How to Create a Beautiful Christmas Gift Box With Handmade Pieces

There’s something so special about opening a gift box that feels thoughtfully curated, beautifully presented, filled with handmade pieces, and designed to bring joy beyond Christmas Day. Creating a meaningful gift box doesn’t need to be complicated. With a few carefully chosen items, you can put together a present that feels elegant, personal, and incredibly memorable.

Here’s how to design a festive gift box using your favourite artisan pieces.

Start With a Statement Ornament

A handcrafted Christmas tree ornament makes the perfect centrepiece for any gift box. Our Jesmonite hanging ornaments, especially the ones designed to double as essential-oil diffusers, are a wonderful way to begin. They’re delicate, modern, and endlessly versatile, ideal for someone who appreciates a touch of quiet luxury in their festive décor.

Add a Signature Diffuser

Pairing an ornament with a scent piece instantly elevates the box. Consider adding one of the following:

Peony Stone Diffuser — romantic and elegant

Snowflake Diffuser — wintery and minimal
Both hold essential oils beautifully and create a gentle, long-lasting fragrance—perfect for winter cosiness.

Include a Matching Tray for a Complete Set

A tray ties everything together and makes the set feel more luxurious. Choose from:

Beaded Trays for a timeless festive look

Scallop Trays for a soft, elegant touch

These trays can be used as display bases for candles, décor, or the diffusers included in the gift box, creating a cohesive and stylish set the recipient can enjoy all year.

Pick a Complementary Scent

A small bottle of essential oil makes the gift feel complete. Seasonal favourites include fir, cinnamon, orange, winter spice, and frankincense. You can even match the scent to the ornament or diffuser chosen.

Layer and Present Beautifully

Use shredded paper, dried foliage, or ribbon to create soft layers in your gift box. Place the tray on the bottom, the ornament on top, and the diffuser at the centre. This not only protects the pieces but makes the unboxing feel luxurious.

Handmade pieces bring warmth and intention into gifting. A thoughtfully curated gift box filled with Jesmonite treasures, ornaments, diffusers, trays, and scent becomes more than a present. It becomes a sensory experience of beauty, craft, and festive charm.