If you’re on a budget and want to create a special gift for mom without breaking the bank, a homemade gift basket is a great option. Not only are they more personal, but you can also get creative with what goes inside them and add things your mom might not normally buy for herself.
The most important thing is that the gift basket contains items she’ll love and use. That’s why it’s better to make your own rather than purchasing a premade one.
Pampering goodies
If she’s a busy mom who needs to take some time for herself, then a pampering gift basket is ideal. Fill it with items like lotion, bath salts, candles, slippers and more to relax her after a long day. Adding a few scents to the mix, such as lavender, can be a nice touch.
Making your own gift basket isn’t as complicated as it sounds, and you can find a lot of different ideas online to help you plan out what goes in. The key is to pick a theme and then start buying all the supplies you’ll need.
Books and coffee
If your mom is a bookworm, then she’ll appreciate a gift basket full of books! You can find plenty of options on Amazon and Target. A few other things to include might be a tea or coffee cup, a blanket, a candle and even a scented bath bomb.
Caffeine & sweets
If you’re looking for something to make your mom feel a little more indulgent, try this coffee-themed basket. There’s a mug, ground coffee, creamer, flavored syrups and biscotti, plus some yummy treats that she might not usually purchase for herself.
New moms are often overlooked in favor of baby care, but this basket will help her feel extra pampered with a few self-care essentials. The box contains a soft robe, a nursing bra, disposable underwear, witch hazel relief wipes, soothing smooth whipped shea belly butter, and more self-care goodies.
Godiva truffles
If your mom loves chocolate, then she’ll adore this gourmet basket from Godiva. The gift basket comes in a faux leather tote that’s just as stylish as the gifts within. In addition to Godiva’s delicious truffles, the gift basket contains a variety of other items, including three bags of dark chocolate, milk chocolate, caramel, mint, and raspberry flavored morsels; a collection of smooth milk chocolates; 6 pieces of patisserie dessert truffles; a tin of milk chocolate pearls; a canister of all-natural milk chocolate hot cocoa; and more.
Whether she’s a devoted wine fan or is just looking for a new bottle, this curated basket is the perfect way to treat her. It includes a bottle of Harry & David’s own rose, two stemless wine glasses, a throw blanket and other comforting items to help her kick back and enjoy herself!
Lavender for relaxation
If she’s a stressed out mom who needs some time to de-stress, then she’ll adore this lavender-scented basket. It includes a four-ingredient lavender scrub that she can make herself, as well as other relaxing bath products and candles.