Whether the baby's gender is known ahead of time or not, the
introduction of the little one calls for gifts.
A unique gift basket for baby and mother is a gift that will be
appreciated by all - and it can be made easily.
DIY Unique Baby Gift Basket
What would you put into a do-it-yourself, unique baby gift
basket? We went looking, and were delighted at some of the
possibilities. Here are some examples that may help.
1. Pail of Presents: Begin with a pretty, useful pail instead
of a basket. Line the pail with a flannelette blanket, letting
the edges extend over the pail's top. Add a soft infant's toy,
baby soap, baby face cloths, and other bath items according to
the size of your gift basket. Finally, add a treat or two for
Baby's mother: chocolates, bath salts, a book, or a pretty
scarf.
2. Baby Cakes: These gift baskets are becoming very popular.
Make yours a unique baby gift basket by creating the cake
yourself. Begin with a "layer" of disposable diapers arranged
in a circle. Wrap a small pastel blanket or towel around the
diapers, and add diaper pin embellishments. Make the second
layer of bibs and face cloths rolled into an appropriate size.
Wrap to match the first layer. Insert soft toys in the top of
the baby cake. Wrap your gift basket in a large sheet of
cellophane and tie the top with a big bow.
3. Baby Sports Fan: Make a unique gift basket that reflects the
parents' sports interests. Begin with a hat or helmet from a
favorite sports team. Include booties, mittens, shirt, bib, or
other clothing in team colors. If your team offers baby items
with the team logo, choose from those. Most teams have a plush
version of the team mascot. Add that to the hat or helmet. Fill
with assorted, practical baby items for a unique baby gift
basket.
4. Dinnertime: This unique gift basket for baby looks good in a
white woven basket shaped like a bassinette. Line the gift
basket with a soft blanket or towels. Add a keepsake name
plate, with a gift certificate to have the name inscribed.
Include a set of baby silverware or stainless, a plastic dish,
and 2 bibs. Top with a soft plush teddy bear and treats for the
new mother.
5. Finances: Few gift baskets center on the new baby's
finances, but yours can. Start with a basket shaped like a
nest. Line it with "something for the bottom line" – diapers
and a note that calls them that. Add a piggy bank in
silverplate or ceramic. Include a bank passbook or other
evidence of a new savings account for the baby – with a minimal
deposit. Add a couple of plastic "nest eggs" filled with treats
for the new mother.
6. Bathtime: Start this unique baby gift basket with a baby
"TummyTub" that keeps young babies safe and secure. "TummyTub"
was designed in the Netherlands to ease transition from the
mother's womb. Line the tub with 2 hooded baby towels and 3
facecloths. Add a pretty rubber ducky, bath products, comb, and
brush to your gift basket. Don't forget to put in bath salts for
Mom.
7. Organics: This gift basket is sure to please parents who are
concerned about the environment. It must start with an organic
basket, of course. Bamboo is a good eco-friendly choice. Add an
organic bamboo receiving blanket, and clothing items such as
organic bamboo knit shirt, bamboo diaper covers, and bamboo
knit hat. Put in organic bath products and lotions. Top off
your gift basket with a soft, organic cotton toy and organic
treats for the new mother.
Helpful Tip
Baby gift baskets need not be wrapped in cellophane, although
they will look professional if you do so. All you really need
is a pretty ribbon and a card.
Disclaimer: The author is not associated with any retailer
named in this article, and is not compensated in any way if the
reader makes a purchase as a result of information offered.
About The Author: ©2007, Anna Hart. Anna Hart raised
near-twins, adopting a newborn girl just 5 months before giving
birth to her son. Anna Hart invites you to read more of her
articles about gift baskets at
http://www.distinct
additional information on that site about other gifts and
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