Shopping for the Holidays can be extremely frustrating. To make things easier…Give a Coffee Gift Basket a go this Christmas season.

 

Are you ready for the Holidays? Are you remembering to thank that new customer, or client? Enough of the stress talk. So, you need a reliable way to shop for loved ones and show your gratitude for your patrons. Solution: Gift baskets!

 

Gift baskets can take on multiple forms. My favorite gift baskets are filled with coffee, cookies and chocolate, topped with a perfect bow and just waiting to be unwrapped. But really, that is only the beginning.

 

There are hundreds of companies that fill gift baskets with everything from spa treats, to doggy items. You can even get a hold of vendors that will let you choose the gift basket’s theme and contents. So how do you pick the ideal gift basket for your family, friends or client? Here are a few easy methods.

 

  • Pick a gift basket that reflects what the person likes. Are they into “green” living? Then choose a basket that features Fair Trade and Organic items like coffee, mugs and gifts from Nectar of Life Coffee Company. Or perhaps they like fresh fruit, wine, nuts, and vegetables. Then a gift from Harry and David would be a perfect fit for the fruit lover. Pre-Made baskets can range in price from $9.99 - $500+. But, gift baskets can be an easy way out.

 

  • There is also the option of diving into creating a basket of your own. Don’t let this prospect intimidate you. The price range to make your own basket is about $20.00-$200.00 +. One negative aspect is that you will have the shipping or delivery hassle to deal with. If you don’t shop around, it could consume whatever cost savings you realized from making the basket yourself. Should you choose to make your own gift basket here are some simple guidelines to get you going.

 

  • You will need a theme basket or box, a camera buff, for instance would be able to use a photo box; a die-hard fisherman, a tackle box; a child could use a fabric lined basket as a toy box, etc.. Perhaps the lucky gift receiver is a photographer or fisherman.

 

  • After deciding on your theme, choose three “large” items that go with the theme. Take the photographer for example. For this person, choose a camera case, lenses for their camera, a flip style photo album, or if you have money, a camera or lens that they have always wanted.

 

  • To add to the basket buy 4 more items. For a fisherman, this might include a fly-fishing reel, multi-tool, pliers, flashlight, a pen sized pole (available at Wal-Mart, Joe’s and other sporting goods stores), and a waterproof zippered pouch. These are just a few suggestions.

 

  • To finish up your basket include some goodies. For a child you might choose candy or cookies.

 

  • You can use glue dots (available at Michaels or local craft stores) to secure all items in place. Use the glue dots sparingly, a few go a long way. Glue down the big items first. Then glue down medium sized items, and the smaller stuff as filler around the bottom. Think pyramid as you are assembling the basket.

 

  • In conclusion, purchase a large piece of cellophane, or if you are ambitious, a roll of basket wrap. Bring the corners to the top and secure with a little section of ribbon.

 

  • Using a ornate bow on top is the perfect touch to bring it all together.

 

If you have things that you want to place into a gift basket, but don’t have the skills to build one yourself, find a company that will do it for you. Many times there are gift basket companies that can both assemble and attach a bow to a basket that you have basically created. This option ranges in cost from $25.00- $100.00 depending on how much work, and materials you use.

 

Gift baskets can bring together a number of ideas, and goods. They are very functional and enjoyable. You can cover a whole group of people with just one gift.

 

If you desire to buy beautiful pre-made Gift Baskets, then look no further go to Nectar of Life Organic Coffee. They have an awesome selection of gift baskets.

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