Looking for the best DIY gift baskets to give to your friends and family for the most festive time of the year? Here are 19 insanely thoughtful and cute DIY Christmas gift basket ideas they will love!
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The most festive time of the year is almost here! And, I for one am super excited. I especially love driving around the neighborhood at nighttime and looking at all the beautifully decorated exteriors of the houses. I am always awestruck and out of words. It’s beyond stunning. I also always wonder how high their electric bill will be, LOL!
Another one of my favorite things about Christmas is gift-giving, no surprise there! Although I love me some expensive, luxury gifts, not everyone can afford them, which is why gift baskets are such a good idea. They can be as expensive or as budget-friendly as you’d like.
They are made up of many different things like personal products, clothes, shoes, jewelry, household items, sentimental gifts, and much more. You can make these entirely custom and friends and family will love them. Without further ado, let’s take a look!
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DIY CHRISTMAS GIFT BASKET IDEAS
1. basket for chocolate lovers
This one is for all the chocolate and cocoa lovers. The most festive time of the year is also the coldest time of the year. Make sure your loved one stays warm during the brutal weather and gift them this basket filled with, cute mugs, coffee stirrers, hot cocoa mix, chocolate syrup, and fluffy marshmallows.
2. Merry Christmas
How cute is this basket? The butter shortbread cookies are a must-have! They are delicious so definitely include them in the basket! Add a few candy canes, Hershey’s Kisses, and hand soap, and place everything in a gorgeous red basket.
3. red rose baskets
Looking for romantic DIY Christmas gift basket ideas? This one is perfect! Grab some red roses, pine stems, and a nice bottle of wine. Place everything in a woven basket and get ready for the squeals of happiness.
4. basket full of sweets
This gift basket is perfect for those who have a sweet tooth. Include some cookies, sweet drinks, chocolates, and my favorite, Hershey’s Kisses. You can also include some other meaningful trinkets that they’ll love!
5. books and flowers
As a hardcore book girly, I approve of this basket. If you have someone in your life who loves to read, definitely recreate this basket for them. Buy a few of the books that are on their wishlist and also include some Christmas cookies.
6. basket for a football fan
Got friends or family who love Football? Curate a gift basket with all the goodies from their favorite team. Include shirts, cups, gloves, and other items they’ll love. Make sure to add some red and green decor for a little festive cheer.
7. cards & candles
Candles are a must for any person. They make the space smell incredible and are super cheap. So if you’re on a tight budget, this is the one for you! Get a nice candle and a Christmas card ( you can write in it yourself or buy one already pre-written) and include a few flowers to complete the basket.
8. mixed nuts & chocolate brittles
This basket is literally my dream! Include lots of treats that the recipient will love! Such as chocolates, biscuits, bread, cake, chips, and some tasty beverages. How fun would it be to just snack on these while watching your favorite TV show?
9. Watch Me Whip
Looking for DIY Christmas gift basket ideas for the cook? This is just the one for you! Include some kitchen essentials like oven mitts, measuring cups, a whisk, a mixing bowl, and some other items such as ingredients.
10. basket for home
Who doesn’t love a good bottle of dish soap or a cute mug?! This is great for moms or people who love to cook in general. Include a cute mug, some dish towels, scented soap, and some marshmallows to add on top of your hot cocoa!
11. basket for kids
Got some nieces and nephews or children of your own? If so, then you need to recreate this gift basket! Gather up some crayons, markers, coloring books, crossword puzzles, and add in a cute toy as well.
12. teas & flowers
Some people love coffee and others love tea. if a friend or family of yours loves to drink tea as well, then they’ll surely appreciate this. Find out what their favorite brand of tea is and buy a couple of packs of those. Make sure to buy some crackers as well because that is a delicious combo.
13. basket for sweet lovers
Here is another DIY Christmas basket idea for the sweet tooth. Buy some pies, cakes, candies, and basically anything sweet that you know they’ll love and place it into a woven basket. You can make it a bit more festive by adding red and green ribbons.
14. healthy gift basket
We all have that one health nut in the family who literally won’t eat anything “unhealthy”. Recreate this adorable little basket just for them. Include their favorite fruits, some healthy snacks, and salsa because why not? And of course, fill the basket with pine stems.
15. tea & treats
Here is another super adorable gift basket idea for the tea lover. As previously mentioned, buy a few packs of their favorite brand of tea and also include some other snacks and sweet treats. (and a bottle of wine won’t hurt wither).
16. Mini gift basket
This may just be the most adorable little Christmas gift basket ever. Incorporate cookies, chocolates, and some stickers for journaling. You can also add a gift card to their favorite store for a little something extra.
17. shelf love gift basket
Looking for the best DIY Christmas gift basket ideas for the charcuterie board lover? This one is perfect. Include a variety of cheeses, meats, and crackers. Along with a wooden board and some fruits.
18. Secret Santa
Another super cute gift basket your friends will love! If you’re doing Secret Santa this year, this basket is perfect. Add some sweet treats like Kit Kats, Snickers, And some chocolates of course! Also, incorporate a nice mug for the hot cocoa.
19. Santa with sweets
Last but not least, we have a gift basket with a little bit of everything. Add some sweets, chocolates, roses, toys, nice gifts, meaningful trinkets, and some pine stems for the festive cheer. They will love you forever if you gift them this!
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