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Mason jars decorated to look like gnomes.
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5 from 4 votes

Candy Jar Gnomes

Turn mason jars into gnomes in just a few steps, then fill them with candy for an adorable gift!
Prep Time20 minutes

Equipment

  • Hot Glue Gun

Ingredients

  • 1 piece Craft Felt 9x12 inches, premium is preferred
  • 1 piece Faux Fur 3x3 inches
  • 1 inch Wood Dowel Cap or wood ball knob
  • Mason Jar w/standard size lid

Instructions

  • Print out the pattern for the hat and beard. Cut the hat out of felt (on the fold) and the beard out of faux fur.
    Cut out hat and beard.
  • Fold the bottom edge of the hat up 1 inch and secure with hot glue.
    Fold up bottom edge of hat one inch and hot glue.
  • Place a line of glue along the top edge of the beard, then tuck it under the hat (centered) to secure.
    Place a line of hot glue along the top of the beard.
  • Turn the hat over and fold one side down so the diagonal edge is straight up and down. Add some hot glue, then overlap the other side about 1/4 inch. Continue gluing to secure the second side over the first side.
    Flip hat over, fold down one side and add hot glue. Then overlap the other side to secure.
  • On the front, split the fur in the middle and pull it apart. Glue on the nose.
    Glue wood dowel cap on for a nose.
  • Place the hat on top of a mason jar. Glue it to the lid if desired.
    Candy jar gnome.

Notes

Print the pattern for the hat and beard here: Candy Jar Gnome pattern