Birthday Gift Baskets For Under $35

Birthday Gift

Are you looking for an inexpensive gift, yet one that has a personal touch and shows the recipient how much you really care? Did you know that you could make a birthday gift basket cheaper than you can buy many presents? In addition, the gift basket will have a personal touch that is sure to be appreciated.

The first thing you should do is decide what type of things the recipient enjoys. Take a piece of paper and write down the things you can think of that he or she likes. You might even jot down a few stores that you would like to visit for gift ideas. One of the most important things to remember is to personalize the gift basket specifically for him or her. The people who really love you probably are not looking for expensive gifts, just a reassurance that you are thinking of them and love them.

For supplies, you should be able to get a reasonably priced basket at the local Wal-Mart or crafts store. If you check their clearance section, you should be able to find some nice ribbon to wrap around the basket and fabric to line the bottom of the basket. You can even search online to learn how to make attractive bows from fabric or ribbon. Wal-Mart has a section of inexpensive gift cards, but if you are handy with the computer, you can print your own. Look in the office supply section for blank cards with envelopes and print your own specially made birthday card.

There are no rules saying all the items in your basket have to be new. Go to local garage and estate sales to search for good bargains. If you find something used, but in good shape and at a great price, go ahead and get it. Sometimes you can even find new items with the tags still on them at these sales. Also, remember that if you find something for someone at a good price, but his or her birthday is still months away, go ahead and get it. You can always store it away until it is needed.