Are you planning a kid’s party and looking for the perfect favor to give your guests? Instead of buying something generic, why not try making mini candy jars as DIY party favors! They’re cute, easy to make, and budget-friendly. With just a few simple steps and minimal materials, you can make the most adorable Kid’s Party DIY Mini Candy Jar Party Favors that your little ones—and their guests—are sure to love. Not only are these charming jars full of tasty treats, but they also serve as delightful keepsakes for kids (and moms!) to take home and enjoy long after the celebration has ended. Read on for theme inspiration, and then be sure to visit our step-by-step guide on how to create these fun and budget-friendly favors!
P.S. For step-by-step instructions on how to make these, click HERE. Also, I have gotten most of my mini candy jar party favor supplies at Dollar Tree, but you can find some alternative supplies for these in my Amazon Shop!
Ideas for Kid’s Party DIY Mini Candy Jar Party Favors
Toy Story Woody Western Favors
These adorable cowboy hat, bandana, and sheriff’s badge favors are perfect for a Toy Story or Western-themed kid’s party! Woody would definitely approve.
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Cars Lightning McQueen Favors
For another Pixar-themed party favor, check out these Cars mini candy jars! The checkered-flag ribbon really ties it all together.
@fernandmaplepartystyle DIY birthday party favor for s Disney CARS birthday party theme! Full tutorial here @fernandmaplepartystyle check out this Toy Story version here @fernandmaplepartystyle #diydollartree #diypartyplanning #diypartyfavors #dollartreediy #partyfavorideas #candyfavors #birthdayfavorsforkids #disneyfavors #disneytok #disneycars #carsbirthdaytheme
Despicable Me Minion Favors
For these Minion favors, I used mini figurines and small stuffed minions. Of course, I had to use banana candy inside!
@fernandmaplepartystyle Replying to @morganjohnson625 DIY Minion Favors with Dollar 🌳 supplies! Grab the 2-pack of mini candy jars and paint the lids minion overall blue! 👀Add a minion eye using a google eye 👀and ribbon. Fill with candy bananas 🍌🍌and then use a strong glue dot or lightweight glue to add a minion on top. This can be removed easily later. 2 minion favors in 1! 🍌🍌 #diydollartree #dollartreediy #diydollartreefavor #dollartreefavors #minionfavor #diyminionfavors #bananas #minionbanana #minionpartyideas #minionpartytheme #minionparty ♬ Universal Fanfare – The Minions
Barbie Birthday Favors
Mini Barbie figurines and accessories were the perfect additions to these birthday party favors. In keeping with the pink Barbie theme, I filled them with pearlescent pink jellybeans!
@fernandmaplepartystyle Affordable DIY Barbie favor 🎀 using Dollar 🌳 supplies. Grab mini candy jars to make this Barbie party favor. Paint the lid pink and glue on a Barbie, there are lots of different Barbies to choose from! Next add ribbon & a mini Barbie bag…there are lots of options of ribbon to match your theme or aesthetic! Go all pink, add a large bow! 🎀 let me see what you do! I’d love to see! 🎀 questions encouraged! SAVE for your next party & FOLLOW along for more favor ideas. #diydollartree #dollartreediy #diyfavors #diypartydecor #barbieparty #barbiepartydecor #barbiepartyideas #barbiefavors #dollartreefavors #barbietheme #barbiemovie
Safari Party Favors
Rather than using regular ribbon for these safari favors, I used green leaf ribbon for more of a jungle vibe!
@fernandmaplepartystyle Replying to @cutein98 these affordable DIY Safari party favors can be personalized to your childs favorite animal or your party colors by changing the candy or gold accents. The animals come in a pack at Dollar 🌳 just like the containers which are packs of 2 at Dollar 🌳 which makes these affordable! #diypartyfavors #diysafaripartyfavors #diykidspartyfavors #diydollartree #dollartreediy #dollartreekidsparty #partyfavorideas #dollartreefavors
Harry Potter Party Favors
Since these Harry Potter favors were for teens, I used larger candy jars filled with candy in the House colors. Check them out in my Harry Potter Birthday Party and 2 Ways to Set Up a Harry Potter Favor or Treat Station posts!
@fernandmaplepartystyle DIY birthday party favor or candy jars for Harry Potter birthday party theme! Candy dessert bar jars inspired by Hogwarts houses! #harrypottertheme #harrypotterfavors #harrypottertreats #harrypotterthemeparty #diydollartree #dollartreediy #diypartydecor #diypartyfavors #diypartyfavor #desserttabledecor #desserttableideas #diydesserttables #hufflepuffpride #hufflepuffaesthetic #hufflepuffpartyfavors #hufflepuffcandy #hogwartsismyhome
@fernandmaplepartystyle Easy Harry Potter DIY. Lets make candy jars for all the Hogwarts houses. Up first Slytherin House. 🐍 paint lid gold 🐍paint snake gold & glue to lid 🐍fill with green candy 🐍add Slytherin house crest sticker #partythemeideas #desserttabledecor #desserttabletreats #harrypottertheme #harrypotterparty #slytherinfavors #hogwartsfavors #harrypotterpotterfavors #slytherincandyjar #harrypotterdesserttable
Don’t forget to check out my Amazon Shop for the supplies you need to make them, and be sure not to miss my other posts with more favor ideas!
- DIY Mini Candy Jar Party Favors for Holidays and Special Occasions
- DIY Mini Candy Jar Party Favors for Baby Showers
Happy Creating!
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I always love your DIYs Natalie! Harry Potter and Toy Story party favors are my favorite!