The grandeur of gift baskets can certainly be alluring, but that doesn't mean you have to blow your bank account in order to send the perfect gift. Whether you're trying to say thank you, congratulations, or happy holidays, you don't have to spend a fortune to do it. Make the most out of your tight budget with these tips and ideas for budget gift baskets.
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Going the DIY route can be easy, and homemade gift baskets are not only budget-friendly - they're thoughtful as well |
Bargain Shopping is Best
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Plan Ahead
No matter how good you are at coupon-clipping and bargain hunting, if you don't plan ahead, you could miss out on some serious cost savings. Having to pay for overnight or next-day shipping can make an otherwise affordable gift basket very expensive. The best way to avoid this is to plan ahead. Figure out how long the cheapest shipping option will likely take and order your gift basket in advance to ensure that you stay within your budget and it still arrives on time.
Make Your Own
Rather than dropping your dough on a pre-assembled gift basket, make Martha Stewart proud and create your own instead. Going the DIY route can be easy, and homemade gift baskets are not only budget-friendly - they're thoughtful as well. To get your basket base, check out local thrift stores and discount shops. Thrift store baskets can be easily revived and given a second shot at life with a quick coat of spray paint, and shredded paper provides a quick, easy, and cheap filler. Once you've gotten your base in order, the fillings are up to you.
