When it comes to gift giving, nothing is more heartfelt than making something from scratch. Just thinking about how much time someone put into crafting your present is a gift in itself.
If you don't want to make the actual presents from scratch, there's always the option to get creative and build a gift basket. After all, who wouldn't love a thoughtful, handmade basket stuffed with gifts? It's a win-win!
Whether you're shopping for your best friend who loves to garden or your mom who thinks she's Martha Stewart, there's a gift idea for everyone in your life. Even if you're going to a white elephant gift exchange, you can make a spa day gift package that anyone would appreciate.
It doesn't take a lot of effort or time to throw together these holiday gift baskets, and your friends will treasure the thought you put into them.
Check out the materials and instructions for the various gift baskets below, and make sure to SHARE these fun gift ideas with friends and family.
1. Nail Polish Bouquet
Materials:
Instructions:
- Tie the nail polish into the center of a small bunch of flowers with a rubber band. Repeat with each nail polish.
- Place the flower bundles into the Mason jar to create a bouquet.
2. Baker's Bowl
Materials:
Instructions:
- Place everything in the mixing bowl and tie in place with ribbon.
- Add any other baking materials to your gift basket that you desire.
3. Candy Jars
Materials:
Instructions:
- Fill the Mason jar with candy.
- Tie a ribbon around the jar and glue a pom pom to the center of the bow.
- You can also turn your candy jars into a reindeer by adding a red pom pom for the nose and pipe cleaners for the antlers, or a Santa by adding a fancy black ribbon for the belt.
4. Pringles Gift Box
Materials:
Instructions:
- Wash out the Pringles can.
- Cover the can and cap in wrapping paper.
- Stuff with any gifts you desire. (The theme is up to you.)
- Tie together with a bow. Now the receipt has multiple gifts to open — instead of just one!
5. Spa Day Slipper Set
6. Gardening Hose Gift Basket
Materials:
Instructions:
- Use the zip ties to turn a garden hose into a beautiful basket. (If there is a hole at the bottom of your basket, cover it with thick cardboard.)
- Fill the hose basket with the rest of the gardening gifts — and voila!
