I’ve always been a hoarder of mason jars, even before drinks they became all the rage on Pinterest. Can you believe there was actually a time when mason jars weren’t cool? Anyway, I love reusing them, whether it’s for storing this and that or wrapping up a gift in an instant. These are some of our favorite ways to use mason jars, all of which would make lovely last-minute gifts:

1. Last-minute food jar gifts

Sauces, jam, condiments and snacks all pack perfectly in mason jars. And these 10 food-in-a-jar ideas make such a kind hostess gift to put together at the very last minute!

2. DIY chai candles

The flavor of the holiday season is neatly packed in a jar with these chai candles. Just add some fresh fir to the lid and it’s perfect for giving!

3. Vanilla sugar cookie body scrub + soak

This pampering set of vanilla cookie sugar scrub and bath soak makes for a perfect gift for any lady.

4. Double chocolate peppermint cookies in a jar

I don’t know who doesn’t need help in the kitchen this time of the year! So you can bring the double chocolate peppermint cookies – ready to bake, packed in a jar.

5. Pink mason jar candles

These tinted candles in a jar add a romantic, cozy touch to any home. Pick your favorite color!

6. DIY inflused booze

Instead of the classic bottle of wine, how about you bring one of these tasty 9 homemade booze infusions?

7. Lavender calendula healing hand salve

Dry skin is everyone’s problem in winter, so they’ll probably appreciate a healing hand salve you made yourself.

8. Colored DIY votives

Tinted votives are incredibly easy to make, and they make for the perfect candlelit centerpiece.

9. Homemade mulling spice

Who doesn’t need a warm pick-me-up this time of the year? The homemade mulling spice is the perfect homemade gift in a jar.

10. Layered scent holiday candles

These are probably our favorite holiday candles ever – each layer is a different scent!

11. Potpourri with dried fruit and nuts

This dried fruit and nut potpourri is a natural way to make a room smell wonderful and is easy to put together and gift in a large jar.

12. Whipped green tea + coconut oil moisturizer

This green tea-infused moisturizer is amazing on winter skin, so make a big batch and save some for yourself!

13. Rose + chamomile facial scrub

A delightful and delicate facial scrub with roses, chamomile and oatmeal – sure to make any woman feel pampered.

14. Slow cooker apple butter

Apple butter is so holiday like! Plus it fits perfectly in a mason jar, ready to give away.

15. Hot cocoa mix

With just a few ingredients, put a smile on the face of everyone on your list with hot cocoa in a jar!

16. DIY mint chocolate sugar scrub

Mint + chocolate = a perfect combination. Make this indulging sugar scrub for the chocolate lovers in your life.

17. Homemade ginger peach jam

Ginger and peach go hand in hand in this sweet mason jar jam that’s good for virtually anyone.

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