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A cute and practical gift for expectant moms are the baby gift baskets which you can give during baby showers.

Here is how you can make your own baby gift basket:

1. Select a basket which the Mom can use for another purpose when the baby is born. A large hamper style can be used as a sheet or towel storage while shallow oval baskets can hold baby shampoos, oil, wipes and other ointments that babies need.

2. If you have chosen a large basket, fill it with stuff toys.

 3. Include rattles and colorful toys which are good for visual and auditory stimulation.

 4. Put in a variety of hats which the baby can wear to be warm especially if the baby will be born during the cold months.

 5. Sun suits are also welcome for babies to be born during the summer or in a tropical climate. Tip: Include a selection of sizes because babies grow very fast.

 6. Mobiles are a favorite in the nursery room. Find one that is colorful and eye-catching.

 7. You can also include storybooks and alphabet flashcards which the mother and baby can use during their teaching sessions when the baby is a bit grown.

 There are a lot of options to choose from. Just ask the salesperson for what else a baby may need or you can do your own research to make your own baby gift basket as fun and interesting as it can be.

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Candle gift basket arrangement is a great gift idea for those who just can’t get enough of candles.

For a friend who is very creative and loves to make things from her own hands, why not give her a basket full of candle making supplies. You can include waxes, molds, wicks, scents and other paraphernalia used in making a candle. All are relatively inexpensive so it’s best to do research on how much each item costs.

For other occasions, you can give coffee scented waxes or waxes that have a gourmet coffee scent like cappuccino for those who love coffee. You can also include cinnamon and crème brulee scented candles for variety. And you can include ceramic mugs and flavored gourmet coffee beans.

Another great theme for candle gift baskets is sweets. Fill a basket with candies and other types of sweets and include scented wax to mimic the treats.  Or you can opt for fruit basket theme where you mix real fruits and scented candles that have the same scent.

Seasonal candle gift baskets are also becoming popular. Pumpkin and apple are scents for fall while peppermint and spice scented are perfect for the winter.

With creativity and patience of putting things together, you can create a candle gift basket appropriate for any occasion.

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