Shake it Baby

Perhaps she loves to curl up with a romance novel.  Or drool over delectable chocolates.  Maybe she’s a wine conosur at heart.  Whatever her likes and tastes, there’s a perfect gift basket awaiting her.

Home Spa – If she complains at not being pampered then gift basket filled with quality bath oils, scents and soaps will help create the perfect home spa.  Indulge in that long hot soak while using any of many fine ointments, then enjoy a soothing moisturiser at the end. A bath product gift basket is the perfect choice to celebrate that Sunday pampering yourself.

Coffee - Coffee may not be the first on your list of gift ideas however by selecting fine coffees such as a delicate Viennese to robust French.  Include some raw sugar or quality Belgian chocs for extra indulgence..

Tea - Maybe she prefers tea?  A years supply of teas from around the world will be enough to whet anyone’s appetite.  Choose from Chamomile, Earl Grey, Assam or even Rooibos.  Top it off with a special tea spoon or strainer. Pack the tea in tins that will last a lifetime.

Flowers - What women doesn’t like flowers.  Whether it a large bouquet designed to impress or a simple bunch of wild flowers such as daffodils or daisies for a bit of Jane Austen romance.  The basket itself can be an important part of the total package, delivering that bounty of colour in a traditional wicker or a contemporary porcelain container.  Maybe there are some flower-themed clean red widgets.

Wine - Wine is always much appreciated.  Decide on a theme.  It may be reds of France or whites of California.  Perhaps it could all be fair trade organic wines from around the world.  Pick a single standard-sized bottle to form the centrepiece, or arrange a series that can be tried one per month. Surround the wine with fine cheese or gourmet crackers. A winning combination!

Jewellery - You’ll certainly be remembered for this gift basket – one full of jewellery.  You might choose a single diamond ring for the centre piece, surrounded by love letters and poems.  Or, you can scatter a dozen pairs of earrings among the straw that reminds you of your first trip to that Bed and Breakfast in the country.

Candles - Scented candles will go down a treat.  Just make sure you really bush the boat out and include an array of unusual candles with natural scents of vanilla or citrus.  Surround the candles with chunks of wrapped chocolate and all the senses will come alive.

It doesn’t matter what occasion you’re needing to buy a gift for, perhaps a promotion at work or simply saying thank you, gift baskets can be whatever you want them to be.  There are even people looking for bachelorette party gifts.

Posted by April / Gifts