One might think that finding a great gift basket for a woman would be easy. Women like all kinds of things–jewelry, flowers, chocolate, wine. And there are so many places both online and in stores where you can find gift baskets. So why is it so difficult?
The answer is that most women are fairly discerning, and they really don’t want another piece of junk to clutter up the house. In addition, most women prefer things that are unique rather than the same-old same-old that someone else has. And don’t forget that high quality plus unique typically equals expensive. So if you are on a budget, you have your work cut out for you.
The good news is that there are several companies who provide unique, quality, and well-priced gift baskets. These companies offer diverse selections with great quality. Because you can trust the vendor in general, buying a special gift basket for your girlfriend, or mother, or teacher can become what it ought to be–quick and fun!
To help ease the trial-and-error of finding a company with a good selection of gift baskets for a woman, here is a list of places that deliver quality gift baskets at a price that likely matches your budget. Many of these vendors have items under $25, and all have selections under $50. And just as importantly, they offer unique selections that appeal to women with all kinds of interests and tastes. (Note that these specific products are prices were accurate at the time of publication.)
Red Envelope — Has amazing gifts for women in general. They are unique and can be very personal, letting the recipient know that you were thinking just of her. Gift baskets aren’t their specialty, so you can’t always find a wide variety of gift baskets. But they do have them, and you can rest assured that they will be delivered with the same quality as the rest of their gifts. Red Envelope’s navigation provides a specific category called “for her”, which is then further categorized to help you find the perfect gift basket.
You can also use the site search to directly display only the gift baskets. For example, right now they have a Lavender Relaxation Spa Basket that’s on sale for $29.99. This basket has six items, which is quite a few for that price range considering that it includes a body massager and a bath sponge. Shipping is reasonable and also quick, and there are never issues with things shipping when committed.
Wine Country Gift Baskets — Is well-known among people who regularly buy gift baskets. Despite the name, they have more than just wine gift baskets. They have great selection so you can find an almost-custom gift basket for the woman you have in mind.
Wine Country Gift Baskets website does not have a specific category for women, but they do have a great list of categories so you can find one that matches with the woman you have in mind. One of the best things about Wine Country Gift Baskets is that not only do they have an amazing range of prices and styles, but they always have something on sale. And not only do they always have something on sale, but the list is right at the top of the website, so you don’t have to hunt for buried treasure. This means you can find something a tad bit nicer than you were expecting to be able to get. Also, shipping and order cutoff policies are clearly stated so you can order last minute and without any surprises.
One of my favorite types of gift baskets from Wine Country Gift Baskets is their tower “baskets”. These are graduated sizes of boxes filled with treats. For example, they have one listed right now called Sweet Selections Tower. This one includes cashew roca and almond roca, blue raspberry candies, pillow mints, and raspberry shortbread cookies. It looks beautiful, has delicious treats, and also comes with free shipping!
Design it Yourself Gift Baskets — Many pre-packaged gift baskets are decidedly feminine, so it can be a challenge if that kind of style doesn’t fit the woman you are buying for. That’s where this company fits in. They offer gift baskets that are literally what it sounds like–you pick your budget (within a certain range), pick your theme, and design away! If you are in a hurry, there are plenty of pre-designed gift baskets to choose from in a wide variety of themes. The biggest drawback to this site is that they don’t have as good of a selection in the low range. But they do have some. For example, they have a very fun gift basket called S’more is Better for $35.95. This basket includes just what you can imagine–everything you need to make some s’mores. What a great gift basket to give to a woman that you want to spend some time with!
Edible Arrangements — Sometimes it can be difficult to find a special gift basket that matches the woman you are buying for. For those cases, you can always find a great food gift basket, and a fruit gift basket may be a good choice for a woman who is more health-conscious. But it doesn’t have to be boring! Edible Arrangements has amazing presentations of sweet-inspired gift baskets with a variety of fruits and delectables. For example, they have a chocolate-dipped strawberry arrangement for $34 , and a box of white- and dark chocolate-dipped bananas for $25. Yum! No need to worry about delivery because the baskets are packed so they always arrive fresh. The biggest challenge is not picking the perfect basket within your budget, but making sure your recipient will be there to receive it so it doesn’t spoil.
Your own homemade gift basket creation — No list of budget-friendly gift basket ideas would be complete without some ideas on how to create your own. There are several websites devoted to helping you figure out how to make your own, including Homemade Gift Basket Ideas. It’s not difficult, but it can take some time. Fortunately, since you know the woman you are buying for, you should easily be able to pick out a theme. Browsing gift basket websites is a great way to spark your creativity. Once you know the theme, you can begin to pick out things to fill your basket. Craft stores like Michael’s and Jo-Ann Fabrics are good choices for creative items. For example, you could easily create a scrapbooking gift basket, which is perfect for many women. Once you know how many items you will have and how big they are, the next step is to pick out the perfect basket. You can usually find baskets themselves at a great price at off-price stores like Marshall’s or TJ Maxx, or even World Market or Pier 1. These baskets can be as practical as they are beautiful, which is a plus for many women.
