Gift Basket Ideas

Part 2 - Become Organised this Christmas

noreply@blogger.com (Dana Haller) — Sun, 4 Dec 2005 20:52:00 -0500

4.  With list in hand - Go Shopping
This can be as easy as going to your favorite website and ordering your presents so they are delivered to your door.    Otherwise, head off to your local shopping mall and buy only those presents that you have on your list.

If you have decided to make your own gift baskets here are a few simple and easy suggestions.

For a family gift make a nice Christmas-themed cookie jar.  Fill it with Christmas candy or cookies!  Every year when the family gets out the Christmas cookie jar, they will think of you!

Grandparents love to receive anything that grandchildren make.   Do a video of the children, include a bath time, them reading or playing at school.  A few minutes taken over a month or two will make an interesting video.  How about a collage of photos of the grandchildren!.  The children can help with this project.

A coffee cup filled with a coffee blend, some chocolate and DVD.

How about a pampering gift basket for mom or your sister?

5.  Wrapping

A time saving tip…when you return from shopping, wrap and label as many gifts as you can and store them away until the “big day”.

Presents that are being posted, need to be wrapped and posted ASAP.

6.  Christmas Decorations

Personally I hate dragging the decorations out each year and putting up the tree.  But the look on my son’s face when the house and tree have been decorated is worth the effort.

Each year when you are putting away the decorations, make sure they are working.  If not, throw them out – don’t pack broken or unwanted items.  I add an item to the tree each year for my young son.  This allows us to reminisce about what has happened over the last year and spend some quality family time together.

Put aside an afternoon and make a decoration with your children it doesn’t have to be expensive.  I have little boxes under the tree that have their hand prints and a special message.

Lastly enjoy Christmas.  With a little bit of planning, everyone can participate in wrapping presents, giving the presents and mostly, enjoying the family time together.

Become organized this Christmas

noreply@blogger.com (Dana Haller) — Sun, 4 Dec 2005 20:47:00 -0500

Become organized this Christmas.

For most of us, we are so busy living our lives that we forget just how quickly Christmas is upon us.

Here is a list of 6 simple strategies to help you be organized this Christmas and enjoy the festive season.

1.  Take the time to plan ahead this Christmas.
Set aside a morning in the first week in December.

Get yourself a cup of coffee a notepad and pen.  Take the phone off the hook, organize the children so you aren’t interrupted and take half an hour to make lists for the following:

(a)  Gift giving
(b)  Christmas Cards
(c)  Christmas Decorating

2.  First let’s deal with the Card List
Now that you have written out the Christmas card list, when you shop next buy the required amount of Christmas cards.

The following day divide your list into say 5, and then over the next 5 days write out your Christmas cards until the list is complete.  In the last week of November post out your cards.

3.  The Gift Giving List
This project is a little bigger than the last, however if you are organized it can be fun and done in a couple of weeks.

Sit down and go through the list of people you will be giving or sending a gift to this year.  If you have family or friends who will need their gifts sent through the mail then they need to be put at the top of the list as you will want to take care of their presents first.   (Aim to post their presents within the next two weeks)

If you have been buying gifts throughout the year go through the gifts and assign them to the appropriate people on your list.  (Shopping for Christmas at sale time is an excellent idea as it makes the burden a lot easier and also helps with the family budget).

Take a look again at your list, no doubt you have whittled away a few of those names.  If you have presents that haven’t been assigned in the Christmas gift box leave these in case you have forgotten someone or a friend drops around, then you have something to give to them.

For the remaining names I break these into smaller lists.  Presents that need to be purchased and presents that I can make.  I personally think that giving a present made by you is something special.  Now before you say… I can’t make anything have you thought about a “gift basket” or “gifts in a jar”.  They are very easy and simple to make; they look fantastic and are always well received by the recipient.

About the Author – Donna Hamer is the author and publisher of 101 Themed Gift Basket Ideas. For a Free 5 part Mini Course on how to create your own “Gift Baskets” visit www.101giftbasketideas.com

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noreply@blogger.com (Dana Haller) — Sun, 27 Nov 2005 23:23:00 -0500

You can either create this gift yourself and present it or you can put all of the items in a basket and present the gift basket, so that the recipient can decorate the tree themselves.

If you are going to make this gift - decorate a small Christmas tree with homemade ornaments. If you aren't very crafty a lot of the cheaper stores have excellent oraments at very reasonable prices. Include miniature toys, cookies, or potpourri bags, small photo frames etc. Each year you can give another ornament for your friend to add to their tree.

Each year they will be reminded of you at Christmas.

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How to create a gift basket

noreply@blogger.com (Dana Haller) — Tue, 22 Nov 2005 21:35:00 -0500

KRT Wire 11/21/2005 How to create a gift basket: "Make it personal. Find something about the recipient and run with it." Look out.... as Christmas is coming. It won't be long before we are frantic about what to give to our family and friends. Here is a simple idea from a lady who has been in the gift basket business for over 16 years.

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Hottest Baby Shower Idea

noreply@blogger.com (Dana Haller) — Thu, 27 Oct 2005 18:01:00 -0400

Today's Hottest Baby Shower Gifts Revealed by Nationally Renowned Entertaining Expert

In this article it gives you ideas about how to create the "Hottest Baby Shower Idea" and you guessed it..... a personalised gift basket.

The article gives you four different gift basket ideas to create a Healthy Baby Basket.

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Fundraising Idea - gift basket

noreply@blogger.com (Dana Haller) — Mon, 24 Oct 2005 17:54:00 -0400

Fort Morgan Times - Local

Take a look at this artilce if you are looking for either fundraising ideas or ways to promote your gift baskets.

Gift baskets are such are fantastic idea for so many things. If you need more ideas to make a gift basket, read this blog - there are gift basket ideas for men, women, girls, boys and much more.

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Creating Your Own Branding

noreply@blogger.com (Dana Haller) — Mon, 10 Oct 2005 23:32:00 -0400

Creating your own business and more important your own branding, has always been something that interests me.

This morning I came across a site and it talked about 57 ways to promote your online and offline business and one of this items was .... yes you guess it..

Create a gift basket that promotes your business either by including your product in the basket or creating the basket around your theme.

So take a few minutes and then about ways to promote your business using a gift basket!

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Making your own Gifts

noreply@blogger.com (Dana Haller) — Sun, 9 Oct 2005 18:37:00 -0400

I was surfing around the net this morning and came across a book which contains 100 ideas on how to save. Below is an extract of the book which talks about .....

Making your Own Gifts

If you ask people if they prefer a store bought or handmade gift, the majority would choose the latter. Handmade gifts are individualized and come from the heart. When you have a birthday, anniversary, baby shower, wedding, or Christmas gift to give, make the gift. For Christmas, you could make a beautiful ornament or door wreath, for a baby shower you could purchase an inexpensive bib pattern and make special bibs, or for a wedding, you could create a wonderful album of photos showing the couples dating life.

Making a gift basket is such an easy gift to make. On this blog which have covered many different ideas for your own gift basket. So start planning today for Christmas or the next birthday.

Donna

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Christmas is coming

noreply@blogger.com (Dana Haller) — Tue, 4 Oct 2005 17:17:00 -0400

We talked last week about making a list of people who you will be sending Christmas Cards out too.

I suggest that you make a point of it this week buying those cards and then over the next week or so start by each day writing out 5 days. By the first or second week in November you will have written out all of your cards.

By the last week of November - its time to post them.

If you have any comments or way to be organised for Christmas drop me a comment.

Donna

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Easy Gift Basket Idea

noreply@blogger.com (Dana Haller) — Thu, 29 Sep 2005 21:47:00 -0400

I hope by now that you have made up your list of people that you are going to give to at Christmas.

On everyone's list should be either your Mom or Sister or female friend.

So why not create a gift basket for a lady - here is a simple basket which every lady will enjoy.

For this gift idea I suggest including some lingerie and massage oils into a basket. Include flowers, scented bubble bath, a soft jazzy CD, candles and a bottle of champagne, along with two wine glasses.

Put a big ribbon around the basket for presentation - done !

Donna

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Easy to create Gift Ideas

noreply@blogger.com (Dana Haller) — Tue, 27 Sep 2005 06:13:00 -0400

It won't be long and it will be Christmas again..

For some people Christmas is a really stressful time. The best way to deal with Christmas to to plan ahead.

Take 5 minutes out of your day and make a list of everyone that you are sending either a christmas card to and people that you are giving a gift too.

Once you have finished this list work through the names and see who you would like to give a gift basket too. A gift basket doesn't have to be expensive. With a little bit of imagination you can create a gift basket which looks professionally created.

Tomorrow we will start creating a gift basket which you can give a family member.

Donna

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noreply@blogger.com (Dana Haller) — Sun, 25 Sep 2005 07:23:00 -0400

Over the last couple of weeks we have covered 100 different gift giving ideas. No doubt you have come up with lots of great ideas for Xmas presents.

Something that we haven't covered is presentation of your gift baskets. A gift basket wouldn't be the same without a tag. Making a tag for your gift basket is very simple, its really all about presentation.

Below is a link to ABout.com where you can download two fantastic templates for your tags. These tags are different in that they are "over sized tags".

Click on this link to take you there and start creating your Christmas Tags.

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Christmas Gift Ideas

noreply@blogger.com (Dana Haller) — Mon, 19 Sep 2005 18:18:00 -0400

Gift Suggestions 76 - 100: "Is there a fitness fanatic on your gift list? Maybe a warm-up suit, exercise video, weights, or health club membership is just the thing."

I just love this site there are so many great ideas that you can use. They are simple and some are very cost effective.

That idea 76. Use a calico bag or tote bag as your "gift basket". Include the goodies that they have mentioned and then tie a colorful ribbon around the top for presentation purposes. This gift could also be used for a birthday gift.

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More Christmas Gift Basket Ideas For You To Make

noreply@blogger.com (Dana Haller) — Tue, 13 Sep 2005 01:41:00 -0400

Gift Suggestions 51 - 75: "51. Holidays mean food and reminiscing good times. Give a food basket that will remind the receiver of a favorite place or vacation. Make the wrapping paper using travel brochures or maps to hint at the treasure inside. "

I personally like Idea 52 a mini zen garden. These days everyone is into Feng Shui and here is a perfect idea to give to that person who is limited on space or if you just want to give a small compact gift.

You could also use this idea and put all of the items in a gift basket with instructions on "How to Make Your Own Zen Garden".

Give a Gift Basket

noreply@blogger.com (Dana Haller) — Tue, 13 Sep 2005 01:38:00 -0400

10 Reasons to Create and Give a Gift Basket!

10. A Themed Gift Basket is for everyone and every occasion.
9. Gift Baskets can be created easily with minimal time and effort.
8. Creating a Gift Baskets will save you time and money!
7. Gift Baskets can be made in a variety of sizes and price ranges, making them ideal for the budget conscious giver.
6. By creating a Themed Gift Basket, you tailored the basket for the particular occasion.
5. Filling the Gift Baskets with lots presents represents excellent value to the recipient!
4. Gift Baskets convey the feelings of the sender in a way that is unique and personal.
3. Lets fact it, who doesn’t love to receive a Gift Basket!
2. Gift Baskets make wonderful gifts for the person who has everything.
1. Giving a Handmade Gift Baskets makes you look good!

If you would like to create gift baskets to give to that special person in your life, go take a look at http://www.101giftbasketideas.com. You will find 101 different gift basket ideas and a comprehensive guide on how to make a gift basket.

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Part two - Gift Suggestions 26 - 50

noreply@blogger.com (Dana Haller) — Thu, 8 Sep 2005 20:11:00 -0400

Gift Suggestions 26 - 50: "100 Christmas Gift Suggestions"

This website has so many great gift basket ideas for christmas that you have no excuses for not being organized this christmas.

Donna

25 Gift Basket Ideas

noreply@blogger.com (Dana Haller) — Sun, 4 Sep 2005 23:03:00 -0400

Gift Suggestions 1 - 25

Here is a fantastic list of over 100 gift basket ideas for you to create and give at Christmas.

They cover simple and easy to make ideas, along with ideas for the budget conscious!

If you have gift basket ideas that you would love to share, please feel free to drop us a comment or send them to www.101giftbasketideas.com.

D

How to Make Sea Shell Candles

noreply@blogger.com (Dana Haller) — Thu, 1 Sep 2005 21:55:00 -0400

How to Make Sea Shell Candles: "Collecting sea shells along the beach is a favorite kids summer activity. Take it one step further by transforming their seaside treasures into beautiful decorations or kids make-and-take party favors. This easy sea shell candle craft shows you how."

These are my all time favorite candles. Make them for yourself or family and friends. They are great to include in a gift basket.

Ideas for Making Gift Baskets

noreply@blogger.com (Dana Haller) — Thu, 1 Sep 2005 21:53:00 -0400

Ideas for Making Gift Baskets: "Do you want to give gifts to your friends or family for birthdays, Christmas or some other holiday, but you just don't know what to get them?
Just take a decorative basket and you can create a gift basket filled with great items that either your friends or family will love"

This is a great article on how to make gift baskets.

How To Make A Spa Gift Basket

noreply@blogger.com (Dana Haller) — Tue, 30 Aug 2005 04:14:00 -0400

How To Make A Spa Gift Basket: "Spa from Scratch Basket "

Take a look at this site it has all the receipes needed to create your own gift basket if you were wanting to create a spa gift basket.

Business - The Idaho Statesman - Always Idaho

noreply@blogger.com (Dana Haller) — Thu, 25 Aug 2005 19:12:00 -0400

Business - The Idaho Statesman - Always Idaho: "Lisa Sexton has sold gifts, silk floral arrangements, antiques and crafts supplies over the years from small stores in Meridian. She shifted from one business to another as Meridian grew. But she worried that big-box chain stores with more products and competitive prices would overwhelm her small business."

A gift basket is such a popular gift for family and friends, if you don't want to make one yourself pop over to this site to place an order.

Frugal Food Gift Baskets

noreply@blogger.com (Dana Haller) — Mon, 22 Aug 2005 02:50:00 -0400

Frugal Food Gifts: "Frugal, gourmet, easy... what else can you ask for in a food gift?"

Take a look at this article ... gives you heaps of ideas on how to make a gift basket on a budget...!

Christmas Gift Basket

noreply@blogger.com (Dana Haller) — Mon, 22 Aug 2005 02:44:00 -0400

Learn How To Make This Christmas The Most Romantic Ever!

Christmas and all it’s ambiance makes it one of the most romantic holidays of the year. Christmas glistens and sparkles from the candles burning brightly in the windows to the tinsel sparkling in the Christmas Tree.

So how can you add a little dazzling romance to this Christmas season?

Sentimentalize this Christmas with a special Christmas picture of you and your sweetheart. Sure it may be corny to get all dressed in your red and green sweaters, but snuggling up for a Christmas picture will have you giggling in no time.

While your wrapped in your warm sweaters, throw on some mittens and head out to the nearest Christmas Tree farm. Make this Christmas memorable with a live tree that will signify your ongoing love for one another. A Christmas Tree with the ball still on it lets you plant it in the yard after the Christmas season is over. This way you can decorate it for years to come.

Be creative with your gift giving. Romance is effort-full, so this year give a Christmas gift of time… time spent doing something considerate for your darling. Whether you organize their closet or build them a rose garden, you’re giving a true Christmas gift – love.

Let this be your most romantic Christmas ever... from Christmas Romance.

Just one thing..... don't forget how easy it is to make a christmas gift basket. Fill it with your partners favorite goodies and wrap clear paper and christmas ribbon around it... they'll love it.

Fathers Day Gift Basket

noreply@blogger.com (Dana Haller) — Thu, 18 Aug 2005 02:56:00 -0400

Fathers Day is coming.... what are you going to give Dad.

Stop go No Further.... Why not a Gift Basket which you can not only make but save heaps of money by including items that you know he will love.

Try this homemade receipe for handwash...

Mechanic's Hand Cleanser
Grind up a bar or two of your soap...

1 c. borax
1-2 t. pure turpentine
1 t. sweet orange essential oil
1 c. ground soap
With very clean hands, work the turpentine and essential oil into the borax until there are no lumps left, then work into the soap. Keep it in a wide-mouthed jar or tin that's easy for him to open when his hands are greasy, and which you won't mind getting black on the outside. Don't forget to put a nail brush and pumice stone out with the hand cleanser.

Fill a bucket with things that Dad can use in the garage or shed. Make it around a garden theme or a motor theme or golf theme.. in fact the type of basket you create is endless.
Have fun and enjoy.
Donna

Formulas and recipes for homemade soaps

noreply@blogger.com (Dana Haller) — Thu, 18 Aug 2005 02:56:00 -0400

Formulas and recipes for homemade soaps: "Liquid / Gel Soap
2 cups soap flakes or grated bar soap
1/2 gallon water
2 tbsp glycerin
Mix ingredients together in a large pot or dutch oven. Set over low heat, stirring occasionally until the soap has dissolved. Transfer to a jar and cover tightly. For a less thick gel soap, use 1 gallon of water. "

Here is a simple receipe to make gel soap.... maybe include it in a gift basket for dad..