Lifestyle

10 creative gifts in a jar

Dec 15, 2014

If you’re stumped for something to buy for a friend or relative, but know generally what they like, then why not make a gift in a jar? There are plenty to choose from and they’re a neat way to present a number of tiny presents. Here’s some ideas for a jar for any type of person!

1. Summer in a jar

tissues
cocoa butter
sunscreen
bandaids
lip balm
tropical gum
tropical hand sanitiser
shower puff

2. Baking lover

mini cookie cutters
measuring spoons
cupcake liners
mini silicone pinch bowls
mini whisk
mini cheese grater

3. Handmade handsoap

bar soap (the more organic and natural, the better)
glycerine

Instructions

Boil 3.75L water in a large pot
While waiting for the water to boil, grate the bar of soap into a large bowl.
Add the soap shavings and 2 tablespoons of glycerine to the boiling water and stir until all the soap melts.
Remove from heat once all soap is melted and allow to cool overnight.
if the mixture is lumpy, just give it a good stirring. If you use soap with too much moisturiser (don’t use Dove, it won’t turn out) then add more water and stir vigorously to thin.