Gorgeous and Unique Gift Baskets

Who doesn’t like to receive a gift basket? Here are a number of different gift basket ideas. There’s sure to be one to cover every single person on your list and more.

Spa gift basket – Use small basin as basket. This can be used for a foot soak or storage as well. Inside put some tissue paper, then add a foot soak, body scrub, body wash, nail polish, nail file, loofah, sponge, bubble bath, bath salts, small towel or towels, eye mask, facial mask, candle, lotion, and body spray. Use any or all of these. Just make sure you get everything you can in coordinating colors. Add some decorative ribbon, and if you’d like you can wrap in cellophane tied with a bow.

Movie gift basket – Use large mixing bowl, or a popcorn bowl if you can find one. Inside put some tissue paper, then add a movie or two, popcorn, different types of candy and candy bars, drink mix, a couple of cups/glasses, popcorn seasoning, nuts, and cookies. Use any or all of these. Just make sure you get everything you can in coordinating colors. Add some decorative ribbon, and if you’d like you can wrap it in cellophane and tie it with a bow.

Cook’s gift basket – Start with a large mixing bowl. In it put some dish towels, baking utensils, dessert plates, cups/glasses, spices, seasonings, oven mitts, baking mixes, measuring spoons, a measuring cup, napkins, recipe box, recipe cards, a recipe or two printed on some pretty paper, and a dessert or food scented candle. Use any or all of these. Just make sure you get everything you can in coordinating colors. Add some decorative ribbon, and if you’d like you can wrap it in cellophane and tie it with a bow.

Fishermans gift basket – Put in tackle box or lunch box. Lure’s, hooks, sinkers, fisherman picture frame, fish seasoning or breading, fisher’s book, beef jerky, coffee, crackers, and polarized sunglasses. Use any or all of these. Just make sure you get everything you can in coordinating colors. Add some pinecones or other outdoor-looking decorations.

Hunters gift basket – Thermal socks, scent-killer spray, binoculars, knife, deer picture frame, hunting magazine or book, anything camo, granola bars, and deer, turkey, etc. calls (Depending on what season it is, and what they usually hunt for). Add any or all of these. Add some pinecones or other outdoor-looking decorations.

Dog gift basket – Put in basket or large dog dish. Bones, dog treats, ball, stuffed animals, squeaky toys, dog dishes, dog blanket, collar, leash, and brush. Add any or all of these. Just make sure you get everything in coordinating colors. Add some decorative ribbon, and if you’d like you can wrap it in cellophane and tie it with a bow.

Cat gift basket – Put in cat bed or basket. Catnip, treats, cat toys, toy mouses, food and water bowls, collar, and cat picture frame. Add any or all of these. Just make sure you get everything in coordinating colors. Add some decorative ribbon, and if you’d like you can wrap it in cellophane and tie it with a bow.

Baby gift basket – Put in diaper bag, baby bathtub, or basket. Add blanket, washcloths, hooded towels, rattles, stuffed animals, clothing, baby picture frame, teething toys, blocks, wipes, baby shampoo, baby hairbrush, rubber ducky, booties, and baby lotion. Add any or all of these. Just make sure you get everything in coordinating colors. Add some decorative ribbon, and if you’d like you can wrap it in cellophane and tie it with a bow.

Sporty teen boy gift basket – Gatorade mix, water bottle, stopwatch, ball (depending on what they play), nutrition bars, mp3 player with iTunes giftcard, sweatband, sporty socks, body spray, and homemade cookies in the shape of whatever sporty they play (example: football, soccer, baseball, glove). Add any or all of these. Just make sure you get everything in coordinating colors.

Gamer gift basket – Games (depending on what gaming system they have), drink mix, small snacks (candy, chips, cookies, crackers), and battery packs and chargers (only if you know what kind you need to get). Add any or all of these. Just make sure you get everything in coordinating colors.

Teen boy gift basket – Drink mix, water bottle, small snacks (candy, chips, cookies, crackers), mp3 player with iTunes giftcard, notebook, pens, cards, d.v.d’s, model cars, and cologne. Add any or all of these. Just make sure you get everything in coordinating colors.

Girly teen girl gift basket – Journal, gel pens, hair accessories, nail polish, perfume, flowers, eyeshadow, small stuffed animal, jewelry, pretty socks, candles, lotions, bubble bath, and mp3 player with iTunes giftcard. Add any or all of these. Just make sure you get everything in coordinating colors. Add some decorative ribbon, and if you’d like you can wrap it in cellophane and tie it with a bow.

Sporty teen girl – water bottle, Gatorade mix, stopwatch, socks, nutrition bars, ball (depending on what sport they play), mp3 player with iTunes giftcard, body spray, small back massager, and homemade cookies in the shape of whatever sport they play or like (example: footballs, basketballs, volleyballs)

Teen girl gift basket – mp3 player with iTunes giftcard, d.v.d’s, small snacks (cookies, candy, chips, crackers), drink mix inside cute glass/cup, watch, decorative mechanical pencils, book, chapstick, scarf. Add any or all of these. Just make sure you get everything in coordinating colors. Add some decorative ribbon, and if you’d like you can wrap it in cellophane and tie it with a bow.

Nail gift basket – Put inside small basket, or small cosmetic case. Nail clippers, nail polish, cotton balls, nail polish remover, nail stickers, nail file, toenail separators, and nail soak. Add any or all of these. Just make sure you get everything in coordinating colors. Add some decorative ribbon, and if you’d like you can wrap it in cellophane and tie it with a bow.

Construction worker gift basket – Put inside of cooler or gift basket. Gloves, various tools, duct tape (seriously), sturdy and comfortable socks, hat, small snacks (cookies, crackers, candy, chips, beef jerky), mini notebooks, pens, and handkerchiefs.

Toddler gift basket – Blanket, stuffed animals, blocks, shaky toys, sippy cups, hair bows (for girls), Gerber toddler snacks, sugar-free cookies, hooded towel, and clothes. Add any or all of these. Just make sure you get everything in coordinating colors. Add some decorative ribbon, and if you’d like you can wrap it in cellophane and tie it with a bow.

Gardener gift basket – Put in flower pot or basket. Gardening tools, gloves, sun hat, seeds, gardening book, and flowers. Add any or all of these. Just make sure you get everything in coordinating colors. Add some decorative ribbon, and if you’d like you can wrap it in cellophane and tie it with a bow.

Girl kid – Coloring books, art supplies, crayons, dolls, doll accessories and clothing, building things, candy or cookies, cartoon band-aids, stuffed animals, fuzzy socks, children books, and small purses. Add any or all of these. Just make sure you get everything in coordinating colors. Add some decorative ribbon, and if you’d like you can wrap it in cellophane and tie it with a bow.

Boy kid – Cars, trucks, blocks, coloring books, crayons, art supplies, candy or cookies, small ball, cartoon band-aids, planes, army men, toy animals, and children books. Add any or all of these. Just make sure you get everything in coordinating colors. Add some decorative ribbon, and if you’d like you can wrap it in cellophane and tie it with a bow.

Family gift basket – Some kind of drink, cups/glasses, board game or movie, napkins, popcorn, cookies, candy, and snack mix.

Sundae gift basket – Sundae bowls, spoons, syrups, sprinkles, maraschino cherries in a jar, ice-cream scoop, and other various toppings. Add any or all of these. Just make sure you get everything in coordinating colors. Add some decorative ribbon, and if you’d like you can wrap it in cellophane and tie it with a bow.

Homemaker gift basket – Candles, cookie cutters, hand towels, flowers, tea, teacups, small jar filled with mints or hard candy, and moisturizing lotion. Add any or all of these. Just make sure you get everything in coordinating colors. Add some decorative ribbon, and if you’d like you can wrap it in cellophane and tie it with a bow.

Fashionista gift basket – Put in purse or gift basket. Jewelry, scarves, sunglasses, shirts, fashion magazine, lipstick, and gloves.

New Mommy gift basket – Baby blanket, baby clothes, tea cup, tea, small sweets for Mom, a Mommy and baby picture frame, bracelet, scrapbook, lotion, relaxing bath salts, eye mask, fleece blanket, baby toys, and lotion. Add any or all of these. Just make sure you get everything in coordinating colors. Add some decorative ribbon, and if you’d like you can wrap it in cellophane and tie it with a bow.

Christmas basket for almost anyone – Bottle of wine/ sparkling juice or hot chocolate/coffee, crackers, candy canes, sausage, cheese, plate and two mugs or two wine glasses, ornaments, peppermints, mini Christmas decorations, and Christmas cookies. Add any or all of these. Just make sure you get everything in coordinating colors. Add some decorative ribbon, and if you’d like you can wrap it in cellophane and tie it with a bow.

S’mores gift basket – In a small basket put a bag of marshmallows, mini roasting sticks, candy canes, chocolate bars, graham crackers, and hot chocolate or coffee. Add any or all of these. Just make sure you get everything in coordinating colors. Add some decorative ribbon, and if you’d like you can wrap it in cellophane and tie it with a bow.

A+ student or school-lover gift basket – Put inside backpack or basket. Notebooks, paper, pens, pencils, erasers, post-it notes, planner, highlighters, small calculator, small snacks, coffee and coffee cup or tea and teacup, book, book light, and folders. Add any or all of these. Just make sure you get everything in coordinating colors. Add some decorative ribbon, and if you’d like you can wrap it in cellophane and tie it with a bow.

Bookworm gift basket – Book or books, book light, small snacks, coffee or tea, coffee or tea cup, small fleece blanket, warm socks, and bookmarks. Add any or all of these. Just make sure you get everything in coordinating colors. Add some decorative ribbon, and if you’d like you can wrap it in cellophane and tie it with a bow.

Vehicle/Automotive fan – Air fresheners, hanging dice, car cleaning supplies, car towels, tire cleaner, car phone holder, c.d’s (if they have a c.d player in their vehicle), and key chains.

The do-it-yourself-er – In toolbox. Duct tape, a do-it-yourself booklet, tools, nails, screws, measuring tape, and a level. Add any or all of these. Just make sure you get everything in coordinating colors. Add some decorative ribbon, and if you’d like you can wrap it in cellophane and tie it with a bow.

Work-a-holic gift basket – Put it in a briefcase or basket. Small folder organizer, memo pads, pens, coffee mug, instant coffee mix, small snacks, calculator, and key chain picture frame.

Tips: You can get a TON of these things and little fillers for your gift baskets at Dollar stores for cheap. Just take your time fixing your basket up right and making it look good. Presentation is everything with these! Have fun!:)

Top Christmas Gifts For 2011 For The Woman In Your Life

It is that time of the year again. Christmas 2011 is less than a few months away and now is the perfect time to start hunting for the perfect gift for that woman in your life whether she is a wife, girlfriend, mother, aunt, grandmother, friend, etc. Finding the top Christmas gifts for 2011 for the woman in your life can be a challenge for most men who hate shopping. If this is you, here are some ideas to help you get the best Christmas gifts for 2011 that will be appreciated by her.

One of the top Christmas gifts for 2011 for women are pampering sets or a gift certificate to a spa for any treatment or combination of treatments such as facials, massage, mani/pedi, makeup session, etc. Most women love getting pampered and you will hit a home run with her if this is what you get for her.

If the woman in your life is a wife or girlfriend, many spas provide gift certificates for couples which will be even better for the two of you to enjoy time together at a spa. Other pampering gifts that will make some of the best Christmas gifts for 2011 include getting a footbath or foot massager to help ease the stresses from a long day at work.

Most women love jewelry so these make great gifts. Getting jewelry that features her birthstone is one of the top Christmas presents for 2011 for her that she will love. For a mother, consider getting jewelry that not only features her birthstone, but those of her children as well which she will be sure to cherish.

You can also get jewelry that will complete a certain piece of jewelry that she has. For instance, if she has a beloved pearl necklace, consider getting a pearl bracelet or earrings that matches the necklace. She will appreciate how you notice things about her.

While diamond jewelry such as diamond studs or tennis bracelets make some of the best Christmas gifts, there are certainly other pieces of jewelry that are cheaper than diamonds that will be appreciated by her.

For grandmothers especially if she enjoys her art and crafts, a personalized craft bag is one of the top Christmas gifts for 2011 for her that she will appreciate because it will help keep her organized. A kitchen organizer is also one of the best Christmas presents for her for 2011.

For your female boss or even female co-workers that you want to get Christmas presents for, some of the top Christmas gifts for 2011 include a business organizer bag, tea or coffee collection kits featuring exotic brews from all over the world in her favorite flavor, a fancy pen, computer bag, etc. You probably spend most of your time at the office so show your appreciation come Christmas time.

When looking for the top Christmas gifts for 2011 for her, remember to be thoughtful and try to get something that she will appreciate and use and not discard in the back of her closet never to be seen again. Part of gift giving is being able to see the joy on the gift recipient’s face.

4 Tips For Choosing Wedding Gifts

Wedding ceremonies are good times when members of the family, relatives and friends assemble with each other to rejoice harmony, happiness and never ending contentment. Obviously, wedding gifts too should be very special. Actually probably the most fulfilling moments for any newly-wed husband and wife is usually to open up the many stunning gifts they obtain. So what in your opinion do you think is important? Selecting a suitable wedding gift for any couple of course! Frequently all of us get completely mistaken for what things to offer them. It’s hard to decide on simply because there are lots of wedding gifts readily available, therefore we need to choose some thing for any newly-weds to enjoy. The closer we are towards the husband and wife, the higher quality the gift should be. Say, if it’s your very best friend’s wedding and reception then purchasing a big surprise gift could be a great idea.

Although your relatives don’t ask you to give them any gifts, it is quite obvious that you should? Presents can vary from family vacation tickets and digital cameras to unique gift baskets and flower arrangements. Now you ask, whom you are offering the gift to? To make issues easy we’re offering some tips which will help to decrease your frustration:

1. Another way of offering wedding gifts would be to provide the husband and wife a gift voucher of a specific amount. This trend has grown to be extremely popular simply because people don’t have enough time to search for gifts. By providing gift vouchers, you’re in fact assisting young couples to purchase some thing of their choice.

2. This could be sounding strange, however, if the couple is near to you then it’s usually a good choice to take them out to allow them decide on what they want. Easy isn’t it? You need to simply make payment. By doing this you don’t need to rack your mind considering what things to buy for them.

3. Remember to not wait for the last second to decide on a gift. Take some time and consider exactly what can be ideal for a wedding gift towards the couple. Following very careful pondering, go to the shops which might be known for wedding gifts. Some thing in crystal will be a good choice.

4. If you’re restricted on finances then getting gifts online will be a wise decision simply because they tend to work out cheaper. Look online for gift stores. Check out websites and see which fits your requirements best.

Wedding gifts are important. They’re permanently appreciated in most occasions to come. Pick the best!