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!!
 
 

White Wicker Basket Start with this 8-1/4x11x14in basket! Price: $8.59

Sleepless in Seattle 10th anniversary edition DVD Price: $4.38

Be My Valentine, Charlie Brown Remastered Deluxe Edition DVD  Price: $8.99

Love Poems This paperback is filled with sensual, earthy love poems.  Price: $6.09

Webkinz Valentine Love Monkey Great for anyone’s gift basket!  Price: $7.95

Valentine Hello Kitty Beanie Baby So cute! Perfect for your girlfriend or daughter.  Price: $4.98

Ghirardelli Chocolate Valentine’s Day This premium shiny red tin is filled with an assortment of 15 individually wrapped Ghirardelli Squares™ Chocolates. , 7.19 oz. Price: $12.00

Valentine’s Day Chocolate Covered Oreo Cookies 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

Vegan White Chocolate Bar Low glycemic, dairy free, vegan, raw premium solid chocolate. 1.4 Ounce Bar (Pack of 3) Price: $15.80

Sugar Free Double Dipped Macadamias Nuts Yummy!! 8 oz. bag  Price: $8.99

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