12.16.2010

DIY Feature: Gifts in Jars


(Christmas in a Bottle via the City Cradle)

(sewing kit in a jar - pinterest)

(cupcakes in a jar via mycakies)

Later on today I will show you the little gifts in jars that I am giving to neighbors. Thought I would also share these adorable ideas. Wouldn't you love to receive something like this? Such a fun and personal gift! I hope this sparks your creativity and gives you some ideas:)


22 comments:

ASHLEY said...

those are so cute!

Brooke said...

can't wait to see yours! I found that cupcake in a jar the other day and had it bookmarked I can't wait to try it out!

Helena - A Diary of Lovely said...

I really want to try the cake/cupcakes in a jar!

Brandi said...

I have to admit I'm really curious about the cupcakes in a jar. I like the way they look but I'm concerned I wouldn't be able to get every last delicious piece out. How torturous would that be? But I love giving gifts in jars -- especially because they can be used again.

postcards and pretties said...

so cute!! such great ideas!!

size too small said...

so cute- i've seen pie in a jar too. i'm definitely making something like this over the holiday's.

thenextarrow said...

adorable idea! i love the photos, too.

xo Alison

Glocal Girl said...

Anna, you are saving me with these original Christmas ideas!! I'm using the sewing one for sure.

Happy Holidays from Holland, my blogger friend!
www.GlocalGirl.com

Anna Elder said...

such a cute idea!! i've seen the recipes in a jar before, but i love the sewing kit in a jar. adorable!!

Martina said...

Anna, i LOVE these ideas - yes, all these things in glasses are so pretty! Will think about something as well - and can't wait to see your gift!

Pattie said...

My oh my, these are just too sweet! So many gift ideas this year, I don't know what I'm going to do!

Arianna Belle {Organized Interiors} said...

These are so cute! What a great idea!

-Arianna

p.s. I have a little giveaway over at http://www.ariannabelle.blogspot.com

thais. said...

these are adorably sweet - can't wait to see yours :)

Jillian said...

what a great idea!! love the little sewing jar. xoxo jcd

Antje said...

thank you for these wonderful ideas

jennifer ▲ i art u said...

i LOVE all of these anna! what a sweet idea!
j.

Lekenhverdag.com said...

I really love these ideas too ;-) I´ve told my readers to check you up ;-)

Best,
Carina

krisandkel said...

Those are super duper cute!! My favorite is the sewing kit in a jar!

<3 kris&kel
www.krisandkel.com

carissa @ lowercase letters said...

oh heavens... these go in the "cutest things ever" category!!! love them! the cupcake jars are especially my fave.

Down and Out Chic said...

this is a sweet idea. i'd make jars with fun packaging materials like tape and bakers twine. fun!

Megan V said...

The sewing kit in a jar is so adorable and is such a great idea!!! I have a friend who is just learning to sew and this would be such a perfect gift for her!! :) thanks for sharing!!! xo

Oh, My Darling said...

Oh goodness, the aesthetic of jars is so fantastic!