35 Creative Non-Food Mason Jar Gifts
Mason jar gifts are super fun to give – ideas with limits! If you want to do try making gift jars that are something other than food, keep reading! Here are 35 non-food gift-in-a-jar ideas I think you’ll love – give for Christmas, birthday, neighbors, coworkers – anyone, any time!

Food Gifts are Tricky; A Non-Food Gift Might Be the Answer
Personally, I love food gifts. I love the idea of consumables and things that won’t take up space. (That might just be me.🤣)
But food gifts can be tricky. Allergies are common-place. Tastes can vary. Dietary restrictions can also be an issue.
And honestly, some people can be a little funny when it comes to getting food from other people (which is fine!).
There’s always the risk of something throwing out the gift you worked so hard for because of any of the above reasons – or other reasons.
So if you love the idea of a ‘gift-in-a-jar’ idea but want to avoid the food route, I think you’ll find some inspiration here today.
These gifts are great for Christmas, birthday, teacher gifts, Mother’s Day – any occasion that you’d want to give a DIY gift!
I think they are especially great for a little pick-me-up gift or a ‘just because’ gesture to bless someone!
Super-Creative Non-Food Mason Jar Gifts
There are 3 ways you can create a mason jar gift.
First, you can make the jar the gift itself (like a vase or tissue holder).
Next, you can also fill it with one particular item – like bath salts or body lotion.
Or, you can fill it with lots of little things that fit a theme (craft items, stationary supplies, etc.)
Below, you’ll see all of those kind of those variations. So let’s get to it!
And be sure to scroll to the end to check out even more themed jar ideas after you finish the roundup!
35 Really Wonderful Gift in a Jar Ideas – Non Food Edition
If you like the idea of cookies but don't want to go with the 'cookie mix' idea, this is a fun spin on it, by gifting cookie cutters, with a gorgeous printable recipe attached! That peppermint is the perfect Christmas smell, body scrub is so easy to make. Great way to encourage someone to relax this season! To be honest, this is something I personally love and make during Christmas time. I. LOVE. IT. I’m always looking for clean, non-toxic ways to get my house to smell great. This one is FULL of that cozy Christmas smell. Add water and put right on the stove. Free printable tag with this one! This is a beautiful idea that can be poured in a pot on the stove for amazing fragrance around the house, or you can place a lit tea light in the middle for a beautiful centerpiece as well. It actually looks amazing sealed in the jar for home decor as well! This is another great idea for fragrance jars. Especially for those looking for clean alternatives to keep their homes smelling great, this will definitely be appreciated! While you're filling your jar with pretty things, why not make it an oil lamp? These are easy to make and there are so many beautiful option for fill! Wonderful idea for giving a fragrant gift! This is easy to put together - and it uses chopsticks, which is genius! There are other fun gift ideas in this post as well. Level up your ordinary mason jar and make it an apothecary jar! This is created with Dollar Tree jars and candlesticks! Fill it up with any treat you like for a sweet Christmas gift! Not only is this candle safe, made with beeswax and soy wax, but it looks amazing! Just as pretty to look at as it is to smell! Love this. If you like the idea of a candle in jar but don't want to actually make a candle, try a mason jar luminary! You can fill it with a tea light, fairy lights or votives! This is somewhere between a non-food and kinda drink jar! Gift all the goodies for a delicious cup of tea, including tea, button buddies, tea infuser, tea bagger squeezer This is a great idea for a gardener or a chef! The homegrown herbs will be sure to please either one! This is really adorable! If you want to try another fun spin on gardening, how about gifting the herbs themselves! This is especially appreciated by those who might not have a green thumb! Herbs never go to waste! I love the combo of orange and lavendar! This is the gift of relaxation that would be so appreciated! For a luxurious gift that feels like a dream, try this milk bath recipe in a jar! Yes, please! This is a really fun way to gift some kitchen utensils! Lots of ways you can do this one! These mason jar hand soap dispensers are big sellers in the store. How much will someone love to get it with homemade handsoap inside, along with the jar? Love it! With all the press about toxins lately, giving a homemade body cream would be an absolutely welcome gift. This is a wonderful way to get natural fragrance around a home - so many wonderful combinations, especially around the Christmas season! I love this idea! It's a whimsical and fun Christmas gift for the winter season! If there's a crafty friends who loves to paint, this is a fun way to spruce up their supplies with fresh paints, brushes, and stencils! Another wonderful idea that keeps a home smelling wonderful - toxin free! Right along with the soap dispenser, how cute would this tissue holder be! Love this idea, especially for farmhouse lovers! This is so unique to give as a gift! You create this beautiful jar where someone can write their prayer requests in, and then, at the end of the year, they can see how God has been faithful. Just love this. So much meaning to this one! (This one’s not in a mason jar, but it could be). This is a beautiful way to give a mason jar! You can use sheet music, book pages, scrapbook paper, old maps, even fabric... a truly nostalgic and beautiful gift! Fill it with flowers or include a votive or tea light to make a luminary! I love chalk painted mason jars! They are lovely to display flowers in - or you can fill it with goodies. Two gifts in one. This is a super-cute way to give the gift of self-care! A pedi is always a treat, and this jar includes all the fixins! Free printable included! Another fun idea for your crunchy | healthy (or stressed-out) friend in your life! They will totally appreciate a detox soak in the tub! We all could probably use this, so keep some for yourself. You can take the pampering idea up a few notches and give a whole spa day in a jar! Surely will be much appreciated! All the moms, raise your hands! Who needs a survival kit?!? Filled with hand sanitizer, ibuprofen, chapstick, energy drink mix… help them moms get through their days! You can also customize the 'survival kit' idea for teachers, new moms, nurses - anyone! Another great option for your crunchy friends. There are so many toxins in regular clothes detergent – this is a great option and will be so appreciated! This is such a fun way to provide encouragement for someone! Filled with inspirational quotes and verses, all they need to pick one out when they need a pick me up! Free printable for quotes and verses included in this one! These days, anything antibacterial is very appreciated! This hand scrub is all natural, with no harmful ingredients! Great idea for teachers, too! Do you have a friend who loves to craft? A new stock of pretty supplies will ALWAYS be appreciated! (There are a few more ideas in this post as well!) This is a super-easy gift idea! Upcycle a sweater cozy (or crochet your own - easy enough for beginners like me!) for an adorable mason jar gift! Fill it with Christmas flowers, a faux floral arrangement, or really, any treat you want to put inside!
DIY Christmas Cookie Cutter Jar & Free Printable
Peppermint Sugar Scrub in a Jar
DIY Stovetop Potpourri Mason Jar Gift
Cinnamon and Pine Fragrance Jar
DIY Home Fragrance (like a Williams Sonoma Store)
Magical Mason Jar Oil Lamp
Aroma Diffuser
DIY Apothecary Mason Jars
Evergreen Pressed Herb Candles
Classy DIY Mason Jar Luminaries
Tea Lover's Mason Jar Gift
Herb Kit Gift in a Jar
10 Minute Mason Jar Herb Garden
DIY Lavender Orange Bath Salts
Easy Lavender Milk Bath Jars
Mason Jar Utensil Holders
DIY Hand Soap Gift
Easy DIY Vanilla Body Butter Recipe
Layered Potpourri Jars
Winter Survival Kit - Gift in a Jar
Mason Jar Gift for the Paint Lover!
DIY Mason Jar Gel Air Fresheners
Mason Jar Tissue Holder
Prayer Jar
Vintage Mod Podge Mason Jar Vases
Chalk Paint Mason Jars
Pedi in a Jar Gift
Detox Bath in a Jar
Spa In A Jar
Mommy Survival Kit in a Jar
Homemade Laundry Detergent in a Gift Jar
Pick Me Up Jars
Easy DIY 5 Minute Antibacterial Lemon Hand Scrub
Crafters Gift Jar
Mason Jar Cozy (Crochet or Sweater!)
But if you don’t see what you’re looking for, you can customize a jar to suit your liking. Basically, if someone has a hobby or has something he or she really loves, you can find some trinkets and mini-sized items to put in a jar.
Here are some other themed ideas that would work great for a gift-in-a-jar:
Baby
New Mom
Little Boys
Little Girls
Tweens and Teens
Baker
DIYer
Foodie
Crafter
Artist
Entertainer
Make-Up Lover
Movie Lover
Seamstress
Dog Lover
Cat Lover
Teacher
Scrapbooker
Crunchy-Organic Friend
Candy Lover (Pick one – or more! – of these 50+ homemade Christmas candy gift ideas to put in a jar!)
Also, if you feel like mason jars might be too limiting, you can also create DIY gift baskets using a lot of the same themes!
More DIY Gift Ideas
If you’re still looking for more DIY gift ideas, check these out!
40 Creatively Wonderful Christmas Food Gifts in a Jar
100+ DIY Gifts for Friends (So Good You Want to Keep)
35 Easy Christmas Gifts to Make in Bulk & for Coworkers & More
50 Pretty & Stylish DIY Gift Ideas (Perfect for Christmas!)
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