Simons Maison
Small Spices Jar
This small ceramic spice jar is designed for storing spices and condiments on a countertop. It features a removable domed lid with a loop handle for easy filling, and is made of glossy, dishwasher- and microwave-safe ceramic. The jar measures 2 x 2 x 2.25 inches (5 x 5 x 5.5 cm) and is a Simons Maison exclusive designed in Canada.
- Material
- Shiny ceramic
- Category
- Home & Garden > Kitchen & Dining > Food Storage > Food Storage Containers
Size
Specifications
A small ceramic jar for storing spices and condiments, with a lift-off lid, dishwasher and microwave safe.
Easy to fill, simply lift the lid. Shiny ceramic. Dishwasher and microwave safe.
- Material
- Shiny ceramic
- Gender
- unisex
- Age Group
- adult
- Condition
- new
- Dimensions
- 2 x 2 x 2.25 in
- Category
- Home & Garden > Kitchen & Dining > Food Storage > Food Storage Containers
Additional Attributes
- dishwasher safe
- microwave safe
- shiny ceramic
Product Insights
Simons Maison's Small Spices Jar is a $15 high-gloss ceramic container designed for whole spices, offering light-blocking protection and flavor purity through its non-porous, lead-free glaze, but its small 3 fl oz capacity and lift-off lid that lacks an airtight seal—the rubber gasket detaches with fine salt—make it best as a curated display piece rather than a daily workhorse, especially since ground spices lose potency quickly and the jar requires gentle hand washing despite being dishwasher safe.
Verified claims
- Capacity
- 2x2x2.25-inch jar holds about 3 fl oz.
- Value
- At $15, the jar's value is in its design, not cost per volume.
- Use
- Best suited to whole spices and coarse crystals; ground star anise tastes flat within 4–6 weeks while whole pods last for months.
- Air tightness
- Lid is not airtight, making it best for short-term countertop storage; buyers report the rubber seal detaches when using salt.
- Convenience
- Lift-off lid provides easy access for filling and scooping spices on the counter.
- Microwave safe
- Microwave safe; the lift-off lid is not airtight, so steam can escape.
- Set styling
- All three pastels together form a curated gradient display echoing vintage Pyrex.
- Gloss finish
- High-gloss ceramic finish gives the pastel colors a reflective shine.
- Color
- Actual shades may vary from product images; in-person viewing recommended for palette matching.
- Light protection
- Opaque ceramic body blocks all light, preserving volatile aromas.
- Flavor purity
- Inert, non-porous glaze resists oil absorption, helping prevent flavor carry-over.
- Care
- Dishwasher safe for deep cleaning; microwave safe for warming.
- Glaze
- Ceramic with a non-porous glaze that resists stains and thermal cycling.
- Cleaning
- Hand wash with soft cloth; avoid abrasive pads and frequent dishwasher use.
- Handling
- Use felt when stacking and short microwave bursts to avoid scratches and thermal shock.
- Gift appeal
- A buyer reports giving the jars as salt and pepper gifts that were very well received.
- Gift considerations
- Buyers note small size, lid seal problems with salt, and only three colors.
- Design exclusivity
- Simons Maison exclusive designed in Canada; regular price is $15.
- Styling & gifting
- Three pastel colors coordinate for set building; commonly gifted.
- Daily function tradeoffs
- Opaque ceramic preserves freshness, but buyers report the rubber seal detaches during use, especially with salt.
- Lid
- The lid is a simple lift-off style without a shaker/pour insert; it lacks an airtight seal, and buyers report the rubber seal detaches with salt.
- Food safety
- Glaze is inert; as a Canadian-sold food-contact ceramic it is expected to meet food-safe and lead-free regulatory requirements, though no separate certification is listed.
- Dishwasher & microwave safety
- The glaze is dishwasher and microwave safe, indicating no metallic components and resistance to thermal cracking.
- Capacity
- The jar holds roughly 3 fl oz (85–95 mL), about 17–20 teaspoons, enough to fit a standard 1.9 oz supermarket spice bottle with a little headroom.
- Lid material
- The lid is ceramic, matching the jar body and its shiny ceramic finish.
Product record
- Title
- Small Spices Jar
- Brand
- Simons Maison
- Price
- 15 CAD
- Availability
- In stock
Buying Guide
1 comparison · 4 sourcesUses
Keeping small amounts of spices within reach on the counter
This small ceramic jar with a removable domed lid is meant to keep spices and condiments handy on the counter, and it fills easily by lifting the lid. It is very small — reportedly holding only a few tablespoons — so it suits keeping a modest portion of a favorite spice or condiment at hand rather than bulk storage, which some buyers found disappointing for everyday quantities.[1]
A small salt-and-pepper gift for food enthusiasts
These jars were chosen by a purchaser as a salt-and-pepper gift for someone who loves food, and they report the gift brought joy. Buyers pick them up specifically as small presents, with recipient delight reported in that review.[1]
Decorative spice display on open shelving
Fill these small, cute jars with a curated selection of spices and line them up on open shelving, where they work as both functional storage and decor. Customers who use them this way report loving the adorable look, though some note there are only three styles available and wish there were more options for building a coordinated set.[1]
Pouring fine condiments like salt
This small jar is meant for pouring fine condiments such as salt and other fine powders. However, based on reported customer experiences, the rubber seal on the lid tends to detach during pouring, which can create a mess and reduce the jar's functionality for this use.[1]
Product comparison
Compared within this brand.
| Small Spices Jar: Choose this if you want a small, charming ceramic jar (2 by 2 by 2.25 inches) to keep spices and condiments within reach on the counter, to display a curated spice collection on open shelving, or to give as a small gift for food enthusiasts, with dishwasher- and microwave-safe care and Green, Baby Blue, or Corn/Vanilla Yellow color options. Buyers report the adorable design works well for decorative, compact spice storage. Note that it barely holds a few tablespoons, so it is unsuitable for bulk spice storage, and some customers report the lid's rubber seal can detach when pouring fine powders like salt, creating a mess.[1] | Grooved Glass And Wood Small Storage Jar: Choose this if you want a small decorative countertop jar: reviewers use it for a day's worth of tea bags or coffee pods, bath salts, or pet treats, and its grooved glass with an acacia wood lid is often kept on display rather than hidden away. It measures 4 by 4 by 4.25 inches (about a cup of dry goods) and seals securely with a silicone-gasket lid, but it is not suited to bulk staples like flour or sugar. Hand wash only, and note that the wood lid's stain can vary between jars and its finish may lift with mild soap, so some owners re-oil or restain it.[2,3] | Grooved Glass And Wood Storage Jar: Choose this if you want a chic, decorative jar for open shelving or a coffee station, with clear borosilicate glass, vertical grooves, and a warm acacia wood lid with an easy-grab handle. Reviewers report the airtight silicone seal keeps dry staples like rice, nuts, and pasta fresh, and the clear glass lets you identify contents quickly. Note the glass walls are very thin—several owners restrict it to display over daily handling—so measure carefully since it runs smaller than it looks at 4 by 4 by 6.25 inches (10 by 10 by 16 cm), and it is hand wash only.[4] |
Image Analysis
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Product
A small square ceramic spice jar with a removable blue lid, cream-colored decorated body showing botanical motifs and the word 'POIVRE' on the front.
- Overall shapeSquare-based jar with rounded vertical corners and a slightly recessed top edge where the lid sits; jar is shown upright on its base.
1 region
x 0.27 · y 0.38 · w 0.46 · h 0.44 (high) - Lid geometryRemovable domed lid with an integrated loop handle at the center; lid has a smoothed rectangular outline that follows the jar's top footprint.
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x 0.31 · y 0.28 · w 0.38 · h 0.18 (high) - Material and finishGlazed ceramic surface with a glossy finish visible on both lid and body, showing specular highlights on the lid.
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x 0.31 · y 0.28 · w 0.38 · h 0.54 (high) - Front printed text“POIVRE”
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x 0.44 · y 0.43 · w 0.18 · h 0.10 (high) - Decorative motifGreen leafy wreath and central botanical sprig with several red elongated chili- or pepper-shaped fruits and small pale flowers printed on the front face.
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x 0.42 · y 0.50 · w 0.22 · h 0.28 (high) - Side motifMatching botanical wreath and foliage decoration visible on the left side face of the jar.
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x 0.20 · y 0.48 · w 0.14 · h 0.26 (medium) - Base edgeThin darker rim at the jar base visible where the body meets the surface.
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x 0.27 · y 0.70 · w 0.46 · h 0.08 (medium)
Other
Jar placed on a warm wooden surface with scattered whole peppercorns; shallow depth of field with a vertically ridged, blurred background and directional warm lighting from the left.
- Surface and propsWood tabletop surface with scattered whole peppercorns in front of and around the jar.
1 region
x 0.10 · y 0.66 · w 0.80 · h 0.30 (high) - Shot compositionThree-quarter front view of the jar, centered lower in the frame with space above; camera angle slightly above jar top.
- BackgroundOut-of-focus vertical ridged paneling or textured backdrop with neutral warm tones.
1 region
x 0.00 · y 0.00 · w 1.00 · h 0.40 (medium) - Lighting and shadowWarm directional light from left creating a soft shadow to the right and behind the jar and highlights on the lid.
Colors
cream· body#F9F1E9deep cobalt blue· lid#424C7Bleaf green· foliage print#8A5A35tomato red· fruit/pepper printblack· front text#141C43- Overall shapeSquare-based jar with rounded vertical corners and a slightly recessed top edge where the lid sits; jar is shown upright on its base.
Customer Reviews
5 total5 reviews · out of 5
Joli cadeau
Achat de pots pour sel + poivre qui ont fait bien plaisir.
Trop petit
Je suis déçue le format est beaucoup trop petit, rentre pas grand chose
Joli mais très petit
Le petit scellant en caoutchouc se détache régulièrement du couvercle lors qu’on utilise le sel.
So cute
Absolutely love these jars, so adorable. Wish they had more than just these 3
Small spices jar
Love these small spice jars!