Party favours don't have to be expensive and sophisticated gifts from the store. They could be simple yet thoughtful gifts made from the comfort of your home. With a few easy-to-find and cheap items, you can create party favours that your guests will forever cherish. Small glass jars with cork lids can do this magic. You can create amazing party favours with these glass jars in less than an hour. This article will give you a step-by-step guide on how to transform these jars into timeless party favours.
1. Homemade Scented Candles
Who doesn't love scented candles? Only a few I guess. Thrill your guests with some homemade scented candles. All you need is a supply of small glass jars. Available options include 30ml Candle Jar, 280ml Hexagonal Candle Jar and the 250ml Squat Candle Jar. Then some wax, soy or beeswax can work, and a wick. Now choose your favourite fragrance. Next, melt the wax, pour into the jars, add the fragrance and place the wick at the center of the jar, then let it set.
This is as easy as it sounds and for more convenience, you can choose to melt the wax directly inside the jar since they are oven safe glass containers. You can customize the candles with tags or ribbons for a better appeal. Your guests will forever cherish this gesture.
2. Mini Treat Jars
As small as these jars may be, they can hold a good amount of cookies or other desserts like cheesecakes and even pudding. You could use the Glass Jar 212ml Amphora, 212ml tall jar or the 230ml Bonta glass jar. These are oven safe glass containers in case you would need some reheating. Dessert ideas include;
● No-bake cheesecake
● Chocolate mousse
● Strawberry shortcake parfaits
● Mini brownie jars
● Mini chocolate bars
● Chocolate Pretzels
3. DIY Spice Blends
Give your guests a taste of your culinary mastery with custom spice blends. It could be a BBQ rub, Italian seasoning or cinnamon sugar mix. Each jar holds a piece of your dedication to making great meals.
A few ideas include:
● Taco seasoning
● Herbes de Provence
● Chai spice mix
● Garlic and herb seasoning
All you have to do is fill the jars with the spice blend, then seal them. Attach a recipe card for a custom look and inspiration.
4. Small Flower Vases
You can make beautiful flower vases from these small glass jars with cork lids. They may be small but they are cute little ways to get to the heart of your guests. Simply get a collection of different flowers. You can choose natural or artificial ones.
Make a hole through the cork lids and place the flowers through the holes into the jars. Fill the jar with soil and water for natural flowers and pebbles for artificial ones. You can paint or design the jars with ribbons for a better finish.
5. Personalized Hot Cocoa Mix
Hot cocoa mix jars are thoughtful gifts during winter. Get some glass jars with cork lids, the glass jar 314ml orcio jar or the flat 370ml glass jar is a perfect size. Next get a bowl and make the hot cocoa mix by combining cocoa powder, powdered milk, sugar, and a pinch of salt. Once thoroughly combined, pour the mix into the jars and seal. You can attach a mini spoon to the jar, tied with a ribbon. You can add an instruction tag as well.
6. Tiny Terrariums
If you have friends who love gardening, this jar gift is best for them. Fill each jar with small pebbles, activated charcoal and soil. Then add tiny plants such as Fittonia, Prayer Plant, Ficus in terrarium, Tillandsia, Radiator plants, among others. Ensure that the soil is wet and has enough water to keep the plants alive before the party.
7. Homemade Jam or Honey
You can give your guests a jar of homemade jam or honey or even fruit preserves. It is a small but thoughtful gift that would gladden the hearts of many. They are perfect for wedding or holiday party favours.
Flavors to try:
● Strawberry basil jam
● Honey infused with vanilla or cinnamon
● Spiced apple butter
● Mixed berry preserves
Ensure to seal the jars tightly with the cork lid. You can add labels or flavour details for a better aesthetic.
8. Message in a Jar
A little old-fashioned but it works. Create a sentimental message jar craft that your guests will cherish for years. The messages could be motivational quotes or affirmations. Simply get the jars, put the cut out messages inside the jars in a way that they stick to the inside walls, with the messages showing. Then fill the center of the jar with dried flowers to keep the messages from collapsing into the jars.
Conclusion
Small jars with cork lids are versatile containers that you can trust for a variety of crafts. In this case, you can utilize them in making different kinds of party favours. They will save you a lot of money and stress as well. Many of them are oven-safe glass containers, making them practical items, handy in many ways.