It can be done affordably, it will look nice and it can contain both necessities and cute toys for the baby. When first thinking about putting together a baby shower gift basket, you need to think about what to make the basket out of. One idea is to make it out of a large basket with a cloth lining, something that the mother can later use to store clothing, toys or bathroom supplies. If the mother knows the sex of the baby, finding a basket with a pink or blue lining is a nice touch.

Another idea is to make the base of the basket a bathtub. Many mothers register for small bathtubs to bathe their babies in and this is a creative, different idea for the base of the basket. Once you have chosen the base for your basket, you need to decide what to fill it with. It’s always good to include both things the mother has registered for as well as some creative gifts that you have come up with on your own. For example, a new mother can never have too many diapers or wipes. Line the inside of the basket with these things first.

If you are crafty and have the time and resources to knit a blanket, that is another good thing to line the basket with. Sprinkle in some teething toys, lotions and powders, onesies, books, learning toys and bottles. It’s important to arrange them in layers so the mother can find surprises as she digs deeper into the basket. If you want to wrap a few of the items, that adds a decorative flare to the basket.

Once you have figured out what to put into the basket, you should figure out how you want to wrap it. You can buy cellophane pretty cheaply at the store and wrapping the entire basket in cellophane and tying it with a bow is always good. You could also try wrapping paper if you don’t want the mother to see what’s inside the basket. The goal here is to make is look nice and to make it easy to transport. You don’t want gifts falling out of the basket as you present it to the mother.

In conclusion, a gift basket is a great idea for a mother-to-be. It shows that you understand the things she needs and also that you were creative enough to come up with some ideas on your own. Gift baskets always make a room look nicer and it is fun to be able to reuse the basket that the gifts came in.

This article will give you an idea of how to get started and will touch on many points. See our other posts on more specific ideas.

There are all kinds of occasions where a personalized gift basket would be appropriate. Graduation, a new home and a bridal shower are all perfect examples where creating a tailored made gift would not only be appreciated, but practical. Giving someone items they can actually use is much more thoughtful than someone they’ll stick on a shelf collecting dust.

As for the cost involved, that’s totally up to your wallet. Shopping way ahead of time will help keep the costs down. Don’t shy away from thrift shops and flea markets because lots of times people have new items, still in the original packaging, selling for a fraction of what you would pay for in a regular store.

Before you shop for items to fill your basket, make a list of all the person’s hobbies, interests and needs. That will help you brainstorm some really good ideas before shopping impulsively. Also, think of what the gift is for. A “new baby” basket will have different items than a “get well basket”, regardless of what their interests are.

Okay, so you know who you’re giving it to and what the occasion is for and you have your items. Next is the packaging. Before you rush out a buy a basket, is there something else you can use as a container. If you’re creating a “new home” gift, instead of a basket, try a cooking pot or dustpan. If you’re giving a baby shower gift, use a diaper bag.

As you can see, the options are limitless and the end result is priceless.