Looking for an easy (and seriously cute) Christmas gift idea that doesn’t take a ton of time or money? These free printable “Spread Joy” gift tags are perfect for jazzing up jars of jam, jelly, or chocolate hazelnut spread for neighbors, friends, coworkers, or teachers this holiday season!
I’m a huge fan of simple gifts that still feel thoughtful, and these tags do exactly that. Just grab a jar (or three!) of something delicious, tie on this free gift tag, and you’ve got a sweet little present that doesn’t require a trip to five different stores. Easy peasy!
If you love this kind of low-effort, high-cute holiday gifting, be sure to check out a few of my other favorite printable gift tag ideas too:
- Free Printable Christmas Gift Tags
- Nuts About You Christmas Gift Tags
- Wrapping Paper Neighbor Gift Printable
Okay, now let’s get into how to make these jam and jelly gifts with the Spread Joy tags!
Supplies Needed
- White card stock – I always recommend printing gift tags on card stock instead of regular paper so they hold up well and don’t feel flimsy. 65 lb. or 80 lb. card stock works great.
- Free printable “Spread Joy” gift tags – Grab the download below!
- Paper trimmer or scissors – A paper trimmer gives you the straightest cut lines, but scissors work just fine too.
- Hole punch – For punching a hole at the top of each tag so you can tie it on.
- Ribbon or twine – Festive ribbon, curling ribbon, or even plain kitchen twine all work well here.
- Jams, jellies, or chocolate hazelnut spreads – Gourmet jam brands are perfect for this gift, since they already look (and taste!) special. I especially love the Bonne Maman jams because they look high-end, perfect for gift baskets.
- Cellophane bags or a small basket – To package up your jars, depending on which gift idea below you choose.
How to Make This Easy “Spread Joy” Gift
- Print the free Spread Joy gift tags on white card stock.
- Cut out each tag along the border.
- Punch a hole at the top of the tag.
- Tie the tag onto your jar (or basket) with ribbon or twine.
- Add “From” and your name on the blank line, and you’re done!
That’s it. Seriously. This is one of those gifts that looks like you spent way more time on it than you actually did, which is exactly the kind of gift I love during the busy holiday season.
Gift Ideas to Make with the Spread Joy Gift Tags
Stacked jam jars in a cellophane bag – Grab two or three small jars of gourmet jam or jelly, stack them together, and slide them into a clear cellophane bag. Tie the bag shut with ribbon and attach your Spread Joy gift tag. This is probably the fastest and cheapest version of this gift, and it still looks adorable.
Brunch-themed gift basket – Add a few jars of different jam flavors to a small basket for a simple brunch-themed gift. This is a great option for neighbors or friends who love to entertain.
Breakfast bread and spreads basket – Take it up a notch with a few flavors of bagels or a loaf of breakfast bread, a couple of jars of jam or chocolate hazelnut spread, and a decorative spreader knife for serving. This makes a beautiful, ready-to-give hostess gift.
Teacher or coworker gift – Keep it simple with one jar of jam and the gift tag taped or tied on. It’s an inexpensive gift that still feels personal, especially for the teachers and coworkers on your list who you don’t want to overspend on.
This gift idea is also perfect for the holiday season specifically, because so many of us are hosting out-of-town guests or attending brunch-style holiday parties this time of year. A jar of jam with a cute tag makes a great hostess gift, or you can put together a full breakfast basket to bring to a holiday brunch instead of showing up empty-handed.
Download the Free Spread Joy Gift Tags
Ready to make your own Spread Joy jam and jelly gifts? Just click the link below to download and print the free gift tags!
Download The Printable!
Click below to download your FREE Spread Joy Christmas Tags!
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