5 Holiday Gift Basket Ideas

The holidays are right around the corner! Are your Christmas gift boxes ready? If not, you don't have much time left to waste. Luckily, you're in the right place if you need inspiration.

Have you ever considered holiday baskets for gifts? If you ask us, giving them a shot this year will be a perfect choice. You can mix, match, and create the best-personalized present you've ever gifted. Making a gift suited only for one specific personality shows your friend that you've put some real effort into the present. That's why a DIY holiday gift basket is an ideal way to show someone you care about them.

Check out our gift basket ideas and see which one fits your loved ones the best. Maybe one of them is the perfect gift you’ve never thought of before.

Gift Box Ideas - A Christmas Theme

Let's start with a theme almost everybody is going to like. If you need a safe present that's never going to disappoint, Christmas gift boxes are perfect. Who doesn't like a wicker basket full of presents that remind them of their favorite holiday? Now, think about the things that remind you of Christmas. 

For some people, it's going to be all Santa-related. So, start with Rudolf, the red-nosed reindeer, and keep up with the theme. Decorate it with dominating red and white colors and some green splashes around the basket. Mistletoe won't hurt the composition either.

For others, the smell of oranges and cinnamon represents Christmas. So, get a nice bottle of wine, the spices needed to make it mulled, oranges, cinnamony desserts, and other items that represent this holiday in their mind. 

If you remember a fun Christmas story, this person has told you, add something that reminds them about it. Then you'll see why a DIY holiday gift basket is more appreciated than something random from the store. 

Feminine Baskets for Gifts

If you don't have any particular gift basket ideas but want to give your girl a caring holiday present, why not go with a simple cosmetics box? It's no secret that women like taking care of themselves, so you can't miss with a cosmetics-related gift. 

If you've been listening and know that your female friend needs specific products, like hair moisturizer, or if she wants to try making a bubble bath, you're in an even better position. Knowing what the person wanted as a present will make it much easier to create something they'll be thankful for this holiday season.

Don't worry, there are solutions for those who haven't been listening. Most gift box ideas of this type are based on products such as lotions, face masks, unusual soaps, and similar cosmetics. 

You can mix a few of them that you feel would suit your friend the best and give it a go. If you want to step it up a notch, go with something homemade with no artificial chemicals. In most cases, women will appreciate you giving them cosmetics regardless of whether they need it or not. 

Thank You Baskets for Gifts During the Holidays

Many people use the holidays to show that they appreciate someone. Whether it's your mailman, the super in your building, a coworker, or a close friend, giving them a thank you basket as a present will be a pleasant surprise.

In this case, it's the thought that matters. You don't have to spend a fortune to send a message of gratitude.

Most Christmas gift boxes of this type are meant to say: "Thank you, I appreciate everything you've done for me this year." and that's exactly what the card should state.

But what should the basket contain? Well, going with a bottle of wine is a classic solution. If you follow it up with some fruit or chocolates, you're pretty much checking all the boxes.

Try adding at least one detail that turns it into a personalized present. It takes minimal effort but will make the gift receiver feel as if the basket was made for them specifically.

Gift Basket Ideas for Men

A Gamer Gift Basket

If you've ever met a true gamer, then you know that they like their games more than anything else. So naturally, there's nothing a gamer will appreciate more than a DIY holiday gift basket with items that will help their setup. Now, there are different approaches you can go with when making a gamer basket.

If you REALLY like the guy, a new console is the ultimate gift. So, to really make a statement, include the gaming device of his preference in the basket, and you have the best present already. 

If, however, you wanted a more rationally priced gift, there are still a bunch of cool options to pick from.

Ordering a custom-made controller is an excellent way of putting two interests into one package. So for a guy that likes gaming and anime, including a Goku-themed controller would be a nice touch. That's just one of the examples of how you can spice up your gift box ideas.

If the gamer you wish to surprise does his game playing on a pc, you have even more options. Pretty much any peripheral is a good holiday gift. 

So, no matter if it's a weird-looking mouse, a trendy pair of gaming headphones, or a larger monitor, whichever fits your budget will be enough.

A Sports-Themed Gift Basket

Most men are interested in some type of sport, and if you're lucky to know a fanatic, this is the time to surprise them with what they love most.

Once again, the options are pretty much unlimited. You can make a casual gift basket with random items, add tickets to their favorite team's game, and have the present of the year just like that.

However, if you want to put a little more effort into the gift, make an entire basket related to the sport or team of their preference.

If you can't provide tickets, start with clothing items. Jersey, t-shirts, hoodies, or anything else you can wear with a team logo will make an excellent present for a true fan. 

A ball is also an easy solution. You're giving them a way to play the sport they love the most. How can somebody not like that?

If your man is into basketball, get them the right shoes for it. If he loves soccer, give him a pair of cleats. It isn't that complicated.

On top of that, it's 2021, pretty much all everyday items can be found with team colors or logo details on them. So, mugs, keychains, lighters, and other smaller presents, should be a part of the gift basket as well. 

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