How to Put Together a Do It yourself Baby Gift Basket
When a close friend or family member has a baby, of course you will want to give them a present. And while it is always nice to give a gift basket, they can be quite pricey. But with a little work, you can make a do it yourself baby gift basket that will rival anything you can purchase. And when you make it yourself, not only is it more personal, but you have limitless options.
Getting Started with a Do it Yourself Baby Gift Basket
The first thing you will want to do is start with a theme. How do you choose a theme? First, think if there is something special that you and the family have in common. If you are in a book club together, a baby reading basket will be perfect. If you and the family regularly go out to dinner, a mealtime fun basket will be a welcome choice. And if they are first time parents, a basket of essentials will likely be a much needed gift.
Purchasing Items for your Do it Yourself Baby Gift Basket
Once you've chosen a theme, it's time to start purchasing items to go in your do it yourself baby gift basket. Some ideas for themes and items to put in your do it yourself baby gift basket:
Baby Essentials - diapers, baby wipes, baby lotion, formula, baby shampoo, and bibs
Bath Time Basket - baby shampoo, baby soap, washcloths, bath toys, hooded towel
Good Night Basket - CD with lullabies, soft blanket, and a bedtime stuffed animal
Mealtime Fun - bottles, baby utensils, baby bowls, bibs, placemats, and baby food
Baby reading basket - a selection of favorite baby books along with a stuffed animal to read with
Clothing basket - a basket full of baby clothes and accessories
There are limitless possibilities for themes and items to put in the basket. You will also need to purchase a basket or other container to put it all in! Depending on your theme, you don't have to put everything in a basket. For example, a pretty laundry basket or baby bath tub can be the perfect container to put your gift in, and is something that the new parents will be able to use after the contents are gone.
Assembling Your Do it Yourself Baby Gift Basket
The final step is to assemble your do it yourself baby gift basket. Very often, the reason that baby gift baskets are so expensive is because of the packaging. Arranging the items so they look nice, and wrapping the entire basket in cellophane makes the difference between a basket of stuff vs. a gift that your friends will ooh and ahh over.
