamsicle Cookies In A Jar

A favorite hot-weather sweet sparks a great gift in a jar: Orange Dreamsicle Cookies!

Taking the name--and flavors--of a cool summer treat, Orange Dreamsicle Cookies are punched up with vanilla baking chips and a burst of citrus.

Layered and decorated with a pretty gift tag, Orange Dreamsicle Cookies In A Jar are perfect "just-because" gift or gift basket item.

We make it easy with a free printable gift tag. New! Print this gift in a jar gift tag in .PDF format.

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Easter Bunny S'Mores in a Jar: Sweet Easter Treat!

March 12, 2009 — Cynthia Ewer

smores in a jarLook what's hoppin'! It's Easter Bunny S'Mores in a Jar!

Add Peeps-brand Easter Bunny marshmallow candies to our S'Mores In A Jar recipe for a sweet Easter treat that's fun to make, fun to give.

Layering graham cracker crumbs, Peeps-brand candies, brown sugar and chocolate chips, it's easy to create this Spring gift in a jar.

Our free printable gift tag page includes recipe tags make this Easter gift special!

S'Mores In A Jar Recipe

Easter S'Mores In A Jar gift tag


Gifts In A Jar: Peaches and Cream Bath Salts

December 1, 2008 — Cynthia Ewer

gifts in a jar:bath saltsPretty layered bath salts make a perfect gift for teens, co-workers or teachers.

Makes 12 gift jars at a cost approximately $1.50 per jar.

Includes free printable print gift tags! New! Print the Peaches and Cream Bath Salts gift tag in .PDF format.

Materials and Supplies for Peaches and Cream Bath Salts:

12 tall jelly (12-ounce) canning jars with lid and rings

2 4-pound cartons Epsom Salts (approximately 16 cups)
4 pounds sea salt or Kosher salt (approximately 6 cups)
1/2 teaspoon glycerin, divided
12 to 15 drops peach essential oil
12 to 15 drops orange food color

3 pieces cardstock (for free printable gift tags)

Instructions:

Wash, rinse and dry canning jars.

Empty one carton Epsom Salts into large mixing bowl or batter bowl. Add 3 cups sea salt, stir well. Stir in 1/4 teaspoon glycerin and 6 to 8 drops essential oil. Mix well.


Gifts In A Jar: Candy Cane Bath Salts

November 17, 2008 — Cynthia Ewer

gifts in a jar:candy cane bath saltsLooking for an easy, inexpensive holiday gift? Pretty layered bath salts make a perfect gift for teens, co-workers or teachers. Sparked with the holiday scent of peppermint, Candy Cane Bath Salts are a seasonal treat.

Makes 12 gift jars at a cost approximately $1.50 per jar.

Includes free printable gift tags.


Jar Gift Recipes: Holiday Ideas for Gifts In A Jar

November 12, 2008 — Cynthia Ewer

Gifts in a jar! These frugal consumable gifts feature bath salts, cookie ingredients, holiday beverage mixes, baking mixes or bean soup fixings layered in a glass canning jar.

Gifts in a jar are easy homemade Christmas gifts. Topped with a colorful fabric circle and a free printable gift tag, they're a welcome holiday treat.

We've got all you need to know to make gifts in a jar. Get started with our instructions, tips and recipes. Don't forget to visit the Gifts in a Jar forms library to print gift tags for a finishing touch!


Harvest S'Mores In A Jar: Thanksgiving Treat

October 19, 2008 — Cynthia Ewer

Making seasonal S'Mores In A Jar for any holiday is easy--if Peeps ® brand Marshmallow Candies are available for the celebration of your choice. Christmas, Easter, Halloween and Valentines Day are on the list, but so far, Thanksgiving Day is not.

Until JustBorn, manufacturer of Marshmallow Peeps, gets with the harvest holiday, we have a work-around for you!

These Harvest S'Mores In A Jar are created using the back side of Halloween Pumpkin Peeps. Pointing the Jack O'Lantern faces to the inside of the jar creates a pretty harvest jar gift. Better still, with Halloween Peeps on sale at clearance prices after October 31, it's a frugal and festive way to say "Happy Thanksgiving!"

Add our free printable gift tag, and it's a Thanksgiving treat to treasure:

S'Mores In A Jar Recipe

Harvest S'Mores In A Jar Gift Tags


S'Mores In A Jar: Seasonal Sweet Treat!

S'Mores In A Jar! What could be better? Combining the flavors of the familiar campfire treat with the seasonal sweetness of Peeps ® brand marshmallow candies, our recipe creates a distinctive holiday gift in a jar.

To create this jar gift, you'll layer crushed graham crackers, Marshmallow Peeps, brown sugar and chocolate pieces in a clear glass canning jar.

Spiffed up with a fabric topper, pretty ribbon and free printable gift tags, S'Mores In A Jar make a happy holiday treat for all occasions.

Combined with butter, vanilla extract and buttermilk, this gift-in-a-jar bakes a warm and delicious S'mores bar cookie for everyone to enjoy.


Gift In A Jar: Pumpkin Pie Bars-in-a-Jar

September 15, 2008 — Cynthia Ewer

pumpkin pie bars in a jarShare the taste of the season with Pumpkin Pie Bars-in-a-Jar! This simple bar cookie jar gift makes a moist, flavorful bar cookie with the savor of pumpkin pie.

Bundle this gift-in-a-jar with a can of pumpkin, and add hot cider for an Autumn treat!

This recipe from FreshPreserving.com is in .PDF format, so you'll need the free Adobe Reader software to view and print:

Pumpkin Pie Bars-in-a-Jar Recipe


Gifts In A Jar: Sand Art Brownies

September 4, 2008 — Cynthia Ewer

Sand Art Brownies are easy to make and oh, so pretty! Layered cocoa, brown sugar, chocolate chips and pecans make this jar gift recipe extra-special.

Welcome a neighbor, thank a teacher or give a homemade Christmas gift with this layered cookie-in-a-jar recipe.

Our recipe makes 12 gift jars at a cost approximately $3 per jar, and includes free printable gift tags to make assembling your Sand Art Brownies a breeze!

New! Print a Sand Art Brownies gift tag in .PDF format.


Jar Gift Recipe: M&M Cookies In A Jar

August 11, 2008 — Cynthia Ewer

Child-friendly, fun craft gift, M&M Cookies in a Jar is perfect for teacher gifts, Secret Santa or stocking stuffers! For a holiday touch, use M&M-brand chocolate candies in seasonal colors.

Our free printable gift tag carries out the M&M-brand theme! Bold and bright, this two-sided tag comes in three lively colors. Print and fold to create this colorful gift-in-a-jar.

Includes free printable gift tags.

New! Print this M&M Cookies In A Jar gift tag in .PDF format.


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