Christmas Gift Basket

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Q: Christmas Gift basket help?
I am putting together gift baskets for Christmas, I want to do an icecream type theme, I am thinking of calling it a Summer in December basket (opposite of the saying Christmas in July). What do you think, do you have any other ideas? I am putting in cones, waffle bowls, nuts, hot fudge sauce, caramel, cherries, sprinkles, maybe a gift certificate to get the ice cream. What else should I include?

A: Definitely put in the gift certificate to get ice cream, I mean, afterall it is about ice cream, right? Or you can put in a giftcard. Along with the items, maybe add chocolate (some people put chocolate candy like food/kisses on their ice cream). Overall, I think you have enough in the basket but try to add a gift certificate/giftcard! Love the idea!

Q: What all should go in my Christmas gift baskets?
So my hubby are a little tight on money as we are trying to save all the money we can for our little one on the way. However, that won't make me skip Christmas, we just have to be a little creative. I have decided that for our families we are going to make fun and yummy filled Christmas baskets. So I need as many creative and yummy ideas that you have! I've already thought of fudge, hot chocolate, ginger bread men, etc But what else would make this basket perfect for our moms and dads? Thank you!!

A: Chocolate truffles http://www.joyofbaking.com/ChocolateTruffles.html Chocolate Mint Brownies http://www.joyofbaking.com/barsandsquares/ChocolateMintBrownies.html Raspberry Filled Shortbread http://www.joyofbaking.com/shortbreads/RaspberryWhiteChocolateShortbreads.html Chessecake Squares http://www.joyofbaking.com/barsandsquares/CheesecakeSquares.html This is a must for our family, you can make several different flavors and colors and then tie different colored pieces in cellophane for a festive look. *yummy too* Broken Glass Candy confectioners' sugar 3 3/4 cups granulated sugar 1 1/4 cups light Karo syrup 1 cup water Food coloring 1 teaspoon oil flavoring (available at pharmacy in flavors such as cinnamon, anise, wintergreen, spearmint, lime) Sprinkle confectioners' sugar on 2 (15 x 11-inch) cookie sheets. Combine sugar, Karo syrup and water in heavy saucepan and stir over medium heat until sugar dissolves. Continue to cook, without stirring, until syrup reaches 290 degrees F on candy thermometer. Remove from heat and add food coloring to desired intensity and the desired oil flavoring. Pour onto cookie sheets, cool and break into small pieces. Makes 2 1/4 pounds.

Q: what items would you like to receive in a christmas gift basket?
These are for employees - 20 baskets - approx value $150.00

A: candles,chocolates,sweet smelling potions and lotions,gift cards,my list can only grow......did U have a specific size in mind lol!

Q: Suggestions for Christmas gift basket for boss and wife?
I always make a basket or unique container stuffed with home baked goodies but, I would like to include something new and interesting this year...any ideas? She doesn't cook and they don't drink? The flowers are a good idea, but I have done the candles in the past as well as gormet coffee. I do my own homemade candies and goodies so, what else could I put in there?

A: I always prefer a bottle of nice wine, plus some cheeses, and some nice fruit (like grapes, peaches, cherries - seasonal). It's classy and fits both the wife and boss. Or, you can go to ProFlowers and just get one of those pre-made wine/fruit baskets with specialty fruit. Always unique. Good luck.

Q: what are some christmas gift basket ideas?
I want to make a gift basket for both my mom and stepdad

A: 1 bottle of wine, crackers, cheese, and a few chocolates with a bag of coffee stacked on top of brown grass decorated with a bow. I do this every year for my friends.

Q: Can anyone give me some suggestions for Christmas Gift Basket items for ladies?


A: Well my mom used to make gift baskets for holidays and things like that and one of the holiday baskets she made was with a really nice brass/gold colored wire basket and it had some really nice gormet hot chocolates, coffees, some nice mugs, biscotti cookies, and just other things like that and I thought it was a really good idea and different from all the other spa baskets and stuff.

Q: christmas gift basket ideas?
i need boy/ girl & men/women gift basket themes for christmas. i need inexpensive items too so stuff that i can find in like a wallmart is awesome. ideas? =] thx (its for a raffle btw)

A: Here are some ideas: Santa's Workshop-All different types of small toys, coloring books, crayons, etc. Santa's Goodies-Cookies, hot chocolate, kids cup, straw, and other sweets. Snow Day-Gloves, hat, snow man making kit, small shovel for digging in the snow, hot chocolate, kids cup and straw. Christmas Stationary basket-Address book, envelopes, Christmas cards, stamps, pens, and note paper. Dog Lovers Basket-Squeaky Toy, Tennis Balls, Pet Photo Frame Dog Biscuits, Rawhide Bone, Feeding Bowls, Dog Brush, Dog Collar & Leash and or Dog Care/Training Book Cat Lovers Basket-Toy mouse, cat treats, cat toy, pet photo frame, pet ornament, and feeding bowls. Cold Winters Night-Fleece blanket, hot chocolate, coffee, Christmas mug, candle, and slippers. Gingerbread-Gingerbread house, gingerbread cookies, gingerbread scented candle, gingerbread cookbook, gingerbread pot holders, and or a whisk. Movie Night-Popcorn, candy, soda, and a Christmas DVD. Coffee Lovers-Coffee, creamers, coffee mug, and cookies. Homemade Goodies-Homemade cookies and other candies, ornament, blanket, decoration, etc. Book Basket-Books, book lamp, and some candy. Christmas Baking Basket-Cookie Cutters, cook book, whisk, pot holders, sprinkles, and cookie iceing.

Q: Christmas gift basket for friends?
I need ideas on what to put into a basket to my closest friends. I have about 3 to give to, and want it to be meaningful, but not break the bank. they are all 14 and girls of course. please help!

A: For you edible arrangements is the best option for gift giving http://www.ediblearrangements.com/Arrangements/Arrangements.aspx?ArrangementCategoryID=41

Q: What do i put in a facial/manicure gift basket for christmas?
some non expensive items please i don't know what to get her because she is picky so please help me get her something she would like for christmas i really need help on this.i have really no idea what to get her

A: polish remover polish toe separator cotton balls/tips base coat top coat file cuticle cream cuticle pusher hand moisturizer homemade facial recipes essential oils haha then a gift card to the local grocery store to buy some ingredients, lol.

Q: Christmas Gift Basket for my boyfriend?
I was thinking about doing a video gaming gift basket, but i'm really not sure what to put in it. He is getting a PS3 from his father, so I was thinking maybe a few video games, but that can be expensive. I put my limit at 200$ so if anyone has any ideas that would be helpful let me know of something good! :) It doesn't just have to be gaming ideas but anything that would be good for a boyfriend (nothing like cologne or anything he has too much!)

A: get like one game and a wireless controller, maybe a movie or two and a bag of popcorn with his fav candy. or a cd he's been wanting, guys are easy! =) a picture frame with the both of you in it!

Q: Christmas gift basket ideas....????? Its early but I like to be prepared.?
I need a unisex gift idea. An example would be a basket with a couple movies in it, popcorn soda and candy. I would like it to have a theme if possible. Please Help!!!!

A: Cooking basket-pot holder, whisk, spices, cook book, salt and pepper shakers. Book basket-Book, book mark, reading lamp, and snacks Wine and Cheese Basket-Bottle of wine, wine glasses, cheeses, and cheese cutting board. Put it in a small wooden crate with straw. Pasta Lovers-pasta, sauce, garlic bread mix, parmasan cheese and shaker, and wooder spoon. Put everything in a colender Cold night Basket-Hot chocolate, mugs, mini marshmallows, candles, slippers, and blanket. Coffee Theme-Coffee mugs, coffee and creamers, coffee grinder, and cookies Cookie Lovers Basket- cookie recipes or a cook book ,cookie cutters, chocolate chips, nuts ,decorator icing set, assorted sprinkles / hard candies, and fresh cookies. Put everything in a tin. Ice cream Sundae basket-ice cream scoop, gourmet sauces, sprinkles ,cones, maraschino cherries, assorted nuts, sundae glasses and spoons, and gift card to a ice cream shop. Chocolate lovers-chocolate covered cherries, hot chocolate, chocolate spoons, chocolate covered pretzels and cookies.

Q: christmas gift basket raffle?
i was thinking that a cute idea for christmas eve would be to have a raffle for small gift baskets. i don't have that much money and our extended family will be coming over. i think there should be a couple of baskets. everyone is aged 4 to about 60. there are lots of parents in their 50- 60s and then theres some 20 year olds. a couple of teenagers. a grandma whose in her 80s. and a 4 and 8 year old. how many gift baskets do you think i should make? and what themes should they be? =) thankyou and happy early holidays!

A: The amount of baskets you make depend on three things How much money you have to spend, How many people are going to be there, and how many people you want to get a basket. For the 4 and 8 year old you can make them their own special basket with a coloring books, crayons, stickers, stuffed animal, and a small toy or you can just have the baskets for the adults. Basket Ideas Santa's Goodies-Hot chocolate, Christmas Mug, and homemade cookies and other sweets. Gingerbread-Gingerbread cookies, Gingerbread man cook book, whisk, and a gingerbread scented candle. Cold Winter's Night-Fleece Blanket, hot chocolate, Christmas mug, candle and or a pair of one size fits most gloves Movie Night-Popcorn, candy bar, soda, cheap Christmas movie, or tickets to the movies. Christmas-Small Christmas decorations, ornament, hot chocolate, Christmas mug, Christmas CD or Christmas movie. You can buy everything I mentioned from the Dollar Store and try to buy items that you get more then one item so you can use it in more then one basket like the hot chocolate. Edit: My husbands family have a raffle every year and then the money is saved and used for the following year for food, drinks, baskets for next year, etc. so one person isn't stuck paying for everything and so they can plan for next year and get items when they are on sale.

Q: gift basket ideas?? Christmas gift for a friend please help?
so my friend is a real book worm and for Christmas thing year i was thinking of getting her like a little book basket. you know like all the things you need to curl up with a good book. i was thinking of putting hot chocolate mix in there and maybe like a stuffed worm or something. see im really stuck on this idea. anyone have any suggestions?

A: - bookmark - sticky notes - clip on book light - chocolate - pretzels - coffee mug - notebook - tea - box of cookies you can put it in a box and arrange it nicely, so when she wants to read the book, she can open the box, take out the book, bookmark, and snack/drink she wants

Q: What other Marinated Cheese recipes can I put in my Christmas Gift Baskets?
Someone gave me the idea to include Olive Oil Marinated Feta Cheese in my gift baskets that already include: Homemade pickled garlic, homemade honey butter, rum butter, bread, and Rice Crispy treats. I loooove the Feta cheese idea however, I found out that feta cheese is pretty exspencive. Do you think i can use Cheddar or jack? Or do you know a similar recipe for something along the same line as marinated cheese?

A: How about: Marinated Mozzarella 1 pound fresh mozzarella cheese 1 tablespoon parsley, coarsely chopped 2 tablespoons fresh basil, chopped 1/2 cup strong olive oil 2 teaspoons lemon juice Cut the mozzarella into 1-inch cubes. Place in a bowl. Add the parsley, basil, oil, and lemon juice and toss to coat. Let sit at room temperature for 3 to 4 hours before serving.

Q: Christmas for Dad Gift Basket?
I work at a floralshop/wedding planning agency. My boss has agreed to help me design my father a really nice giftbasket full of stuff he loves for christmas. Problem is, I have no idea of what to buy him to put in the gift basket. Hes very hard to buy for, but I do not want to get him a giftcard. I got my mother small things for her giftbasket, plus a spa day. I would like to make a "dad version of my mothers gift"

A: It seems like all dads are difficult to buy for. Maybe put a couple of magazines in his basket and if he likes puzzles (jigsaw) or crossword or search a words. Cd's or DVDs are a possibility also Candy or other treats are nice also Have fun