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As a gift for a friend or a new neighbor, a well designed basket has endless possibilities. For example, a gift basket can be both practical and beautiful. Thrill new parents with everything they need to bathe their bundle of joy–cotton swabs, shampoo, powder, lotion, washcloths, a new towel or robe, perhaps even a rubber ducky! Welcome a new neighbor by creating a “local basket.” Is there a local restaurant favorite that has a barbeque sauce that is to die for or a coffee house willing to donate items to promote business? A basket for a friend who loves to cook could include some recipe books, a few large and small kitchen/cooking items, an apron or oven mitts, etc.
When assembling, creativity counts too! You could find a washtub for the baby bath items or a Dutch oven to place kitchen items in. Choose a few larger and some smaller items, and some packing material. This could be some recycled paper grass, or another type of stuffing to display the items. A cellophane bag with a ribbon tied around it or plastic shrink wrap makes for a perfect finish! Whatever the occasion, a gift basket is sure to please anyone!