30 DIY Christmas Gift Basket Ideas That Are Perfect for Anyone
Looking for the perfect Christmas gift that feels thoughtful but doesn’t take ages to put together? A DIY gift basket is the way to go because you can put any item to meet anyone’s taste. From cozy winter treats to hobby-themed, it’s the kind of present anyone would be excited about.
Let’s be honest, shopping for Christmas pressies can sometimes feel like a chore (although it’s half fun most of the time).
Between present hunting in crowded stores to endless online scrolling, it can be overwhelming.
That’s why I love the idea of DIY gift baskets. Sometimes they can even work out cheaper than but one whole gift.
And it’s not hard to put together either. They come across as incredibly thoughtful (like really heartwarming) because you can fill them with things that match the receiver’s personality or interests.
For instance, if you have a coffee lover in your life, you can put a bag of quality coffee beans, a cute festive mug, flavour syrup, and biscotti or cookies.
What makes it even better for gifting is that you can keep it budget-friendly as you want, or go all out if you want if you’ve got the dough. Either way, it feels intentional, and you’ll actually enjoy making it.
There’s something kind of therapeutic about curating little goodies and arranging them in a way that looks straight out of Harrods.
In this post, I’ve rounded up 30 DIY Christmas gift basket ideas that work for just about anyone.
So, whether you’re planning one for your significant other, family, friends, or that one person who’s impossible to buy for, these will be appreciated.
Doing these might even make you enjoy gift-giving a little more this year.
Most Popular Christmas Gift Basket Themes
● Cozy Night In
This one makes sense as it’s perfect for winter, a.k.a stay-in-weather. Throw in some hot cocoa mix, marshmallows, maybe a fluffy blanket or fuzzy socks. To make it even better, add a couple of classic holiday movies and scented candles.
● Spa at Home
Someone into beauty and skincare will appreciate this. Add items like bath bombs, candles, face rejuvenating masks, and a soft towel. It feels fancy, but it’s also really just giving someone an excuse to pamper themselves.
● The Foodie Basket
What’s Christmas Day without food? Anyone will love this gift, even kids. Cheeses, crackers, fancy nuts, jams, dark chocolate bars, basically all the good snacks. Honestly, this one’s a safe bet because who wouldn’t want one?
● Cookie Baking Kit
Baking is really fun during the holidays, and well, there’s just plenty of time for it. Toss in cookie cutters, sprinkles, a cute festive apron, and maybe even a recipe card or two. It’s such a thoughtful idea for someone who loves whipping up something in the kitchen during the holidays.
● Breakfast Basket
Great one for Christmas morning when no one really wants to be cooking (opening presents sounds better). Add pancake or waffle mix, maple syrup, gourmet coffee, artisan bread or sweet bread, and maybe some fancy jam.
● Hot Chocolate Basket
Because it’s the classic winter favorite! Throw in different cocoa flavors, marshmallows, peppermint sticks, some festive cookies, and a cute mug. You really can’t go wrong with this one in December.
● Self-Care Basket
This one’s more about comfort in the cold weather than luxury. Consider herbal teas, lip balm, cozy socks, essential oils, a candle, maybe even a journal. It’s like reminding someone who works hard to slow down and take care of themselves.
● Wine and Cheese Night
This is a fancy one. A bottle of wine, a couple of fancy cheeses, and some crackers always go down so well. Add a little cutting board or cheese knife if you want to make it extra fancy.
● Sweet Tooth Basket
Load it with chocolates, caramels, candy canes, cookies, etc., basically any treat you can get your hands on. If you don’t know what to give for Christmas, sugar is always a safe choice.
DIY Christmas Gift Basket Ideas to Inspire You
Begin with a theme that matches the recipient. For example, a “Cozy Movie Night“ basket with popcorn, hot chocolate mix, and a fuzzy slippers will win hearts. Sticking to a cohesive theme will prevent your basket from looking different.
Use a color palette: Getting items that match in tone can visually tie baskets together, even if they are fabulous pieces in their own color show.
Add in something homemade: cookies, a sugar scrub, or even some handwritten lovey-dovey notes. These are all good options that add a personal touch that is worth the money.
Add one showstopper (wow) item: Think of 1 good piece that Kinck has an eye-catching item – Santa basket with a belt, candle, mug, ornament, etc.
Use practical and fun: Add something you can use or use in predictably (socks, tea), but also things that you can act a fool about, something that’s purely fun for them (chocolate, bath bomb, etc).
Play with height: Create a layer look, with the taller items in the back, and smaller in the front.
Add a beverage option – a miniature bottle of wine, a carousel of coffee samples, or a cocoa mix of sorts makes the basket feel more complete.
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You don’t want to overstuff – leave a little room for the “basket“ so the items can shine – as opposed to looking stuffed in.
Want it to feel elevated: Even the cheap item will feel “boutiquey” once wrapped to put it in a box with ribbon or a hand-finished love note in there.
Include a handwritten tag! A simple note to say “Merry Christmas“ or their name is very personal and thoughtful.
Include some natural elements – to get that warm, rustic feel by including a pine sprig, or a small pine cone, or a dried orange slice.
Layer the items by theme – if you‘re doing a spa basket for example, put the bath salts, lotions and candles all together instead of spread all out in the basket.
Use their favorites – if you are personalizing it to the recipient, include their favorite candy, favorite colors, favorite scents – shows that you actually thought about them!
Add a cozy element: socks, a throw blanket, or mittens are infinite possibilities – something cozy feels warm and makes every basket feel homey.
Don‘t forget how important presentation is – I would argue the way you place it together is almost as important as what‘s IN the basket. Don‘t be afraid to move items altogether until it has a sense of balance.
Wrap small things individually – little details, like wrapped chocolate bars or mini soaps, make it feel like multiple gifts instead of one gift wrapped as a basket.
Be mindful of how heavy it is – you don‘t want the basket to be so heavy the person can‘t carry it – try to select lighter items or smaller packaging.
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Repurpose containers – a cookie tin or mason jar, or a storage box can be a simple gift, as the container itself can become part of the gift.
Make it shareable – include a snack or treat they can share with others – giving the recipient away to share and make them feel generous.
Include an unexpected item – something that the recipient was not expecting, like a small ornament or quote card really adds to the cool factor of the gift.
Be mindful of the perishables. If you added food, be mindful of how long it will last (or note if it needs to go in the fridge).
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Use reusable items. Items like mugs, trays or baskets can be used long after Christmas! – It‘s like two gifts in one.
Add shredded paper, tissue, or even a holiday scarf for height and to make it feel fuller. This is your secret to a classic-looking basket!
Tuck in either a sprig of evergreen or a bundle of cinnamon sticks to make your basket look fresh and festive – it also smells great.
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A bottle of wine, sparkling cider, or cocoa mix; any drink will make your basket feel more complete! Just make sure that the drink fits your theme.
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A nice, thoughtful five items are better than a ten–random filler items. Make sure to give them something they will use or enjoy.
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Use a combination of shiny, soft or smooth jars, fabrics, and elements to create a visually interesting basket. It‘s a designer trick that always works.
Less can be more. Leave room or empty space so that your items don‘t look jammed in the basket and so your items can shine.
Seriously, don‘t worry about making it perfect. DIY Holiday Gift Baskets should feel thoughtful, cozy, and personal.
The effort and love always come through, so have fun!
Remember to take a photo before wrapping. You‘ll remember what you put in after wrapping.
You may even want to show off your handiwork later. You‘ll thank yourself next year when you want to do it again.
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