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Simple Treat Jars and Tutorial

December 17, 2010 by Courtney 21 Comments

So with this busy busy time comes the fun part of delivering gifts to friends, neighbors, and teachers. This year, I used mason jars to house whatever gift seemed appropriate. I used chalkboard paint to personalize the jar {and I figure it will be reused for sugar, flour, candy, crayons . . pretty much anything}. I filled them with peppermint bark {normally make my own but this year I simplified and went with the Costco version. It’s just as yummy} and dark chocolate star cookies from Trader Joes. For the teachers, I added movie tickets or Starbucks cards. To wrap them up I just tied a big bow and added a gift tag printed from here. I am in love with these tags and will use them again for sure. I also added a piece of chalk to the bow. Here is a finished product { I made about ten of them but forgot to take a photo of them once they were all completed. Oops!} I handed most of them out as favors this year when we hosted parties. IMG_8808IMG_8812                                                       I signed our family name on each of the tags.

aren’t these tags dreamy. they are from jones design company                                                        Treat Jar Tutorial IMG_8573 I used the mason jars from Michael’s. They are $2.00 each. You can really go with any glass container. I like to keep the cost low so that I can insert a gift card or something special for teachers. IMG_8577 Tape off a large rectangle with painter’s tape. Just be sure to really press down tightly. Apparently, painter’s tape and I are pretty much “stuck like glue” these days. Not sure what the deal is! IMG_8578 I used a piece of cardboard and cut out a rectangle. This is just good to hold over the jar when spray painting to prevent any from getting on the rest of the jar. IMG_8579 Here is what my setup looks like when I paint!! I spray in the garage on a blue tarp. And I always use gloves. I am all about zero clean-up. IMG_8586 I do two coats of paint about 20 minutes apart. And here they are before they were wrapped up. I made a white circle out of cardstock to go on each lid. You could write a cute message on this circle as well! IMG_8592IMG_8593 One last look at a finished product. What have you done for your friends and neighbors? Or do you have a clever idea for filling these. IMG_8809 IMG_8811

Filed Under: Christmas, Do it yourself, gift ideas, tutorial, Uncategorized

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  1. Raine and Sage says

    December 17, 2010 at 9:06 am

    What is peppermint bark? I'm guessing chocolate mint confectionary by the look of it? The jars are fabulous. Another great idea, cost effective, and recyclable. Thanks for the tutorial and tag ideas. Courtney I wish I had your productivity levels. You're like a little Xmas elf. Do you stay up all night?! Sonia 🙂

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  2. URUGUAY LIFE - WHITE LIFE says

    December 17, 2010 at 9:15 am

    I had the same idea in the past. But I have taken chalk slide. As a gift and the kitchen the glasses are class.

    Hugs

    Tine

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  3. Posie Patchwork says

    December 17, 2010 at 10:52 am

    Um, genius, love this idea!! Lucky teachers!! Love Posie

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  4. Simply LKJ says

    December 17, 2010 at 11:36 am

    Love those. We made chalkboard flower pots for spring gifts one year for the girls teachers. I love the Mason jar idea. Since the girls are older now, we don't do the "teacher" gifts anymore. And, I just have one dear friend that I make up a basket for she and her family each year. A lot of us girlfriends decided long ago, to simplify in this area so we weren't stressed out. We'll all go to lunch after the holidays.

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  5. JC's Loft says

    December 17, 2010 at 12:34 pm

    Oh so cute! I like the idea of slipping the movie tickets or starbucks card inside!

    Paula

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  6. Ali Rockwell says

    December 17, 2010 at 1:26 pm

    These are great! Chalkboard paint is the best.

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  7. Carissa @ the Fabulous Design File says

    December 17, 2010 at 2:13 pm

    That is such a brilliant idea!!! I'm filing it away for next years teacher gifts! Nice gift tags too!

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  8. Serah says

    December 17, 2010 at 2:25 pm

    Too cute! I just wish I had time to do them for this year!

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  9. Cassie {Hi Sugarplum!} says

    December 17, 2010 at 2:46 pm

    okay — i need to get to know chalkboard paint in the new year! between your projects and janell's chalkboard stripe on her breakfast room wall…i'm smitten!

    I think I'll watch for a sale on those jars so I can do something similar. (yes, bc I want them cheaper than $2! cheep-cheep)

    have a grand weekend me love!

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  10. michelle says

    December 17, 2010 at 3:56 pm

    Very, very cute!!! Love the chalkboard paint on the mason jars!!

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  11. Kendra {House of Ficek} says

    December 17, 2010 at 5:24 pm

    Great idea, very cute! I don't think you can have too many mason jars laying around.

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  12. Michelle @Shellsshabbyshack says

    December 17, 2010 at 6:18 pm

    Very cute idea! I would love to give and receive one of these. I made a ton of fudge so that would be a perfect way to deliver it. I have the paint and the jars. YAY! Thanks for the idea! xx

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  13. Michaela says

    December 17, 2010 at 8:16 pm

    Love the chalkboard paint element! It's an adorable little craft for neighbors or friends at school. I'm going to show my mom– she'll love this! Happy Friday, Courtney!

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  14. Megan {Honey We're Home} says

    December 18, 2010 at 3:03 am

    So awesome! You're giving me so many ideas for the chalkboard paint- there's a jar in my garage that's yet to be opened! I like how you can personalize the treat based on the recipient. And the Jones Design tags- yes, please!!

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  15. Allison says

    December 18, 2010 at 8:01 am

    Another great project, Courtney! I have yet to try chalkboard paint. This would be a good small project for me to give it a try. This is a great gift and those tags are fabulous. Peppermint bark is one of my favorites! Is it farily easy to make?

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  16. Lili says

    December 18, 2010 at 3:57 pm

    court, you have so much tricks up your sleeves! i love these!

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  17. Rene says

    December 18, 2010 at 11:13 pm

    Your gifts look wonderful Courtney! Yesterday as soon as I read this post, I rushed over to print those cute little labels and forgot to leave a comment saying thank you for sharing. Happy weekend!

    -Rene

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  18. Kathysue says

    December 19, 2010 at 5:05 am

    What a great idea!!! I have to check out the star cookies from Trader joes. They are my go-to entertaining tricks, store. I just did a post on some of the easy things I keep on hand for drop-in guest. You probably do a lot of the same things. Kathysue

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  19. Kristin @ My Uncommon Slice of Suburbia says

    December 19, 2010 at 4:43 pm

    This is awesome!! Anyone would be thrilled to recieve this as a gift!
    I did the same thing awhile back for spices in the smaller glass jars, hmmmm…..that would be a nice gift too, now you have me thinking.
    Stay warm!
    XO
    Kristin

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  20. emily says

    December 19, 2010 at 7:00 pm

    Super cute! I love this idea!

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  21. SHERRY HART says

    December 21, 2010 at 1:14 pm

    That is an incredibly cute idea!

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