1. Get a basket - the basket isn't exactly compulsory. You can swap the traditional wicker basket for a box (that you can decorate) or you could even wrap the gifts in a sheet of plastic and tie it with a bow. You can buy a small, medium or large white wicker basket from eBay from £3.49
2. Decide on a theme - this is the most important step. Think about the person you're giving it to and what they're like. Like if they're really into beauty, you could have a theme of makeup. Or if they really like cooking, you could have a theme of global ingredients.
3. Fill up the basket - once you've decided on the theme, simply buy several items to put in the basket (make sure you have a realistic budget!). Depending on the size of your basket/holder, make sure they will all fit, i.e don't buy insanely huge items for a tiny basket and vice versa. For example, if your basket is based around the theme of makeup, you could add items like eyeshadow, eyeliner, nail polish. Tip: try not to buy specific items, like foundation, as you may not know their preferences in colour or shades based on their skin colour.
4. Gift receipt - always always always attach a gift receipt incase they need to return something, eg. if they are allergic or just don't like it much. The best things about the gift receipts are that they don't say how much you spent, instead they can only exchange items.
5. Spice it up - add a bow or glitter or anything really to jazz it up a little. Presentation is really key here as if it looks scruffy, it won't look like much thought or appreciation has gone into it, unless the scruffy look is what you're going for!
Kayla x
