Homemade Gift Basket Ideas » Gift Basket Ideas http://homemadegiftbasketideasonline.com Thu, 28 Apr 2011 14:46:37 +0000 en hourly 1 http://wordpress.org/?v=3.1.3 Valentines Gift Baskets You Can Create On Your Own http://homemadegiftbasketideasonline.com/valentines-gift-baskets/ http://homemadegiftbasketideasonline.com/valentines-gift-baskets/#comments Thu, 13 Jan 2011 22:03:30 +0000 joanne http://homemadegiftbasketideasonline.com/?p=102
If you’re reading this, you must be gathering ideas for Valentines gift baskets for a special someone. Maybe you’d like to show your spouse, child or parent just how special they are with a personalized gift. Here are some ideas just in time for Valentine’s Day. All the products you need to create your own special gift basket, can be purchased at the end of this post.

First start with a wicker basket. You can find gift basket supplies at most craft stores and you may even have luck finding a like-new basket at a second hand shop for very little money. Spray paint the basket red or pink for an extra special touch. Check your paint supply before you purchase a new can, because you won’t need much.

Use some material, a cloth napkin or a handkerchief to line the bottom. Try to have one large enough to hang over the sides. If you’re using a solid color, try white – it will look nice with the red.

Now for the fillings! If it’s for your spouse, girlfriend or boyfriend, you’ll want something romantic, but also items that are personal for their likes and hobbies.  

If they enjoy movies, buy a romantic comedy on DVD. If they like reading, a book of love poems might be nice. You don’t want to buy a bulky hardcover book for your basket – instead choose a small, soft cover one.

A cute little stuffed animal is a great filling for this gift basket. Even if your giving the basket to your husband or boyfriend – nobody can resist a soft, furry stuffed animal.

A Valentine gift basket would never be complete with out some form of chocolate. Check below for vegan and sugar-free versions!

Scented lotions and body sprays would be perfect in a basket for your wife, mother or girlfriend.

Little Valentine trinkets and toys can add a fun and whimsical feeling to your basket so don’t overlook these.

Another cute idea is to collect as many of the following snacks as the person likes. Create tags with the messages and tie them around the candy with red ribbon.
Jolly Rancher – for all the times you’ve made me laugh
Sweet Escapes – for the special times we spend alone
Hugs & Kisses – yours are simply the best!
Popcorn – because you keep popping in to my thoughts
Almond joy – for the joy I feel when we are together
Pack of Gum – I “chews” you for my Valentine
Candy corn – this may be “corny” but be my valentine
Hershey’s Kiss – A “Kiss” for you, if you’ll be mine.
Bubble gum – Don’t “Burst” my bubble, be my Valentine

People love receiving homemade gift baskets (I know I do!) because I know someone made it just for me and that thought and love went into it. :) Happy Valentine’s Day!!
 
 

Start with this 8-1/4x11x14in basket!
Price: $8.59
10th anniversary edition DVD
Price: $4.38

Remastered Deluxe Edition DVD 

Price: $8.99

This paperback is filled with sensual, earthy love poems. 

Price: $6.09

Great for anyone’s gift basket! 

Price: $7.95

So cute! Perfect for your girlfriend or daughter. 

Price: $4.98
This premium shiny red tin is filled with an assortment of 15 individually wrapped Ghirardelli Squares™ Chocolates. , 7.19 oz.
Price: $12.00
This is the perfect little package of Chocolate Covered Oreos for your sweetie! Four of our most delicious Milk Chocolate Covered Oreo cookies all dressed up for Valentine’s Day, with a Cinnamon Heart and Pretty Red Ribbon. Oreos come in a elegant box.
Price: $5.50
Low glycemic, dairy free, vegan, raw premium solid chocolate. 1.4 Ounce Bar (Pack of 3)
Price: $15.80

Yummy!! 8 oz. bag 

Price: $8.99

]]> http://homemadegiftbasketideasonline.com/valentines-gift-baskets/feed/ 1 Homemade Gift Basket Ideas: College Graduation http://homemadegiftbasketideasonline.com/homemade-gift-basket-ideas-college-graduation/ http://homemadegiftbasketideasonline.com/homemade-gift-basket-ideas-college-graduation/#comments Sun, 27 Dec 2009 04:21:34 +0000 joanne http://homemadegiftbasketideasonline.com/?p=166 Are you looking for homemade gift basket ideas for someone special that is graduating from college? Consider the student for whom you are preparing the gift basket. What was his/her major? Does he/she have plans for after college–job lined up, travels, military service, etc? What activities did the student enjoy during school?

The graduation gift basket should reflect the student’s interests, accomplishments, and goals. Consider giving something that helps in the future career. For example, if the student graduated with a graphic design major, consider purchasing software or subscription services that will help to create his/her portfolio.

If it was a major in education or someone who plans to become a teacher, organizational gifts such as a professional-looking daily planner, or classroom supplies, is a welcome gift. If the person graduating chooses to see the world before entering the workforce, include high quality guidebooks such as Lonely Planer or Frommers, traveler’s checks or prepaid gift cards, or luggage accessories.

Many young adults would enjoy receiving music, such as a custom-made mix CD with some of the hits from the past several years or songs that got a lot of playtime in their dorms, fraternity/sorority houses, or student activity groups. People who majored in technical fields such as engineering or physical sciences (physics, chemistry, mathematics) may prefer “practical” gifts that serve some direct purpose, while those in the social sciences or liberal arts and fine arts may prefer more sentimental, personalized gifts such as a hand-made card or scrapbook of the college years.

Students who went to school far from where they grew up, or who will be moving away upon graduation, would enjoy photos, newspaper clippings, or other unique memoirs from their home to take with them. Gifts that tastefully and professionally allow the person graduating to display their school spirit in the working world are generally cherished for years.

The most important thing to keep in mind is that while everyone is an individual, college graduation is an important milestone that students will cherish, and thoughtful recognition of their hard work will be sincerely appreciated.

]]> http://homemadegiftbasketideasonline.com/homemade-gift-basket-ideas-college-graduation/feed/ 0 Homemade Gift Basket Ideas: House Warming Gift Basket http://homemadegiftbasketideasonline.com/homemade-gift-basket-ideas-house-warming-gift-basket/ http://homemadegiftbasketideasonline.com/homemade-gift-basket-ideas-house-warming-gift-basket/#comments Sun, 27 Dec 2009 04:11:32 +0000 joanne http://homemadegiftbasketideasonline.com/?p=165 Creating a housewarming gift basket is an easy to make, fun and kind gesture that is sure to win the heart of your friends and family, new neighbors, or your clients. This is often the best solution when you can not choose one particular gift item and have a few good homemade gift basket ideas. These gift baskets often include products that are celebratory and practical. Housewarming gift baskets can be given by real estate agents as closing gifts and thank you gifts for clients, this lets them know you appreciate their business and are excited for them and their future in their new surroundings.

The best housewarming gift baskets come complete with things like: baking sheets, recipe books, gourmet foods, snacks, cookies and candies, different coffee flavors, coffee mugs, scented candles, sewing or mending kits, bath salts, shower gels, lotions, perfumes and colognes picture frames, address books, champagne, wines, maps, phone books, cooking and cleaning supplies, bill organizers, gift cards to local establishments and much more.

It is always a good idea to try and select a gift that compliments the recipient’s interests: what they like, what their hobbies are. If they love gardening; you may want to fill their basket with seed packets for beautiful flowers and plants. However, no matter how you fill the basket, the recipient will appreciate the fact that you thought of them.

]]> http://homemadegiftbasketideasonline.com/homemade-gift-basket-ideas-house-warming-gift-basket/feed/ 0 Homemade Gift Basket Ideas: Wedding Anniversary http://homemadegiftbasketideasonline.com/homemade-gift-basket-ideas-wedding-anniversary/ http://homemadegiftbasketideasonline.com/homemade-gift-basket-ideas-wedding-anniversary/#comments Sat, 26 Dec 2009 14:55:07 +0000 joanne http://homemadegiftbasketideasonline.com/?p=157 A wedding anniversary is always a very special day in a person’s life. It is the time for them to relive the magic of the day when they vowed to be together for the rest of their lives. It is also the time to reassure each other about their undying love and continued bliss. While choosing a wedding anniversary gift basket, one has to be truly creative and choose with care and affection. After all, wedding gift baskets are meant for the ones whom we truly love and the person could be your husband, your wife, your close relative or a very dear friend who means a lot to you. Here are some homemade gift basket ideas for w wedding anniversary.

The gift basket should be unique, display your taste, your personality as also the liking and preference of the recipient of the gift. Every wedding anniversary is special and since the gift is going to epitomize your affection for the person, it will look special no matter what you choose to put in it. Yet, remember to take into account such items which are passionately liked by the person.

If he is a voracious reader, give him his favorite paperbacks tied neatly along with some flowers and chocolates. If the person is a foodie and health conscious, remember to include gourmet cookies and recipe books. If the occasion is 25th anniversary, go for a cane basket and have it painted in silver to signify the event. Include enough satin ribbons wherever possible. For the fashion conscious one, you may include a number of cosmetics along with flowers and chocolates or home made cookies. There are varieties of baskets available these days with imaginative shapes and sizes.

No matter what you give, do not forget to add some flowers and candles or cookies for better effect. If they are fond of delicate bone china or crystal wares, you could gift them beautiful coffee or tea mugs along with respective sachets or latest brands, along with flowers and candles. Put anything in the basket, but remember to make it attractive and let it denote you feelings for the person.

]]> http://homemadegiftbasketideasonline.com/homemade-gift-basket-ideas-wedding-anniversary/feed/ 0 Homemade Gift Basket Ideas: Get Well For A Child http://homemadegiftbasketideasonline.com/homemade-gift-basket-ideas-get-well-for-a-child/ http://homemadegiftbasketideasonline.com/homemade-gift-basket-ideas-get-well-for-a-child/#comments Sat, 26 Dec 2009 14:40:06 +0000 joanne http://homemadegiftbasketideasonline.com/?p=156 If you’re looking for get well homemade gift basket ideas for a child, here are some ideas for a sports related one. Normally children look for candy and treats when they receive a gift basket. Unfortunately, these treats aren’t necessarily the best gifts to give to children, due to the high sugar and fat content. The following is how I would prepare a gift sports basket. The total cost of the gift basket will be approximately $100.00. First, you’ll need to find the largest gift basket possible. Go to your local craft store, such as A.C. Moore, and look for a large wicker basket, the size of a laundry basket. This should cost about $20.00. Also make certain you pick up crepe paper and bows, preferably blue, white or red. This should cost around $5. Then head over to a local sporting goods store. Talk to the parents ahead of time, and find out which sporting team he likes. Then I would purchase a baseball hat and a T-Shirt from the team he likes. Total cost would be around $25.00. I also would get his favorite sports ball, a basketball, football, soccer ball, or baseball. One of these items would cost between $8-$25. Then head over to a drug store, or sports memorabilia shop. At these establishments, one can buy sporting cards, such baseball or football trading cards. These card packs will the child something to open, as part of the gift basket. Each of these packs of cards will cost between $1.50 and $2.00. Also these stores are great places to get sporting books and magazines. This will give the child something to read while they are getting better. Thoughtful gifts that are put together with the child in mind will be greatly received. Assemble the gift basket with the above items. Have the largest item in the middle, which would be the ball, and hat. Put the trading cards around these items. Lay the team shirt at the base of the gift basket. The last touch will be adding the crepe paper and bow.

]]> http://homemadegiftbasketideasonline.com/homemade-gift-basket-ideas-get-well-for-a-child/feed/ 0 How to Make a Fabulous Gift Basket for Any Occasion http://homemadegiftbasketideasonline.com/how-to-make-a-fabulous-gift-basket-for-any-occasion/ http://homemadegiftbasketideasonline.com/how-to-make-a-fabulous-gift-basket-for-any-occasion/#comments Mon, 21 Dec 2009 21:13:50 +0000 joanne http://homemadegiftbasketideasonline.com/?p=139 The Perfect Basket: How to Make a Fabulous Gift Basket for Any Occasion

This stylish and user-friendly guide offers baskets for every occasion, with options to fit anyone’s budget. Gorgeous four-color photographs offer inspiration and guidelines on choosing the proper container, selecting the right-sized items, and decorating the finished basket make this an easy and fun gift idea that anyone can embrace. Ideas range from “Off to College,” “Baby’s Here,” “Welcome to the Neighborhood,” “Book Lover’s,” “Martini Basket,” and many, many more. A special section of food-themed baskets with homemade mixes for cookies or bread or seasonings will appeal especially to those who like to do kitchen crafts. In short, The Perfect Basket gives both seasoned and novice gift-givers everything you need to create spectacular thematic gifts for everyone on your list!

About the Author
Diane Phillips is the author of several cookbooks, including The Soup Mix Gourmet and The Perfect (more…)

]]> http://homemadegiftbasketideasonline.com/how-to-make-a-fabulous-gift-basket-for-any-occasion/feed/ 0 Homemade Gift Basket Ideas For Halloween http://homemadegiftbasketideasonline.com/homemade-gift-basket-ideas-for-halloween/ http://homemadegiftbasketideasonline.com/homemade-gift-basket-ideas-for-halloween/#comments Sun, 26 Oct 2008 14:05:24 +0000 joanne http://homemadegiftbasketideasonline.com/?p=51 Is there someone you know who you’d like to give a gift to this Halloween? Maybe a neighbor, your child or a scout troop leader? Here are some easy homemade gift basket ideas for creating a great personalized Halloween gift this year.

Start with a wicker basket. Check your paint supply and see if you have any orange or black spray paint. If not a quick run to the local home decor or paint store is in order. Buy a color it to match Halloween, which basically is orange or black. That little extra touch will go a long way!

Also, instead of a basket, you can also use one of those plastic orange pumpkins that children use for trick or treating. They even come with a handle already attached.

Line the bottom with some shredded orange or black paper. Use the opposite color if the container so it stands out. You can also use tissue paper or a Halloween napkin.

Spend a little time in your local discount store and pick up some Halloween or Fall theme accessories such as pens, pencils, erasers, notepads, key chains, mouse pads, earrings, pins and mugs to name just a few. Think about the person you’re giving it to and what they will use.

Check out your nearest bakery, or the bakery section of your supermarket for baked goods. If you have an bakery outlet near you, all the better! Look for pumpkin flavored muffins, cookies or any other baked goods that they might have.

Last, but definitely not least…CANDY!! What’s Halloween without some yummy candy! Pick up some traditional favorites like candy corn and chocolate shaped ghosts. There is so much of a variety in Halloween candy, it would be hard for you not to find something. Don’t forget to get some non-traditional Hallowen candy if you know the recipient likes it. Maybe they like a certain brand of candy bar or a particular flavor of gum. By all means, include some in their basket!

Halloween is a fun time of the year! Your gift should be fun also! :)

]]> http://homemadegiftbasketideasonline.com/homemade-gift-basket-ideas-for-halloween/feed/ 1 Homemade Gift Basket For Back To School http://homemadegiftbasketideasonline.com/homemade-gift-basket-for-back-to-school/ http://homemadegiftbasketideasonline.com/homemade-gift-basket-for-back-to-school/#comments Sun, 10 Aug 2008 14:33:41 +0000 joanne http://homemadegiftbasketideasonline.com/?p=24 Do you have a little one starting school this year? How about one starting college ? Or maybe you just want to give your children their back to school supplies a little more extra special this year. Why not make a back-to-school, personalized gift basket? There are many homemade gift basket ideas that you can easily come up with.

Start with a basket…or you can also use a waste paper pail, which can later be used in their bedroom or dorm room. Look for waste paper pails that are related to what they’re interested in or go with the decor of their bedroom. Start by lining it with colorful, shredded paper.

Here’s some ideas on items to fill your Back To School Homemade Gift Basket.

Regular and colored pencils
One of those fun, over sized pencils
regular and colored pens
colorful ruler
various sized notebooks
a pencil holder
a book light
a phone card
a gift card for a local book store
fun, chunky erasers
various colored markers
a cool mouse pad
a stapler
variety pack of printer paper

There’s a lot more items you can add, especially when you think of their actual needs (take a look at their school supply list). If your son or daughter is entering college, you can include some of the following items as well.

cup a soups
candy assortment
first aid kit
munchies and snacks
stress relief toys
coffee mug
disposable camera
photos from home

Make one today! Your kids will love them! :)

This post was submitted to the All About Parenting Blog Carnival.

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New Mom/Dad Gift Basket: print out coupons for free babysitting, gift certificate to their favorite restaurant, CD of relaxing music, photo album, journal or newborn baby clothes.
Mothers/Fathers Day Gift Basket: gift certificate for a foot massage, new slippers, a poem you wrote
New Grandparent Gift Basket: photo album, journal, disposable camera
Sympathy Gift Basket: home cooked foods, ceramic angel, journal, fruit
Get Well Gift Basket: puzzle books, pencils, magazines, tissues, soup
Engagement Gift Basket: heart shaped items, champagne and glasses
Boss’s Day Gift Basket: newspaper, favorite coffee, lottery ticket
Bachelor(ette) Party Gift Basket: adult toys, gift certificate to favorite restaurant
New Job Gift Basket: framed picture of family, gift certificates for lunch near job
Birthday Gift Basket: print out of events from the day they were born, items with their birthstone
Wedding Gift Basket: champagne and glasses, spa gift certificates, adult toys, massage oils
Thank You Gift Basket: gift certificate to their favorite store, favorite cookies or candy

If you’d rather purchase a gift basket, please click the banner below to view a wide variety of pre-made gift baskets for all occasions.

Apology Gift Basket: gift certificates to their favorite restaurant, flowers
Bon Voyage Gift Basket: journal, binoculars, photo album
Secretary’s Day Gift Basket: gift certificate for a massage, candy, lottery tickets
Grandparent’s Day Gift Basket: journal, photo album
Divorce Gift Basket: gift cards for a dating service, new address labels, comedy CD’s and movies
Retirement Gift Basket: photo album, journal, lottery tickets
Hangover Gift Basket: aspirin, ice packs, crackers
Congratulations Gift Basket: confetti, champagne and glasses, lottery tickets
House Warming Gift Basket: pot holders, kitchen towels, small kitchen items

]]> http://homemadegiftbasketideasonline.com/homemade-gift-basket-ideas-for-any-occasion/feed/ 2 Containers To Use For Gift Baskets http://homemadegiftbasketideasonline.com/containers-to-use-for-gift-basket/ http://homemadegiftbasketideasonline.com/containers-to-use-for-gift-basket/#comments Sun, 18 May 2008 16:14:50 +0000 joanne http://homemadegiftbasketideasonline.com/?p=14 While baskets are great, sometimes a different type of container works better with the theme you’ve chosen for your homemade gift basket. Here’s a list of other items you can use instead.

Waste paper basket
Cooking pots
Colander
Picnic Basket
Hat
Wagon
Bucket
Lunch box
Large mug
Flower pot
Salad bowl
Ice cooler
Laundry basket
Tackle box
Tool box
Goldfish bowl
Pet food dish
Watering can

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