Give the gift of the rainbow…with a “Rainbow in a Jar!”
We are all about the magic around here for holidays, and St. Patrick’s Day is no exception. I mean who wouldn’t want a “rainbow in a jar”? It’s just one of those colorful happy gifts that is bound to put a smile on anyone’s face. We made a few different versions of this rainbow in a jar gift, for more ideas to share with you.
What you need to make a Rainbow in a Jar:
- skittles
- rolos
- a mason jar
- optional: a cute jar topper like a shamrock or printable for St. Patrick’s Day
- optional: mini marshmallows (to look like clouds)
How to make a Rainbow in a Jar:
- Open up the bags of Skittles candy and separate the candies by color.
- Fill the bottom of the jar with gold wrapped chocolates like rolos or chocolate gold coins
- Fill up each jar with Skittles (or another rainbow kind of candy you choose) Layer one color at a time to make a rainbow. Fill each jar about 3/4 full.
- Top off the jar with more Rolos or a handful of mini marshmallows (the mini marshmallows look like a clouds).
- Decorate your jars with cute gift tags for St. Patick’s Day.
Other options for a Rainbow in a Jar:
We love the look of a rainbow in a jar, but if you’d like to give a similar candy gift to more than just one, by dividing the candy into smaller quantities you can try using clear plastic tubes or clean plastic sleeves. Or you can fill a little plastic pot to look like the pot of gold. You can find all on Amazon:
–clear plastic tubes
–clear plastic sleeves
–plastic pot of gold party favor
Cute Printables for a Rainbow in a Jar gift:
- LUCKY printable gift tag
- So Lucky You’re my Buddy printable gift tag
- Double Rainbow printable gift tag
Candy Ideas for St. Patrick’s Day
I’m a sucker for a candy dish with seasonal holiday candies. It’s a fun way to give a little nod to the next holiday with a sweet treat friends and family can enjoy before the holiday. In 2012, I shared this one with a bunch more glass jars filled with candy for St. Patrick’s Day featuring my most favorite candy: Peanut Butter Duets.
Leprechaun Trap for St.Patrick’s Day
Have you ever made a Leprechaun Trap? I loved doing this with my kids when they were little.
This is a perfect craft for little kids who love the magic of holidays. This simple craft only requires basic craft supplies and an old shoe box. It would be a fun indoor craft to do on the weekend. We found the chocolate covered coins in the bulk food section at our local grocery store.
More St. Patrick’s Day sweet treats we LOVE:
–Lime Lush Dessert
–Magic Rainbow Jello
–Shamrock Pops
Cute idea. Love it.
I also saw gold coins in the dollar section of Target.
Didn't you catch him 2 years ago? What happened?
How cute!
You are such a fun mom.
Ha ha. I love your hierarchy of who deserves the good chocolate!
I like that…even a dork like me might be able to make that craft.
You're such a cute mom! I love it.
I forgot about this! My son loved it last time we did it, maybe 3 years ago. Might have to do it again! Thanks for the reminder!
Very cute! My kids have traps all over the place right now!
I'd love to have you come link up at my For the Kids Friday Link Party! Stop by and check it out!
http://sunscholars.blogspot.com/2011/03/for-kids-friday-2-part-2.html
I think I'm gonna have to try something like this….so cute!
Jen
aww this is so cute.
would luv for you to add it to our linking party this week.
http://www.passionatelyartistic.com/2011/03/orange-blossoms-with-linking-party.html
Thanks
Maggie
How adorable!!
I featured you on my holiday blog. Here's the link:
http://celebrationsandholidays.blogspot.com/2011/03/leprechaun-trap-by-no-biggie.html
What a neat idea!
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This is so 'stinkin' fun!!!! How enchanting. I think I'm gonna do this next year in OUR garden.
My Friday's Link:
My Handmade Lighthouse Dolphin Shelf
I do hope you'll find time to stop by for a visit with me. Have a super weekend!!!
oh wow, this is just too dang cute. spotted you at tater tots.