Benefits of Using Garland in Gift Baskets

For those who are doing some make your own gift baskets for Christmas, you know that it is not only about what is in these gift basket, but the presentation of the basket as well. Many people who get these gift baskets often reuse the basket for something else. One of the best ideas that you can implement is to make your gift basket more Christmas-themed in how it looks with the help of garland, that those who receive this can then later use the basket as part of their own Christmas decor. However, how do you use garland to help build your gift basket?

First off, you are going to need a good-looking wicket basket or even wire. However, when you are using the garland, you will find that it looks amazing with the wicker. Keep in mind the size that you will need based on what you want to put into the basket for the recipient. Once you have the basket, you need garland greenery, some wire cutters, and some wire to start getting the basket ready for the gift.

Adding a Festive Touch

Make sure that you remove all the tags and the like from the basket to get it ready. Then take your garland and start to put this into the basket. You may find that draping this across the front is one of the easiest ways to decorate the basket itself. So, cut your garland to the length that is needed. Then take your wire and wire this garland onto the basket between the weaves of the wicker.

Next, once the green garland is hanging up, decide if you want to put some mini decor items into the garland or even flock this with some spray flocking to make this look rustic. Allow this artificial Christmas garland to completely dry if you do flock it.

With just these few simple steps, you have a gift basket that looks super Christmas, and is something that the person can use in their Christmas decor every year. Now, all you have to do is to figure out what to put into these gift baskets. What you put into the baskets is going to greatly depend on who you are giving this to.

However, here are some ideas to help get your basket underway:

1. If you have someone that loves books, consider putting in some comfy house socks that have a book lover saying on them, along with a few books or even a gift card for them to get the book they want, and add in a coffee mug so they can enjoy some coffee or hot chocolate while reading.

2. For the baker in your life, consider small packets of cookies they can make, a rolling pin, hand towels, silicone bakeware, or the like.

3. A pamper basket is great for anyone that can include some fluffy towels, aromatherapy items to help the person relax, some skincare items, and the like. You will find that this can be a great gift for any woman in your life!