50 Amazing DIY Christmas Gift Basket Ideas

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Are you looking to put together a gift basket for a close friend, family member – or maybe as a family gift? Today I’m sharing 50 amazing gift basket ideas that are perfect for Christmas (any time of year, really!)

A Thoughtful DIY Gift is Always the Right Choice

If you’re anything like me, I can get pretty overwhelmed when I’m trying to choose the right Christmas gift for someone special.

I so want to get it right, and there are just so many options!

I love the idea of gift baskets because it allows you to not have to decide on just one thing. You can fill a basket with lots of little goodies or handmade gifts, things that are really special for the person (or people) you’re giving it to!

Today I want to share some amazing DIY gift basket ideas you can give as Christmas gifts this year.

Most are not specifically ‘Christmas-themed’, so they really would be great any time you wanted to give a gift basket! 

Tips for Creating a DIY Gift Basket

Before we get to the roundup, let me share a few helpful tips!

What to Include in a DIY Gift Basket

1 | Container
It doesn’t have to be a basket! Use crates, tins, trays, buckets, or something useful that ties into the theme—like a planter for a garden basket or a colander for a kitchen one. Thrift stores and yard sales are great places to find unique containers. Choose the size based on what you’ll be including.

2 | Filler
You don’t need to fill the entire basket with gifts. Add shredded paper, tissue, or newspaper to elevate your items and give the basket a full, festive look.

3 | Gifts
There’s no “right” number of items, but variety is key.  Homemade gifts can add an extra special touch!

4 | Wrapping
You don’t necessarily have to wrap a gift basket if you don’t want to. A nice ribbon tied onto it is simple but beautiful, too! And don’t forget a card or at least a gift tag! 

OK, let’s check out these ideas!

50 Best DIY Gift Baskets to Give for Christmas

 

How great were those ideas? I feel like I needed to keep a running list of future baskets to create!

If you didn’t find what you’re looking for, here are some other themed gift basket ideas:

Gourmet Snacks

Organic Gift Ideas

Outdoor Adventure Basket

Sports Team Fan

Favorite Sport Basket (equipment)

Video Gamer’s Basket

Camping Equipment Basket

Fishing Gear Basket

Girls Night In

More Gift Basket Ideas

If you want more gift basket ideas, you can take a look at these posts. There is definitely overlap & repetition among them, but I tried to keep them relevant to the topic and remove the ones that weren’t!

45 Unique DIY Gift Baskets for Easter

45 Creatively Themed Auction Gift Basket Ideas

25+ Unique Mother’s Day Gift Basket Ideas

45 Unique DIY Gift Basket Ideas for Adults

Thoughts? I’d love to hear them! Leave a comment below!

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  1. You are SOOO creative! I love your ideas! I really need your input for a lg . mug for my moms caregivers. They are my angels here on earth ,I couldn’t be without them, and more importantlty , my mom who has dementia loves them “in her own way”. Please help !! and thank you. Cindy

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