GIFT BASKET 101 - Helpful Hints & New Gift Basket Boxes!

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There are a lot of little things you can do to make your gift basket making easy. Here are some tips to keeping things simple:

*Try filling your basket or box with two pieces of tissue crumpled up or newspaper, then top with shred. This will save you from using too much expensive shred.

*Place your heavier and bigger items at the back of the basket then move forward.

*Start putting items in from back to front and you may want to put a heavier jar of lotion or candle in the center to keep things even in weight.

*After all of your items are inside, consider adding a few wrapped cello bags with small items inside or organza bags. This gives them something else to open and also makes the basket look fuller.

*Add your basket to a bag and tie with a twist tie, two strands of curling ribbon (two different colors) then complete with a bow. If you have a hard time with bows, consider the pull bow, a tulle bow or simply tie raffia around it.

*If you are adding a gift card, punch a hole in it, add to the curling ribbon before you knot the curling ribbon which will keep it in place, then attach your bow.

*Tape loose ends of the bag underneath the basket.


In the Gift Basket Boxes & Containers category you will see two new gift basket boxes. The baby ducks box and Flower Power. Both fun additions to our Cello In A Box product line!

Gift Basket Boxes are a fun way to jazz up your gifts & we have a wide selection for every occasion. You have the choice to purchase two gift basket boxes or one gift basket set which includes one gift basket box, one clear gift basket bag - 14" x 24", one pull bow and a gift enclosure card for the same price. Come see all the beautiful choices!

No Tricks, Just Fun Halloween Treat Ideas!


Bat Poop, Ghost Poop and Pumpkin Poop make adorable and original treats to give out on Halloween night. You can also make them for the kid's school parties, for office parties, etc.

Easy and fast to make, the kids will enjoy helping too! That's if everyone can stop giggling long enough!

See my newest Squidoo lens for the latest scoop on Halloween Poop!

Halloween is coming up fast! Do you have all your Halloween party favor or loot bags ready? We're already running out of some of the bags, get your order in soon!

Need more ideas for treats for your Halloween tricksters? How about:

*stickers

*fun-shaped erasers

*pencils

*key rings

*yo-yo's

*crayons


Can you think of more? Add a comment! We'd all love to see them!



Have a Blessed Week,
Sylvia
Make your own favors in a snap using our Cello In A Box tape sealer bags and some small treats. In the photo below, the favor on the right shows a small bag with mints inside, a hole was punched in the corner with a Cello Silver Heart Twist Tag attached through the hole. Write your own message on the tag and fold the excess tie towards the back. Isn't that cute? If you like, you can add just a dash of Cello Iridescent Opal Gift Basket Shred.

Easy Wedding & Bridal Shower Favors



The favor on the right shows chocolate Kisses and you can purchase kisses, hugs or M & M's in the color of the wedding. We punched one hole in the center top, added a small tag and tied a piece of tulle through it. Easy, inexpensive and looks great!

25 Easy Father's Day Gift Ideas!


Need some quick and easy gift ideas? Here are 25 great ones! Gather up a few of these and prepare a gift basket or gift basket box for Dad on Father's Day! Then watch him smile with delight as he opens his basket of treats! We have a variety of cellophane gift bags in fun prints for Men & Sports and gift basket box sets available to make it all super easy and fun. Stop by The Boutique Shop Online today and see them all!


  1. Car wash coupon
  2. Mouse pad, especially a personalized one
  3. Magazine of their favorite sport or hobby
  4. Bags of homemade cookies, breads, candies
  5. License plate frame
  6. Pair of socks
  7. Favorite soft drink
  8. Crossword puzzle book
  9. Pens for the car or office
  10. Grilling items
  11. Sports items such as golf tees, hunting gloves etc.
  12. Car air freshener
  13. Extra tools like a back up screwdriver
  14. Chamois cloth
  15. Pair of sunglasses
  16. Special hair gel or his favorite toiletries
  17. Gift card for gasoline
  18. Chapstick or gum for the car
  19. Gift card or coupon book for his favorite fast food
  20. Favorite nuts, jerky or snack food
  21. Popcorn
  22. Gift card to have his car serviced or detailed
  23. A commuter (travel) mug or glass
  24. A book he's been wanting to read
  25. A movie he's been wanting to see, or a movie gift card

Introducing Our New Look and New Products!

If you haven't stopped by The Boutique Shop Online lately, you owe it to yourself to take a new look. The store has been completely redesigned with YOU in mind!

Why search all everywhere online and offline for gifts, home decor and household products, when you can find everything you need at your convenient online boutique? Lots of variety, lots of new items and lots of fun!

Save time, save gasoline, save money and save the frustration of fighting the crowds ~ The Boutique Shop Online has unique gifts you just won't find at the mall.

Greeting cakes are available for any occasion, holiday and sentiment. They're adorable ways to show someone you care!

Candles & fragrance lamps make charming gifts for bridal showers, Valentine's Day or birthdays. We have a HUGE selection ~ and don't miss our tart warmers, candle warmers & wax melters! You'll be amazed!

We have all your favorite Stanley Home Products, too ~ including their new Luminosa Lipsticks!

Unique gifts with a Southwest theme and a variety of Southwest food mixes can add that special touch to your gift-giving. You can choose from breads, muffins, rice dishes, salsas, dips, soups, kitchen helpers and gift sets brought to you by Kokopelli's Market!

If country home decor is what you're looking for, Prim My Pad brings you the best in primitive Americana decor! Angels, dolls, baskets, enamel & stoneware, home linens, pillows, wall decor & woven rugs! And that's just the beginning!

Stop on over at the ALL NEW The Boutique Shop Online today! You'll be glad you did!