Gift baskets for women say, “I’m thinking of you.” “I care about you.” Or, “I love you.” And who among us does not long to be thought of, cared about, and loved? All women — wives, teachers, lovers, business associates, girlfriends — appreciate a gift basket. And if there are a lot of women in your life, you can have all the fun of choosing the many ways to make them feel special.

“Personal day” are perfect gift basket days. Special “personal days” include her birthday and wedding anniversary. And there are universally “special days” like Valentine’s Day, Easter, Mother’s Day, Christmas, and New Years.

The gift basket you give should contain special items in tune with the event the basket acknowledges. Are you going to a baby shower? Your basket might hold such welcome necessities as a pacifier, baby bottle, bibs, rattles, and more.

Are you in the mood for romance? Try a women’s gift basket loaded with chocolates and sparkling wine. What are our favorites? Harry & David Chocolate Covered Cherries or Gloria Ferrer Brut sparkling wine?

Should you be going to a housewarming party, bring a gift basket full of nice treats for the new homeowners. They will say “Thanks!” during a break from moving boxes. Include coffee, chocolate, their favorite cookies, pretzels, cheese and crackers, and tea. A six-pack of micro brew beer is a nice touch, too.

Perhaps you are going to a wedding shower. Think beyond the Mrs.-to-be; your basket can give both the future Mr. and Mrs. a treat. We love a “breakfast for two” basket. Pack two coffee mugs, gourmet coffee, pancake mix, and pure maple syrup. Add a red rose to complete your gift.

It may be safe to say that all humans love to be pampered. So it follows that the “uber” gift baskets for women are full of items that pamper. Build a “spa basket” containing unique personal items guaranteed to make a woman look and feel beautiful from the top of her head to the tip of her toes: moisturizing creams, nail moisturizers, scrubs, and ointments. Add some lovely extras: a cozy pair of slippers, a pumice stone, nail trimmers,. Do not forget to add current issues of women’s magazines.

You will find so many reasons to give gift baskets, and also so many occasions to give them. You will need to ask a simple question: “Should I build the gift basket, or buy it pre-assembled?”

We suggest you put the basket together yourself. A personally-made basket is considerably more touching than any you could buy. First, buy a fine-quality basket at your local florist or home store. Line it with tissue paper or lovely fabric, then arrange the personal gift items you have chosen. Tie with a ribbon and add a gift card. Wrap in cellophane or simply leave it as-is.

Naturally, purchasing a pre-made gift basket is simpler, but the cost can be prohibitive. You have thousands of choices. Google “Gift Baskets.” Even though you lose the personal touch, pre-packaged gift baskets are an excellent choice for both you and the one to whom you give the gift. You shop online or in a store and have your purchase shipped automatically. And your recipient will be all smiles when the doorbell rings and she finds your gift basket on her doorstep.

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