Ever Wanted to Make Your Own Themed Gift Baskets?

If you've always wanted to know how to make your own gift baskets, this article will give you some tips to get started. Gift baskets are such a wonderful gift and can be given for any occasion. Creating personalized themed gift baskets is a great gift to give that someone special. Gift Baskets are easy to make and a joy to give.

When creating a themed gift basket, don't limit yourself as to the type of basket that you can create. It can be something simple and small, homemade or lots of great goodies that make a really beautiful gift basket.

Here are some unique themed gift basket ideas for children, teenagers and parents:

Teenaged Girls Gift Basket

Find a small to medium sized basket and line the basket with pink tissue paper or raffia grass. Buy a sampler pack of flavored lip glosses, powders, lotions, a makeup kit and a light sporty fragrance and artistically arrange. Don't forget bracelets, rings, watches, earrings, and necklaces. Wrap the basket with colored cellophane and tie with a pretty ribbon and bow.

Teenaged Boys Gift Basket

Place a couple of their favorite CD's or DVD's in the basket along with a pocket comb, cologne, and skin care products designed for males.

Smaller Children Gift Basket

Using a medium sized basket, place a thin and soft blanket in as a liner. Select a couple of dolls, stuffed animals, cars, or whatever toys the child might enjoy inside.

Older Children Gift Basket

Big kids are wild about cartoon pencils and erasers, stickers and trading cards. Add small games (like a Game Boy along with accessories) and the latest Harry Potter book.

Infants and Babies Gift Basket

Place a soft receiving blanket in along with socks, teething rings, rattlers, and a small plush toy. Baby brush sets, clippers, bottles, and pacifiers can be added. Or make a basket filled with baby skin products and diapers.

Ladies Gift Basket

A romantic gift basket for her should include chocolates, scented candles, perfume, a framed photo of the two of you, and a handwritten poem or note.

Gift Basket for a Man

Include his favorite drink (which may be wine, beer, bottled water or a soft drink), his favorite munchies, aftershave, a handwritten poem or note and a photo for beside his bed.

If you are looking for more themed gift basket ideas or How to Make Gift Baskets, visit us at www.101giftbasketideas.com.

About the Author: Donna Hamer is the author and publisher of eBook "101 Gift Basket Ideas". For a Free 5 part Mini Course on how to create your own "Personalized Gift Baskets" visit http://www.101giftbasketideas.com .

In The News:


Hobby mania hits EL
Dispatch Online, South Africa - Jul 18, 2008
She also said that schools were encouraging more project work and more people were doing arts and crafts, creating a greater demand for her range of ...

Couple’s gardening takes over retirement
Greater Milwaukee Today,  USA - Jul 17, 2008
In addition, the site features instructions on completing Bill’s projects and Robin’s crafts. Which, Bill said, is by far the most popular feature on the ...

Baltimore Sun

Passers-by inspired to join teacher in stack sculpture
Baltimore Sun, United States - Jul 18, 2008
For Betts, a man feverishly devoted to his hobbies - he has collected countless Pez dispensers, painted several hundred portraits and carved dozens of ...

Hobby ideas
The New Nation, Bangladesh - Jul 10, 2008
Your first step to a fulfilling hobby would be identifying your interests. For those with a creative streak, the world of arts and crafts is waiting. ...

EBSCO's New Releases Will Take on American Studies, Multilingual ...
Library Journal, NY - Jun 25, 2008
Finally, with its Hobbies & Crafts Reference Center, EBSCO is covering a niche area previously untouched by database products. Or, more exactly, dozens of ...

News in brief
West Salem Coulee News, WI - Jul 18, 2008
Her hobbies include arts and crafts and coloring. Her favorite food is strawberry shortcake, her favorite TV shows or movies are “Hannah Montana” and “High ...

My favorite hobby may be trying new hobbies
Kaufman Herald, TX - Jul 10, 2008
So, like many other hobby-seekers I started trying new things and buying all the right stuff needed to take on this new challenge. I went to the local craft ...

Town Notes
Wicked Local Boxborough, MA - Jul 13, 2008
Prize categories include produce; arts and crafts projects; baked goods; hobbies; and conservation projects. If you are a craft person and would like to ...

Get your fill of hobbies, large and small
Chicago Daily Herald, IL - Jun 28, 2008
Beth Oberle is so ingrained in that concept that "My Eclectic Mess" was the name of her blog for those who enjoy crafts and, even more importantly, ...

Ventura County Fair accepting entries
Agoura Hills Acorn, CA - Jul 16, 2008
Departments accepting entries include amateur fine arts; hobbies, models and collections; arts and crafts; clothing and textiles; preserved foods; ...
crafts hobbies - Google News

Creating A Family Tradition-Jigsaw Puzzles

Do you find it difficult to spend time together as... Read More

Russian Nesting Dolls - The Beginning

According legend, first nested doll prototype appeared in Russia in... Read More

Jewelry Insurance - Hints and Tips So You Dont Get Ripped Off

As crime and drug use increases, the risks involved in... Read More

Create A Gift Basket For A Dog Lover!

The choice of what gift to give your family and... Read More

A Brief History Of Reverse Painting On Glass

Reverse painting on glass has been a form of art... Read More

Jar Lid and Jar Candle Decoration

Supplies Needed:Most items can be found around the house or... Read More

Genealogy in Switzerland - A Longenecker Family Search

I recently visited Langnau, Bern, Switzerland and spent two days... Read More

A Few Tips About Comic Book Bags

We store comics to keep them valuable. Air pollution, ultra... Read More

A Look at the Humidor Plan

There are many styles of humidors that range from the... Read More

Green Thumb Not Required

Ah, the sweet smell of fresh flowers, herbs and fruit.... Read More

How to Make a Simple Gemstone Necklace

With gemstone beads, every bead is precious. Every bead is... Read More

Printing on Canvas

Given the progress in inkjet and media technology, demand for... Read More

Jewelry Making: Measuring for Bracelets Without a Tape

Your cousin's friend in Saskatchewan has asked you to design... Read More

Woodworking Beginners: Introduction To First Time Crafts

Woodworking: The Process Of Making Something Using WoodThe art of... Read More

Making Your Own Bird Feeder

There is estimated to be over 100 billion individual wild... Read More

What Do I Need to Start Scrapbooking?

The best thing about scrapbooking is that although there are... Read More

Embroidery Designs Sewing

Denim is a twill weave and runs diagonally and any... Read More

Candle Maintenance

Many people don't know that you can actually improve the... Read More

Choosing The Correct Comic Book Storage Box

Most Comic Book Storage Boxes are super strong and come... Read More

Production and Pricing of Craft Show Items

This is where you can really make or break your... Read More

Woodworking: Protection When Working With Wood - Ignoring Could Potentially Harm Your Health Or Kill

Woodworking: Basic Safety TipsWoodworking can be a dangerous undertaking if... Read More

Genealogy / Family History

One huge advantage of knowing about family history is that... Read More

Choose From A Wide Variety Of Off Road RC Trucks To Play In The Dirt

Are you tired of driving your cars only on the... Read More

Identifying US Coins with Bullish Futures

Okay, let's get something straight? I do not advocate the... Read More

Embroidery Designs and Thread Colors for Machine Embroidery Sewing

I wish that I had a nickel for each time... Read More