Give With Meaning - From the Heart

The best gifts ever given or received are the ones which come from the heart. So if you're having trouble deciding what to give someone for their birthday, wedding, anniversary or a holiday, why not give from the heart and we at Family Pantry Collectibles can help!

Great Gift Basket Ideas

Gift baskets are easy and fun to put together. Not only that, they don't take a whole lot of time. Here are  ideas you can choose from that are catered to individual preferences, tastes and likes:

Ideas for Every Person, Every Occasion:

ANY THEME BASKET - Webkinz Lion, Leopard, Bull Frog, Hippo, Golden Retriever Plush toys. Everyone’s favorite friend,  is ready to be loved! Super soft toy is perfect for hours of imaginative play, with a special access code to the online Webkinz world of games, stories, and so much more.
BATHROOM - Decorative soap holder, matching hand towels and soap, air fresheners, bath salts, powders, loofah sponge
BABY - baby items such as blankets, diapers, bottles, pacifiers, baby lotion, teething rings, small picture frame or photo album, baby toys and rattles, stuffed animals
BRIDAL - Sweet-smelling things such as perfumes, candles, soaps, photo album, picture frame, jewelry, lingerie
CAT or DOG LOVER - Cat/dog toys, books about cat/dog stories, manuals about cats/dogs, cat/dog collectibles, goodies, cross-stitched cats/dogs, photo album
CHOCOLATE LOVER - Box of chocolates, chocolate-covered cherries, chocolate-flavored favorites such as candy bars or Tootsie Rolls, homemade chocolate chip cookies
COFFEE LOVER - Variety of flavored coffees and creams, book, mug, mints, cappucino, small stuffed animal, etc.
CROSSWORD or GAME LOVER - Crossword books, chess set and board games, etc., pencils, goodies such as candy, coke, gourmet jelly beans, etc.
COOKBOOK LOVER - cookbook, recipe cards, coupon holder, cooking magazine subscription, aprons and gloves, potholders, kitchen decor and collectibles.
CRAFT LOVER - Pattern books, yarn, needles, thimbles, quilting thread, quilting needles, batting, quilt squares, lap magnifying glass, DMC floss, floss holder, scissors, cross-stitch magazine subscription, canvas, beads, scented candles
FATHERS- Golf items, shaving items, fishing items, cologne, any sports theme, T-shirt, cap, peanuts, pens, books, cross-stitched item, BBQ items such as favorite BBQ sauce and beer
GARDEN LOVER - Seed packets, garden tools, decorative pots, gardening book, garden gloves, special garden sprayer, small decorative yard items such as ducks, squirrels, turtles
KITCHEN - Potholders, utensils, magnets, decorative flower pot and flowers, time-saver items such as Slap Chop, knick-knacks, closet organizers, decorative art and humorous kitchen signs
MOTHERS - Candles, candle holders, potpourri, sachets, scented soaps, lotions, perfumes and powders, jewelry, book, small stuffed animal, box of chocolates or bag of candy
MOTORCYCLE LOVER - a gas gift card, leather items, gloves, collectible mini-motorcycles such as Harley Davidson brand or memorabilia, T-shirt, mp3 player, disposable camera
MUSIC LOVER - favorite CDs, mp3 player, books about favorite artists, iTunes gift card, homemade candy or cookies
NEWLYWEDS - Wineglasses, candles, sparkling cider or wine, him/her/couples books, house decorations, housewarming items such as knick-knacks, flowers, wall hangings, alarm clock, etc.
PICNIC, BBQ BASKET - Plastic plates, cups, utensils, napkins, salt and pepper shakers, matchsticks or lighter, BBQ items, apron, bag of candy
TEA LOVER - Tea cup, tea box, tea cookies, variety of flavored teas, books, magazines, knick knacks, candle, mints, chocolates
TEACHERS - Apple items, framed cross-stitch, pens, pencils, notepads, calculator, books, desk items, homemade cookies or candies, box of chocolates, etc.
SPORTS LOVERS - Collectibles from their favorite football, basketball, baseball, soccer teams or tennis players, books, tickets to games, bag of candy or peanuts or chocolates.

Finishing Touches

1. Before putting on the final touches, keep in mind that you can find some pretty neat,  unique and unusual items for that special person at Family Pantry Collectibles or second-hand stores.
2. Buy a basket, size based on everything you will put in it.
3. Buy colored cellophane sheets for wrapping.
4. Tie with ribbon.
5. Add large bow and you're done!