www.simplicitygiftbaskets.com http://www.simplicitygiftbaskets.com Wed, 18 Jan 2012 10:53:25 +0000 en hourly 1 Gift Baskets: From a Realtor http://www.simplicitygiftbaskets.com/2012/01/13/gift-baskets-from-a-realtor/ http://www.simplicitygiftbaskets.com/2012/01/13/gift-baskets-from-a-realtor/#comments Fri, 13 Jan 2012 00:00:00 +0000 admin http://www.simplicitygiftbaskets.com/?p=7 If you’re a realtor you know the quickest way to a new customer is a referral. We think giving a gift basket to a new home owner (or seller!) is a great way to foster good will so here are a few things we suggest you include when you’re putting one together:
A list of resources: This is particularly helpful for new residents and should include everything from local restaurant menus to information on Security Systems Union City in their area. Whatever you’d want, pay it forward.
Pizza Certificate: No one wants to cook the second they move in and that’s why a certificate for a quick meal is always appreciated. They’ll remember eating it on the floor that first night and hopefully pass along your information.
Champagne: What’s better to celebrate buying a new house than a bottle of good champagne? Be sure to include classes and an opener, if necessary, so the new homeowners won’t be stuck staring at the bottle all night wondering which box the kitchen gear is packed in.
Gift baskets are a great way to build your clientele!

]]> http://www.simplicitygiftbaskets.com/2012/01/13/gift-baskets-from-a-realtor/feed/ 0 Gift Baskets: A Family Project In The Making http://www.simplicitygiftbaskets.com/2011/10/11/gift-baskets-a-family-project-in-the-making/ http://www.simplicitygiftbaskets.com/2011/10/11/gift-baskets-a-family-project-in-the-making/#comments Tue, 11 Oct 2011 00:00:00 +0000 admin http://www.simplicitygiftbaskets.com/?p=11 There is nothing more frustrating than not knowing what to get that friend for their birthday. It seems the only way to make that person happy is to buy them a little bit of everything. Doing this can be done easily when you make gift baskets. The magic of gift baskets is being able to make the goodies inside specifically for one person or purchase treats so general that anyone would love to have the basket.
Gift Baskets are the easiest presents because they can be used on any occasion. If you need a table decoration for Easter, fill a small basket with bright plastic grass add a chocolate rabbit and plenty of chocolate eggs for your guests. Halloween is the perfect time to use an old or broken basket. Spray paint the basket black with fake blood stains on the handle. Use the basket for trick-or-treaters or put a jack-o-lantern in the center. The same concept can be used no matter what holiday it is.
Gift Baskets can be used to buy a variety of spices for your culinary friend or even a bunch of candies and perfumes for a loved one. If you need to make a gift for an unknown recipient you can’t go wrong with gift cards or candles. There is a gift basket for all people and occasions.

]]> http://www.simplicitygiftbaskets.com/2011/10/11/gift-baskets-a-family-project-in-the-making/feed/ 0 The Art Of Designing The Perfect Gift Basket http://www.simplicitygiftbaskets.com/2011/10/10/the-art-of-designing-the-perfect-gift-basket/ http://www.simplicitygiftbaskets.com/2011/10/10/the-art-of-designing-the-perfect-gift-basket/#comments Mon, 10 Oct 2011 00:00:00 +0000 admin http://www.simplicitygiftbaskets.com/?p=10 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!

]]> http://www.simplicitygiftbaskets.com/2011/10/10/the-art-of-designing-the-perfect-gift-basket/feed/ 0 Gift Baskets: How To Give The Perfect Present http://www.simplicitygiftbaskets.com/2011/10/08/gift-baskets-how-to-give-the-perfect-present/ http://www.simplicitygiftbaskets.com/2011/10/08/gift-baskets-how-to-give-the-perfect-present/#comments Sat, 08 Oct 2011 00:00:00 +0000 admin http://www.simplicitygiftbaskets.com/?p=9 As the holiday season fast approaches, finding gift ideas for the special people in your life is more important than ever. Dazzle the ones you love with your thoughtfulness and consideration with the perfect gift. Filled with items they will love, a gift basket will show them how much you care.

Gift baskets are customizable for any person or any occasion. Since they are available in a wide range of sizes, gift baskets are easily filled with a variety of items to suit one’ s interests and hobbies. They make a statement and are visually attractive. From the pet lover to the world traveler, gift baskets for Christmas, Hanukah or Kwanzaa are a great idea.

For children, fill the gift basket with coloring books, crayons, toys and sweet treats for the perfect gift on Christmas morning. If a sports fan is on your gift giving list, a gift basket is easily personalized with their favorite sports team’s gear or memorabilia. Likewise, for the movie buff, fill the gift basket with everything they will need for their next movie night: popcorn, candy and soda.

While the holiday season is often filled with parties, festivities and obligations, it is easy to become overwhelmed by all the shopping that is required. Instead of spending hours scouring the mall or wrapping multiple presents, cut your time considerably by giving a gift basket. Easy to assemble, fast to wrap and fun to unwrap, gift baskets are the ideal gift to give and to receive.

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Cooking Themed Basket
Baking is a great choice for cooking themed baskets; there is an abundance of cute gadgets to add inside and out to create the perfectly complimented arrangement. If your basket is about creating the baked goods include a pastry towel as a liner, select a kitchen themed basket such as a French wire egg basket, and fill it with all your chosen goodies. Wrap it in smoky tinted cellophane and tie it up with kitchen themed ribbon. Tie a laminated recipe card for your favorite rolled sugar cookies to the top with three cookie cutters added for dimension.

Teenage Girl
Creating a gift basket for a teenage girl can take you on a whirl wind of all things glitzy and feminine. Choose a great storage tote in her favorite color theme form the home store as your basket base. Line it with a whimsical robe or fleece throw. Add all her favorite things. Use a mesh clothes hamper liner instead of cello wrap, drawing the cord tight to close. Attach a ring of hair ties, and a travel hair brush for interest when affixing the bow.

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