How Do You Put Together a Gift Basket?

Tips for Making Gift Baskets

1. Arranging Items in a Gift Basket

   • Start by placing the larger and heavier gift items in the back.
   • Place shorter and smaller items in front, arranging them so all gifts are visible.
   • Use tissue paper or shred to boost height for less visible items.

2. Selecting a Wicker Basket

   • Choose one large enough to hold all items but sturdy enough to secure them.
   • Wicker baskets make great gifts if receivers can reuse them.

3. Creating Stunning Gift Baskets

   • Find a container matching your theme.
   • Add items suited to the recipient.
   • Secure gifts in creative ways so they stand tall.

Guidelines for Packing Gift Baskets

• Find popular items that fit the theme or recipient at dollar or thrift stores.
• Use paper to separate items and prevent breakage.

Shipping Gift Baskets

1. How to Ship Gift Baskets
   • Secure the gift basket design in bubble wrap.
   • Assemble the box that will hold the gift basket.
   • Insert the bubble-wrapped basket into the box.
   • Add crushed, unprinted paper into the box’s corners.

Adding Items and Arranging Gifts

• Include filler like shredded newspaper, tissue paper, Easter grass, confetti, packing straw, or foam balls.
• When arranging items, start with taller pieces at the back and place eye-catching centerpieces on top.