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Unusual Gift Baskets

Make every season memorable by designing unusual gift baskets for your loved ones. These theme-oriented treasures are guaranteed to dazzle the receiver. Simply collect items that are part of your giftee’s hobby or special interest, assemble them all in an attractive vessel, thus omitting the need for a box or wrapping paper. Lastly, add a bow, and the whole gift is good to go!

Our balmy Gulf Coast climate brings us outside for most of the year. Your backyard barbecue buff might enjoy a rotisserie pan filled with cooking utensils, special sauces, potholders and whatever else comes to mind for the perfect cookout. Add a colorful ornament or ribbon. Voila! You have created a one-of-a-kind present.


The beauty of these presents is that you can use your imagination and design them in your own interesting way. If you have children, they will take great pleasure in helping to choose items for these unique gift baskets. Create something that’s affordable and won’t be duplicated. Put the joy back into “Joyous Giving” and make gift giving a delight for all.


For the woman who has almost everything, a basket filled with fun kitchen utensils or a toolbox may be the perfect addition to her life. Add a feminine ribbon or silk flowers, and your mission is accomplished.
 

 


Ice cream will forever remain a crowd-pleaser in paradise. Why not delight your recipient with an ice cream maker? Children of all ages will especially love it, making it a perfect activity for the entire family. Just assemble everything inside the ice cream bucket and watch the party come to life.


If your recipient holds a high-powered job or approaches life at top speed, she could probably use some major chill-out assistance. Why not load up a lovely wooden box with bath essentials, soothing teas, a relaxation tape, and fragrant candles?


Handcraft a thoughtful gift for your favorite beach fanatic by gathering a few essentials to maximize their fun in the sand. Arrange it all in a miniature wooden Adirondack chair to create an adorable gift. Your recipient will be thrilled that you spent time dreaming up something extraordinary for him or her.





 

 


If you would like one of these baskets created for you
contact Lucinda Snyder of Star Keeper Party Planning
941-468-1332.

 


Styled by Lucinda Snyder of Star Keeper Party Planning
Written by Diane E. Robertson
Photographed by Christiane Francin
Printed December 2005


For more information about this advertorial, call the business above.
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