Gift Basket Ideas...

wine or non-alcoholic wine
a movie that both spouses like
popcorn kernels with favorite spices an inspirational book about marriage & bubble bath
an afghan made for two
sweets and cookies

paint brushes
different types of paints
markers
pencils
sketch books

High energy bars
Sports drinks
Carbo loaded mix
Pasta
Jar of pasta sauce
Sunscreen Lip balm
Moisturizer/shower soap

bibs
baby soap
night light
receiving blanket
socks
washcloths
rubber ducky
t-shirts or onesies
soothing baby CD
little toy
baby spoon
baby frame
baby lotion

laundry basket
laundry guide
cook book featuring easy meals like casseroles
roll of quarters
laundry soap
take-out pizza coupons
an iron
room deodorizer
any other cleaning supplies
food staples like macaroni dinners, canned tuna, canned soup and, of course, beer!
 

assorted bagels
jams
cream cheese
cutting board
utensils.
 

cake pan or cookie tin 
pot holders
decorative frosting set
assorted sprinkles and nuts
baking recipes
cake server
your favorite cookie recipes or a cook book
cookie cutters
chocolate chips

plastic bag
dabber
magnetic wand
bingo chips
markers
good luck charm
chewing gum

apron with pockets
marinade recipes
BBQ sauce
BBQ tools
packages of meat tenderizer
skewers
gift certificate for the local butcher

cast iron gift basket
container of maple syrup
package of smoked bacon
ham or sausage from a local butcher shop
bag of pancake/biscuit mix
tea and/or coffee and/or some juice boxes or bottles
jam/jelly/preserves
small jar of honey.
 

best-sellers or books and magazines related to the book lover's hobbies and interests.
large coffee mug / tea cup,
flavored coffee / variety tea,
comfy slippers,
an assortment of decorative bookmarks,
neck pillows (great to use while reading)
bookends.

his favorite cookies or candy
small package of inexpensive trucks or cars (take out of the package)
a bed - time story book
coloring book with washable markers
a small package of legos
a cowboy hat or any other kind of hat
little toy man with parachute & a paper plane they can assemble
bubble bath
stickers
his favorite cartoon video
puzzle
yo-yo

book about easy cooking
two tall scented candles
a diary with fancy pen (so the bride can write down her wedding day experience)
silk teddy or lingerie
register both bride and groom in a cooking class
"Men are from Mars, Women are from Venus" book
wine or non-alcoholic wine
tall wine glasses
strawberries

Votives, tea lights, tapers
snuffer
glass holders
matches

backpack
tent pegs
compass
sharpening stone
mosquito repellant
tent patch kit
campers cook set
utility knife or Swiss army knife
campground guides

pockets of a tool belt or pouch
work gloves
hammer
screws
nails
screwdriver
tape measure
duct tape.
 

premium quality auto wax
buffing products
treated dusting cloths
assortment of magazines on cars
books about classic, vintage or sports cars
videos about maintaining cars
a tire gauge
a car-theme T-shirt
a disposable camera to snap the freshly waxed car and its owner;
a frame for a photo of the car buff with the shiny car.
liter of oil
wax
chamois
car wash coupons
squeegee for the windows
mileage log and pen
travel mug

a pot
assorted dried beans:  kidney, black, white, navy, pinto, etc.
dried red chili peppers
chili powder
cayenne pepper
cumin
cilantro
chili recipes
ladle
oven mitts ~

cat basket
food and water dishes
collar
brush
catnip ball
rubber ball
rubber mice or other cat toys
book on cat care

chocolate cookies
chocolate bonbons
chocolate sauces
chocolate syrup
chocolate dipped coffee spoons
Hot chocolate mix
chocolate covered coffee beans
chocolate recipes

a wok
Chinese tea set
package of green tea
cook book
cleaver
chop sticks
package dried black mushrooms
bottle of soy sauce other sauces like
plum sauce, Szechwan sauce, teriyaki sauce, etc.

gourmet coffees
coffee mugs
novels
chocolates
decorative bookmark

decorative Christmas box or tin
assorted chocolates
Christmas ornaments
pre-recorded Christmas music
tuck in some candy canes or foil wrapped chocolate Santas for a finishing touch
hot apple cider mix
large mugs
a letter saying why you love Christmas
matching mittens, hat and scarf
some mistletoe
nativity set
decorative lights
candles

deck of trick cards
whoopie cushion
chattering teeth
joke books
comedy movies
cassettes or CDs
tickets to a comedy club

reference books
items they collect
display cases books, etc
cleaning supplies (special polishes, oils, brushes, etc.)
tickets to a collectibles show

Fill a decorative box with:
membership to an online gaming WWW site
computer game CDs
joy stick
mouse pad
shareware games on diskette

mouse pad
diskettes
novelty or personalized disk labels
anti-static wrist band
travel mug (so that things won't spill on the computer)
a list of your favorite Web sites

cowboy hat
bolo tie
western belt buckle
boot protector
gift certificate for country dancing, horseback riding, rodeo, etc.
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large basket or box
assorted bags of flavored popcorn
other snacks like chips, nuts, candy
pre-recorded movies
TV Guide subscription
TV Remote holder
Comfortable slippers
Cushion

cycling helmet
cycling gloves
water bottle
reflectors
sunglasses
odometer
patch kit

‘rubbermaid’ storage container
glue gun and glue sticks
acrylic paints
assorted brushes a craft knife
other craft supplies such as beads, pompoms, wood sticks, buttons, stickers, dried flowers, etc. craft patterns or how-to books small terra cotta plant pots flexible stencils
acrylic paints tape brushes
spray polyurethane
seeds to plant when pots have been decorated
assorted needles or crochet hooks assorted patterns buttons ribbons personalized "made by" labels wool

large dog bowl
squeaky toy
rawhide bone
dog biscuits
dog brush
dog collar
leash

A box of pasta (this looks really nice if you buy the colorful pasta and put it in a mason jar)
jar of sauce
a jar of shaker cheese
clove of garlic
shaker of Italian seasoning
a pasta spoon or wooden spoon with a ribbon tied on the handle
a pair of candles for romantic lighting
two cupcakes or a bag of gourmet cookies
gift certificate from the local movie rental place.

wedding planner
unity candle
garter
cake knife
honeymoon travel information or tickets
wedding decorations
wedding album

plastic box
resistors
capacitors
wire pliers
soldering iron and solder
light bulbs
LED lights
printed circuit boards
project books
wire cutters ~
electrical tape

tote bag :
towel
water bottle
workout tapes or magazines
power bars
sports drinks
sports socks
gym membership

briefcase
daytimer
business card holder
pen and pencil set
newspaper subscription
shoe polish
reference books
desk calendar
coffee mug

cards
checkers
dice
pads
pens
microwave popcorn
dominoes
puzzles.

baby's bath tub
hooded towel
wash cloth
rubber ducky
baby shampoo
baby powder
baby lotion
terry sleeper

children's artwork
gifts made by the kids
picture frames
videos of the family
a long-distance calling card
Extras: fill out the basket with:
Candy
Coffee
Tea
Biscuits
Christmas ornaments
candles, etc.

subscription to his favorite magazine
his favorite cologne
comfy, warm slippers
a gift certificate to his favorite sports shop
his favorite cookies or treat
his favorite popcorn spices
his favorite action movie
a nice picture frame

Fill a Southwestern-style clay or terra cotta bowl
spicy treats like domestic Salsa Jack cheese,
fresh jalapeño peppers,
gourmet salsa and blue corn chips.
Toss in a pair of traditional Mexican maracas for color and pizzazz

books and magazines on women's health issues;
a variety of herbal teas;
skin care lotions for maturing skin;
gentle hair care products with herbal scents;
skin care accessories, such as sponges, brushes and loofahs;
humorous coffee mugs;
Beatles CDs, for the memories.

a tackle box
assorted lures
Leaders
Pliers
Gloves
guide to local fishing

enamel fondue pot
blue cheese,
Swiss cheese,
crusty breads,
nuts,
figs,
apples
apricots.
Outfit each fondue set with matching plates or bowls color-tipped fondue forks and candles or burners

decks of cards
dice
poker chips
poker rule book
pocket electronic games
plane tickets to Vegas

a month-at-a-glance calendar
microwave popcorn
a football theme mouse pad
a sweatshirt with a favorite team's logo,
a hat with a favorite team's logo,
a mini AM/FM radio and binoculars
plastic raingear
a VCR tape

a cuddly teddy bear
candy or sweets
relaxing CD
a humorous book or a book about poems
a deck of cards
puzzles or games
cozy warm slippers
a funny movie

large terra cotta plant pot
If you like, you can personalize the pot by painting it with acrylic paints. When the paint is dry, spray a light coat of polyurethane over the pot to add a shine.
gardening gloves
hand trowel
hand rake
a selection of vegetable and/or flower seeds
bottle of liquid fertilizer
a gardening book
a subscription for a gardening magazine

her favorite cookies or candy
cheap make-up (so she can dress up)
junk jewelry
small inexpensive doll, or make one that is simple
a bed-time story book
a grown-up plain straw hat
that you decorate with fake roses, ribbon and lace
fancy grown-up dress shoes
ladies gloves
coloring book with washable markers
plastic tea set
bubble bath stickers
her favorite cartoon video

cook book featuring meals in 30 minutes or less
day timer to help them organize their time more efficiently
watch
information about or coupons for a shopping service which will do their shopping for them
coupons for other time saving services like dry-cleaning, tailoring, take-out food, car washes, etc.

a nice inspirational book about being a grandfather
his favorite sweets
cozy, warm slippers
a gift certificate to his favorite sports or outdoor store
a sports or outdoor magazine
his favorite cologne
a nice frame
a coupon to his favorite restaurant
his favorite movie
his favorite popcorn spices
hot/cold bag

basket or a golf bag
golf tees
golf balls
a baseball cap
sunscreen
score cards
a small towel
a can cooler to keep a can of pop or beer cold
Of course, don't forget to personalize the towel or baseball cap - you can stitch on them, use fabric paints, etc.

a small book about house cleaning
a book about how to cook easy meals
a large bag of popcorn kernels with their favorite spices
stationery, with self addressed envelopes already stamped
fancy pen to write home with
a phone card for calling home
their favorite sweets

bath salts or aromatherapy bath powder
an inspirational book about being a grandmother
a nice picture frame
her favorite flowers
her favorite sweets
cozy, warm slippers
a gift certificate to her favorite clothing store or craft store
some yummy cookie recipes
her favorite perfume

basket or a mixing bowl:
brown rice (in a bag tied with a ribbon or in a glass jar )
other grains like quinoa, spelt, bulgur, etc.
all-natural candy bars
tofu in aseptic packages (so it doesn't need refrigeration)
assorted spices
all natural skin and body care products

assorted picks
tuning fork
sheet music
CDs or cassettes of great guitar players
guitar strings
electronic tuner
lesson books

rubber garbage can
stapler
tacks
paper clips
pens
pencils
note pads
hole punch
desk lamp
desk calendar

maps
rain poncho
bear bells or repellant
trail mix
compass
first aid kit for hikers

recycling bin
a board game
popcorn kernels with spices
a crafty welcome sign or a wreath they can put on their door a healthy house plant
a plug in room freshener
bag of potpourri
a business card you make yourself - put your name address and phone number on it, so they can call you any time soothing flavored tea
Light bulbs batteries
toilet paper paper towels
cleaners some cans of soup
small bag of flour and sugar
cook book of easy and fast recipes small bag of dry pasta
potpourri scented candles
a book about recycling

Puzzles and reading material
tissues or a handkerchief,
a few refresher towelettes,
face washer
a little toothbrush and toothpaste kit,
some small snack items such as food bars, snack biscuit packs and little tuna lunch packs.

oversized breadbasket
olive oil,
gourmet Alfredo or red sauce,
breadsticks
domestic Italian-style cheeses like mozzarella, Asiago and Parmesan.
cheese grater
pasta rake
red and white checkered napkins.

ice cream scoop
gourmet sauces
sprinkles
cones
maraschino cherries
assorted nuts
sundae glasses and spoons
coupons for gourmet ice cream

tote bag
pedometer
sweat band ~ tapes and batteries for the Walkman ~ shoe laces ~
sport socks ~ personal alarm ~ t-shirt ~ water bottle in a shoulder or waist holder

jigsaw puzzle
puzzle mat
puzzle glue
coffee mug
magnifying glass
gourmet coffee

bubble bath
no-tears shampoo and conditioner
bath crayons
bath toys
bath mitt or decorative face cloth
printed towel
robe
slippers

pretzels,
oreo cookies,
popcorn,
peanuts,
chocolate bar,
M&M's,
jelly beans

rubber/plastic storage box
colored paper
crayons
stickers
pipe cleaners
buttons
pom-poms
white glue
kid scissors
wooden shapes
wobbly eyes
kid sized craft apron
sparkles

plastic pail
plastic shovel
sand molds
beach ball
plastic floatation device (deflated)
beach towel
flip-flops
sunglasses
sunscreen for kids ~
bathing suit

canvas onion bag
garlic press
can opener
jar opener
strawberry huller
egg slicer
cheese slicer
mixing spoons
measuring spoons and cups
egg timer
grater

children's lunchbox
pencil toppers
decorated pencils
colored pencils
rulers
plastic stencils which let them draw stars, circles,
stapler
children's scissors
water bottle in a shoulder or waist holder

little things everybody needs,
soap
stamps
matches
pens
paper towels
hand towels, etc.
Add a few more luxurious items to give it a more festive air.
another good idea is to add a pocket-sized puzzle or crossword book.
If you have some free samples of shampoo, toothpaste, etc, lying around, add them too!

several scented candles,
a cassette tape with romantic music,
a good bottle of wine or brandy,
two glasses,
a bottle of massage oil,
some good chocolates,
a cardboard note to hang on the door that says "Do Not Disturb".
Include a card with instructions to read "Close the door, turn off the phone.

overnight bag
socks
Underwear
Belt
Tie
tie clip
handkerchiefs
wallet
watch

Pick accessories for the outdoor or indoor middle-aged sports enthusiast:
sunscreen
sun visor
shoe and wrist reflectors
odorless pain-reliever gel
sports books on tape
a tape player with waistband attachment
blank VCR tapes
spare batteries for the TV remote control.
Include his favorite '60s and '70s music, in CD format
Select an appropriate, humorous T-shirt with a middle-age theme.

pre-recorded movies
movie soundtracks on CD or cassette
batteries for the remote control
head cleaner for the VCR
movie tickets or gift certificates
popcorn

subscription to her favorite magazine
bath salts or aroma therapy bath powder
her favorite scented candles
her favorite chocolate
a soft back romance novel
romance movie
comfy, warm slippers
a coupon to visit a spa for the day
her favorite flowers

decorative can
reeds/strings/drum sticks/mouthpiece - appropriate for the instrument they play
sheet music
valve oils for brass instrument players
Instrument strap
electronic tuner
metronome
recorded music of their favorite artists

fan club membership (look for their favorite musician on the Web)
CDs or  cassettes
Posters
biographies
sheet music
tickets to a concert
band t-shirts

cosmetic bag
nail polish
emery boards
nail clippers
nail brush
cuticle remover ~
nail file
nail polish remover
cotton balls

mystery novels
mystery game for computer
magnifying glass
puzzles or brain teaser books
how-to-host a mystery game

patterns
canvas
assorted thread
needles
thimble
frames for finished work

knapsack
binoculars
bird watching guide or wildlife or wildflower guide
log book
pen
maps
trail mix

tool box
screw drivers
wrench
hammer
pliers
assorted nails
screws
washers
gift certificate for the local hardware store
do-it-yourself book ~
assorted odds and ends:
light switch covers
light bulbs
duct tape
paint brushes
knobs and handles, etc.

large Dad mug,
bags of ground coffee,
a double photo frame for the office,
a new Dad T-shirt,
books on fatherhood,
disposable cameras,
high-energy snacks (to double as breakfast),
and a mini photo album for the office.

champagne
glasses
party hats
noise makers
sparklers
confetti
balloons
party invitations

small book about babies
cute picture frame to keep babies picture in
hot/cold muscle relaxing bag
lotion
bath salts or aroma therapy bath powder
her favorite scented candles
hot chocolate packets
large mug
relaxing music CD
easy recipes you make in 20 minutes or less

restaurant guide and/or gift certificates
movie reviews and/or tickets or tickets to a show or a concert
cab fare
lighted key chain

wine
wine glasses
pre-recorded movie
candle
candle holder
romantic pre-recorded music
appetizers: cheese and crackers, olives

decorative tin
paints (acrylic, water color or oil)
brushes
paper or canvas
charcoal

hearing aid
Geritol
joint ointment
hair replacement kit
bran flakes,
batteries (to re-charge)
doodle pad
Depends adult diaper
corn pads,
hemorrhoid ointment
a can of Ensure
denture paste
muscle rub
a bottle of Mylanta
magnifying glass

large pasta bowl
a package or two of gourmet pasta
tongs
a package of sun-dried tomatoes ~
extra -virgin olive oil
spices: oregano, basil, garlic powder…
collection of your favorite pasta recipes hand-printed on recipe cards
pasta cookbook

loofah
bubble bath
bath crystals
sponge
scented candle
sparkling cider,
relaxation eye mask
massage cream.

pizza stone or board,
arrange a variety of delicious domestic cheeses such as Parmesan, mozzarella and feta.
pizza cutter,
homemade pizza sauce
gourmet ingredients, like sun-dried tomatoes, olives and fresh herbs,

body cream
hand lotion
nail brushes
bubble bath
back massager
glycerin
soap.

deck of cards
cribbage board
find-a-word and/or crossword books
pencil
herbal tea
tea cup/spoon

Rubic's cube
3D puzzle
jigsaw puzzle
word-search book
crossword puzzle book
slider puzzles

a book about travel
their favorite sweets
coupon to their favorite activity store
a book about outdoor activities
a beginners how-to scrapbook book
crossword puzzle book with fancy pen
playing cards
a computers for beginners book

a gel eye-pack
Epsom salts or bubble bath
aroma therapy oils
scented candles
books on tape
hand-held massager ~
relaxing music on CD or cassette

Science fiction novels
sci-fi movies
collectible figures
Spock ears ~
books about their favorite shows or authors
tickets to a sci-fi convention

tote bag
Maps
travel mug
sunglasses
hotel coupons
tire gauge
beaded seat cover
travel games
recorded music on cassette or CD
car air freshener

sewing basket
needles
assorted threads (stick to basic colors: black, white, navy, cream)
pins
thimble
pin cushion
measuring tape
tracing wheel and paper
sewing club membership

favorite flavored tea
fancy mug
favorite sweets
favorite flowers
hot/cold bag
foot lotion or foot aroma therapy bath powder
coupon to her favorite restaurant

camera bag
assorted film
coupons for picture developing
filters for his/her camera
lens cleaning solution and cloth
assorted picture frames and/or albums

cushioned insoles
directories for local malls
gift certificates (get a lot of small ones for different stores)
tote bag to carry home purchases ~
parking pass

tissues
bonbons
soap opera magazines
biographies of their favorite stars
blank video tapes
fan club membership

tote bag
lip balm
sunscreen
goggles
gloves
scarf
ski pass
wax

tissues
bonbons
soap opera magazines
biographies of their favorite stars
blank video tapes
fan club membership

oversized soup cups or bowls
assorted domestic cheeses,
cans or box mixes of gourmet specialty soups,
sandwich rolls or crispy crackers.
Round off the gift with matching sandwich platters, soup spoons, recipe cards or a cookbook

flowers
candies
sweets
cookies
a book that only you would know they would like
scented candles
a book about friendship or poems about friendship
a movie only you would know they would like
popcorn kernels with their favorite spices

chili pot
Spices:   cayenne pepper, black pepper, white pepper, dried red peppers, chili powder, paprika
hot sauces like chili sauce
salsas
hot pickles (pick them up from an Asian food store)
fresh peppers
pepto bismol
recipes

helmet or hat
sports cards
baseball, puck, etc .
shoe, boot or skate laces
for the hockey player, add: lace tightener and some tape ~
for the baseball player, add: mineral oil, batting glove and gum
a sports video
subscription to a sports magazine
poster of their favorite player

pretty gift tin
writing paper
Envelopes
Pens
Pencils
note cards
post cards
glue
sealing stickers
personalized address labels

few notebooks,
pens,
some stamps and envelopes
a small sewing kit perhaps.
a small film canister with some coins for the laundrette.
A phone card.

a cuddly teady bear
candy or sweets
fruit
crackers cheeses
flowers
some soothing flavored tea

a sun hat
sunscreen
sunglasses
lemonade mix
novel

Loose tea,
tea bags,
infuser,
oversized mug,
spoon,
cup warmer,
decorative teapot,
miniature teapot,
porcelain teabag holder,
tins for holding tea

hat or packsack
subscription to his favorite teen magazine
movie pass
gift certificate to his favorite sports store or clothing store
his favorite cookies
his favorite music CD
pass to his favorite gym or sport activity
gel or cologne

large purse or cosmetic bag
subscription to her favorite teen magazine
movie pass
gift certificate to her favorite clothes store
gift certificate to a day at a spa
her favorite cookies
her favorite music CD
her favorite nail polish - with remover

thank you card, explain in detail what you are thanking them for
flowers
scented candles
soothing flavored tea
candies, sweets and cookies
fruit

travel bag
travel pillow
travel alarm
flight schedules
gum
magazines or novels
toothbrush

album
disposable camera
travel size shampoo
toothbrush
toothpaste
tums
shaving cream

large decorated cardboard heart box
pink sugar cookies
their favorite sappy movie
wine or de-alcohol wine
scented candles
heart candies or chocolates
a coupon for a free back rub you will be giving
a romantic music CD
bubble bath

pot or large bowl
your favorite recipes hand-printed on recipe cards
assorted dried beans
brown rice
sun dried tomatoes
spices: oregano, thyme, basil, garlic powder, etc.
mixing spoons
pot holders

mug
assorted cocoa mixes
peppermint sticks
hershey kisses
mini marshmallows

rubber tub
epsom salts or bubble bath
towel
pumice stone
foot lotion or foot powder
comfortable slippers
nail clippers

lip balm
Moisturizer
Mittens & warm cap
hot packs
hot chocolate

a silk scarf
scarf clip
earrings
belt
broach
necklace
perfume
evening purse

rubber/plastic box
assorted sand papers
chisels
router bits
saw blades
files
varnishes
brushes
paints
patterns and/or instructions
FILLERS
colored grass
straw raffia
fabric
colored, crumpled tissue paper

rubber/plastic box
grape vine wreath
dried flowers
pine cones
hot glue gun and glue
sticks
wreath hanger
ribbon

lined note pads
an engraved pen
reference books (dictionary, thesaurus,quotes, how-to books)
pocket tape recorder and tapes
style guide
newsletter or magazine subscription
books about how to get published

Ladies purse
Crockpot
Pasta bowl
Tera cotta pot
Large mug
Toy dump truck
Serving tray
Lunch box
Ice cream bucket
large picnic basket
baby bath tub
large salad bowl
medium sized cooler
large casserole dish
cowboy hat
laundry basket
sewing box - basket
tackle box
large cosmetic bag
backpack
large wok
storage container
gold fish bowl
cookie jar