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DIY Wish Jar – A Magical Craft with Mason Jars for Kids and Dreamers

By a Bug & a Bean | Posted on 2025-07-08

Create a whimsical wish jar with a mason jar, printable slips, charms, and ribbon. This enchanting craft with mason jars is perfect for kids, families, and magical parties!

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FAIRY CRAFTS  FAIRY PARTY  MASON JAR CRAFTS  

Looking for a simple but meaningful craft with mason jars? This DIY Wish Jar is the perfect blend of creativity, mindfulness, and magic — whether you're crafting with kids, planning a fantasy-themed party, or just want to make something beautiful and heartfelt.

With just a mason jar, some printable wish slips, ribbon, and a sprinkle of imagination, you can create a keepsake that holds dreams, goals, and magical moments.

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What You’ll Need

• 1 clean mason jar (any size)
• Printable wish slips (or cut your own paper strips)
• A bowl of tiny charms (stars, hearts, moons, etc.)
• Thin ribbons (about 8 inches long)
• Pens or pencils
• Optional: fairy lights, washi tape, glitter for decoration

Check out some of our favorite finds for making your dream jar extra magical!

How to Make a Wish Jar

1. Decorate the Jar - Tie ribbon around the lid, add glitter, wrap with washi tape, or add fairy lights inside the jar to give it a magical sparkle.
2. Get Your Wish Slips - Download, print, and cut out your wish slips from our free printable. Or, cut your own slips from whimsical stationery.
3. Set up your supplies - Place your wish slips, ribbons, and a small glass bowl filled with charms on a special wish table. This could be a night stand, end table, or desk.
4. Write a Wish - Quietly think of a hope or dream, and write it on the slip.
5. Focus & Tie It Up
   • Select a charm from the bowl
   • Close your eyes and focus on your wish
   • Slide the charm onto a ribbon
   • Roll up the wish slip
   • Tie the ribbon around it in a bow, securing the charm to your wish
6. Drop it in the Jar - Your magical wish is sealed!

Bonus: Make a Wish Bracelet

Once your wish jar is full, open it and string the charms together to create a bracelet or necklace — a beautiful reminder of the dreams you’ve collected.

This turns your simple craft with mason jars into a keepsake you can wear!

This Magical DIY Project is Perfect For:

• Homeschool art or journaling prompts
• Birthday or slumber party stations
• Mindfulness & gratitude activities
• Fairy- or unicorn-themed events
• Magical memories with your little ones

Don't Forget Your Printable

To make your project extra easy and enchanting, don't forget to download our free magical fairy-themed set of: Wish slips, charm bracelet card, and wish jar tag

Final Thoughts

This easy craft with mason jars adds creativity, reflection, and just a touch of whimsy to any day. Whether you use it to celebrate the new year, calm a busy afternoon, or mark a special milestone, your Wish Jar will grow into something truly meaningful.

Tag #abugandabean if you make one — we’d love to see your magical creations!