What do you put in a Valentine's Day basket?

The best gift baskets tie in your recipient's interests and items that match the occasion. For example, gifting a few of your significant other's favorite movies or books, along with chocolates, flowers, or other confectionaries can make the perfect Valentine's gift. Just don't forget a card and festive wrapping!

How do you make a romantic basket?

1. Movie Night Basket: Fill a basket with a romantic movie, popcorn, candy, and a cozy blanket for a cozy night in with your significant other. 2. Spa Day Basket: Create a relaxing at-home spa experience by filling a basket with bath bombs, face masks, candles, and a plush robe.

What can I include in a gift basket?

For this idea, think of all the things you associate the most with feeling loved, such as chocolates, love notes, warm hugs, fresh flowers, personalized jewelry, and anything else that makes you feel all aglow . Customize it with: Cozy socks to keep their toes toasty.

How do you make an impressive gift basket?

Follow these steps: Place a layer of tissue paper or filler material at the bottom of the container to create a cushion. Arrange the tallest or largest items at the back of the container to create a visual balance. Gradually fill in the space with smaller items, ensuring everything is visible and aesthetically pleasing. More items...

How do I make my gift basket stand out?

For example, a winter-themed basket could include cozy blankets, hot cocoa mix, and scented candles. A personalized candle is a perfect addition to a wellness basket. Add a handwritten note to your greeting cards for a more personal touch. Add a personalized gift tag to really make your basket items stand out. Sep 12, 2023

What is the most popular gift given for Valentine's Day?

If you're unsure about what to get your special someone for Valentine's Day, the survey says that the most traditional gifts are the most desired: 48% want a nice dinner at a restaurant . 34% want chocolates. 31% want flowers.

What is a popular gift for Valentine's Day?

Best Valentine's Day Flowers Everyone loves getting a big bouquet of flowers as a gift. We found 25 (non-bodega) options, including a classic rose-forward bouquet, a box of blooms that supports local growers, and a candy-pink potted anthurium that won't start wilting on February 15.

What are the three most common gifts during Valentine's Day?

Or, roses, chocolate-covered strawberries, and a box of chocolates still remain the most popular gifts for Valentine's Day.

What can I give for Valentine's Day besides candy?

Other ideas include a book, a spa gift card or basket, a custom photo album or engraved jewelry . Of course, objects can't compare with the gift of experience; some ideas are a concert, cooking class, wine tasting, movie night or weekend getaway.

What do you put in a heart basket?

Cut a strip of card stock or construction paper to make the handle. Glue the ends on the inside of the heart basket. Once the glue dries, fill the basket with candy, chocolates, confetti, or valentine notes . For a sturdier basket, use felt instead of paper.

Our Favorite Homemade Valentine’s Day Basket Ideas

Posted by Wilton | Jan 24, 2023

Looking for a fun gift for Valentine’s Day? Try surprising the loved ones in your life with one of these homemade Valentine’s Day baskets!

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The best Valentine’s Day gifts are the ones that are a bit out of the (candy) box. Sure, flowers and chocolates are nice, but why not treat your loved one to a curated basket of yummy treats you made yourself (or, better yet, treats you can make together!)

These DIY Valentine’s Day baskets are perfect for couples, families and friends who love to bake and eat together. From a casual family breakfast basket to a cute chocolate fondue date night, these Valentine’s gift basket ideas are great for showing your loved one how much you care!

Kid-Friendly or Friend-Friendly Gift Basket

I donut know what I’d do without you! With this donut and candy-kabob basket, you can treat your BFF, your kids, or your loved one to something sweet and delicious.

Assemble the kabobs yourself using your favorite homemade and store-bought treats, then arrange them in a cute vase for a fun twist on a floral display. You can also fill a basket with treat sticks, a mini donut pan, and a few delicious store-bought treats and snacks and have fun assembling the kabobs together.

Family-Friendly Gift Basket

Get everyone in on the fun with this cookie lover’s gift basket. Great for kids to do with their parents, this fun decorating idea combines two great things (cookies and sprinkles) for one fun family activity!

Prepare this basket with homemade or store-bought sugar cookies, then add cookie icing bottles in pink, white and red. Finally, complete your basket with a whole bunch of Valentine’s Day sprinkles!

Rom-Com Movie Night Gift Basket

These Valentine’s Day treat bags, filled with candy and popcorn, are the perfect accompaniment to your favorite date night movie. Fill your gift basket with a variety of packaged sweets: we suggest popcorn drizzled with Candy Melts candy or candy-coated pretzels.

Complete your basket with a few romantic DVD’s and a big, cozy blanket!

Boyfriend or Girlfriend Gift Basket

These heart and arrow cookies are a great Valentine’s Day gift basket for him or her! Start off your basket with this set of arrow and heart-shaped cookie cutters, then add some cookie icing and sprinkles for a fun date night idea you can both do together.

Chocolate Fondue Date Night Gift Basket

Keep it classic with this fun chocolate date night! Build your basket by starting with this cute red chocolate fondue pot, perfect for two! Add a bag of our delicious Chocolate Pro melting wafers, then fill it in with your favorite dippers! We suggest pretzels, cookies, marshmallows and, of course, fresh strawberries!

Breakfast in Bed Gift Basket

For a creative Valentine’s Day gift basket for her, look no further than this cute breakfast in bed idea! This delicious homemade French toast is baked in a heart-shaped pan, then served with fresh berries and maple syrup for a tasty start to your Valentine’s Day celebration.

Candy Lover’s Gift Basket

If your Valentine loves all things sweet, this DIY candy bark gift basket is perfect. Start off your basket with a 9 x 13 in. cookie pan, then add Candy Melts candy in all your favorite colors. You can even throw in some pretzels, nuts, or sprinkles to add texture to your candy bark.

Truffles for Two Gift Basket

Skip the store-bought treats and fill a Valentine’s Day gift basket with some homemade truffles. This No-Bake Cookie Truffle recipe is sure to please, or try your hand at making cake balls or cake pops for your Valentine.

The Chocolate-Covered Strawberry Gift Basket

Go big with the ultimate Valentine’s Day gift basket! This gift idea starts off with the Mini Fondue Set, which comes with four dipping forks. Then, add a batch of some fresh strawberries, your favorite melting chocolate (we suggest Chocolate Pro melting wafers) and some Valentine’s Day sprinkles for color and texture.

A fun activity for couples, families and friends, this gift basket idea is sure to please anyone you care about!

How are you celebrating Valentine’s Day? Let us know in the comments below!

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