Christmas Sleigh

Wow, Santa came a little early this year and look he left the entire Christmas Sleigh heaped with all sorts of holiday goodies. Yum, yum. We have chocolate fudge caramel corn, shortbread cookies, milk chocolate covered almonds, Dolcetto Old Fashioned Chocolate Cream Pastry, cinnamon caramel wafers, and that is just the beginning. There is also a special holiday jingle bells door knocker, so you know when to make that nice cup of gourmet holiday cappuccino, also included. Plus there is a brass sleigh that would be a nice adornment on your fireplace mantle this year, next to the stockings and wreath.

This is just one of the many sleighs that The Gift Basket Pros. have. Just take a look at the different varieties, and maybe you will find one that is to your liking. I hope you have a very Merry Christmas and that you chance upon that perfect gift, that won’t be to difficult to find.

Gifts for the Clients

Here at The Gift Basket Pros. , know how important it is to get a respectable gift for that special client, to show them gratitude for doing business with you now and in the future. That is why we have such variety, so you are sure to find something to fit that individual.

The Ultimate Appreciation Basket is a great gift for those who have always dealt with your company. It holds an assortment of gourmet treats, like everyone’s favorite the Lindor Milk & Dark Chocolate Truffles, smoked salmon, and so much more. It is just filled with so many delicious snacks. I am positive that the person receiving this will bring their business back to you for years to come. For those who haven’t done business with you before, an excellent Christmas gift idea is the Corporate Holiday Tower. Filled with so many delectable treats, this gift is sure to make a great impression for future clients.

Rustic Gift

Sometimes life is just too chaotic (you got to be here, you got to do this.) You just need to unwind and relax. There are so many pleasures in the world to enjoy, now all that you have to do is just sit back and appreciate them. Now I know that there is hardly anytime in the day to do this, but hey maybe just take five minutes to spoil yourself. You know you deserve it, with everything that you have to do.

The Gift Basket Pros. has a gift that is just perfect to take pleasure in. The Colorado Cabin Gift Basket, this exceptional basket offers everything a person needs to spoil themselves. The scrumptious wine and cheese crackers, gourmet beef sausage, Havarti Cheese, and so many other delectable treats. There is also Swiss cocoa to make the event complete. So, remember it is okay to spoil yourself, you deserve it.

A Gift That Keeps on Giving

People sometimes wonder what they can get for a certain individual. It is a hard thing to do. A gift that keeps on giving is a great solution! The Gift Baskets Pros found a splendid answer, the Truffle Maker Gift Box. The contents in this box teach the recipient how to make yummy truffles. Mmm, delicious! Included in the box are chilled bittersweet ganache base, Scharffenberger Traditional Natural Cocoa Powder, crunchy cocoa nibs, and a double-sided scoop. Just about everything you would need to make truffle for friends, family, or, if you want to indulge, yourself. This gourmet gift also comes with a recipe card complete with instructions, so you can pamper yourself or others whenever you feel like it.

Great Christmas Gift

This gift is the best! If you have anyone in your family that adores chocolate, then I have good news for you. The Christmas Chocolate Gift Box, this delightful box is filled with premium peppermint bark, and I am sure you are asking, “Where is the chocolate?” The box is the chocolate. You get one and a half pounds of gourmet milk chocolate with a “Happy Holidays” embossed lid. What person would not go crazy over a box purely made of chocolate? I know I would. So, if you know someone, or you don’t “know” them, this is the perfect gift to send.

Cheer

Ever wonder what would happen if you let your children help you in the kitchen? FUN! You get to make cookies, maybe getting egg on the wall, but who cares no big deal. Spending time with children is fantastic, you get to see things from their perspective, and the way their eyes light up when they are “helping” you, makes them feel important.

A surprising gift for your little chef is the Reindeer Chef Gift Box for Kids.
This gift is consists of a reindeer themed apron and a matching chef’s hat. An important gift to have when making the holiday treats with mom or dad, also a great way to let your child know that they are special. This gift comes with personalization, which will make it the child’s own unique gift. Christmas is a time to enjoy, have fun, and make yummy Christmas goodies.

Baby’s First Christmas

Babies are such a blessing. You get to raise this little one into the person you want them to be. Get to see the first smile, get to hear the first laugh, and get to be there when they take their first steps. Then, there is that moment that every parent waits for. Is “mommy” or “daddy” going to be their first word?

Do you have a new baby in the family or one due pretty soon? A great gift to give this little bundle of joy for his/ her first Christmas is the Baby's First Christmas Gift Box. A present that is sure to be used and enjoyed by the little angel. This box includes a Baby Einstein holiday DVD, baby burp cloth, a reindeer juice bib, a reindeer feeder bib, and of course who could forget a plush teddy bear that the child can snuggle with in the crib. With this gift we also offer personalization, so it gives that special individualistic touch.

Christmas Joy

It is better to give than to receive, everyone has heard this phrase at least once in their lives and what better gift to give than the Season's Greetings Holiday Basket. A terrific way to spread holiday cheer, filled with the enticing flavor of Ghirardelli chocolates, a tempting assortment of delectable cookies, crackers, cheese, and more. A festive treat to send to loved ones.
Isn’t the gift for you? We have so many baskets, towers, bouquets, and boxes to choose from. We are sure that you will find something to your liking on our site. If you are having problems ordering or just can’t choose the perfect gift, not a problem, The Gift Basket Pros are here to help.

Christmas Gifts

The Gift Basket Pros have done it again! For our Canadian neighbors we have made a change and added a new section to our site. It is called Canada Gift Delivery. In this section we offer remarkable gifts that the people in Canada can enjoy this Christmas season.

One of these incredible gifts is the Seasons Greetings Gift Basket for Canada, elegantly arranged with a blending of gourmet foods and seasonal treats, a great gift for friends and loved ones. We have many other outstanding baskets to choose from and if you having some problems deciding, one of our customer service representatives will be glad to give you a helping hand. Please note that the baskets in this section only deliver inside Canada.

Have a Happy Holiday

Joy to the world Christmas is almost here! For a great way to celebrate this fantastic holiday season take a look at our Christmas gift selection. We have so many to choose from just to help you select the perfect gift for that special someone. Be it a grandchild, aunt, friend, or an employee/employer, we are sure to have the gift to suit their unique personalities.

For a chocolate lover’s dream take a peak at our Ghirardelli Christmas Gift Box. Filled with a variety of Ghirardelli goodies, that will sure bring a smile to the recipient. The Snowman Gift Basket, inside are delicious cookies, Snowman Swiss hot cocoa a chocolate snowman, and a plush snowman, a great way to melt the heart of any child. I hope that your Christmas season is full of merriment and good cheer.

Cookies for Thanksgiving

If you are having a problem trying to find the right gift for someone you haven’t seen for a while or for someone you barely know, cookies are a great way to go. At The Gift Baskets Pros we have an expandable selection just so you can find the right one for that individual’s taste.
With the Mrs. Fields® Fall Gift Tower, you would get an assortment of delicious cookies, the Mrs. Fields® Pumpkin Frosted Sugar Cookies (3), and all sorts of other scrumptious baked goodies, a sure way to entertain the sweet tooth. We also have the Mrs. Fields® Thanksgiving Cookie Box. To show that Thanksgiving spirit, it is filled with Mrs. Fields® Frosted Leaves Sugar Cookies. Last, but definitely not least, the Thanksgiving Cookie Gift Bouquet, this basket contains seven soft butter-creamed flavored, hand-decorated Thanksgiving theme cookies and the on the plus side you get to have a personalized center cookie message up to 25 characters to give it that special personal touch.

Save Big with Corporate Discounts

At The Gift Basket Pros, we know that it is important to get quality gifts for your employees and corporate clients that your company does buisness with. We have a wide variety of gifts for any occasion, and to make it trouble-free, we give you an option to talk to one of our corporate customer service representatives, one on one, who will offer you a wide range of gift giving solutions. We try to make it an ordering experience that you won’t forget; with the courtesy and commitment we show all of our customers no matter if they are a large corporation, a small business, or even a single person looking for a gift for a family member. We strive to make your gift giving experience as pleasant as possible.

If you order before November 15, you can save up to 20 percent on all orders over $500.00. With the upcoming holidays, you will have a wonderful opportunity to get incredible gifts and stay within the corporate budget. So, order now and don’t miss this incredible discounted occasion.

“Nuts” About Thanksgiving

Do you have someone in your life who likes pistachios, almonds, cashews, pecans, or even a mixture of all? If you answer yes, then we can help you. At Pro-gift-baskets.com we have a wonderful selection of assorted nut gift boxes. With the Thanksgiving holiday coming up these are an ideal gift for letting someone know that you are grateful for having them in your life.

The Nut Gift Box is filled with pistachios, cinnamon-coated almonds, cashews, and almonds, an appetizing gift box leaving them wanting more. For a more stylish approach try the Nut and Cider Gift Box, a variety filled box accompanied by a bottle of sparkling pear cider, a great drink to compliment the nuts. Finally, if you are looking for something to stay within a budget here is a great item; the Mrs. Beasley’s Holiday Nuts Gift Box, just think jumbo pistachios, jumbo cashews, roasted almonds, and premium pecans fill up this handsome wooden mini crate. All of these gifts are an outstanding way to show your thanks to the nut lovers around you!

Thanksgiving Ideas for the Office

Showing someone your thanks in an office setting can be difficult, that is why at Pro-gift-baskets.com we strive to make your gift gathering experience as easy as possible. With this Thanksgiving season coming up we have the “Pros” here to help you make a selection and to make sure that your gift will arrive on time.

Here are just a few gifts to think about for the office, the Autumn Mini Cookie Gift, Gourmet Fortune Cookie Gift Tray, and don’t forget the Mrs. Fields® Fall Gift Tower. These gifts are packaged elegantly so that they are eye pleasing. Filled with scrumptious cookies and other assorted treats, so that they are tummy pleasing. These gifts are sure to let anyone know just how thankful you are to have them in the workplace.

Giving Thanks on Thanksgiving

A great thing about Thanksgiving is that it gives people a chance to be with one another and having a great time at that. There are so many things to do during this upcoming holiday, make the food, get the table set with the good china, and watch the Thanksgiving Day Parade. Let people know that they are appreciated by giving them a token of gratitude.

At Pro-gift-baskets.com we have many great Thanksgiving keepsakes that I am sure will be used for upcoming Thanksgiving holidays. The Mrs. Beasley's Gobbler Basket, an adorable turkey- shaped wicker basket with an abundance of freshly baked brownie bars, chocolate truffle cookies, assorted gourmet cookies, and an assortment of award winning mini-muffins, sure to be gobbled up instantly. Also, the Mrs. Beasley's Turkey Tower filled with a delicious assortment of cookies, and time-honored jelly beans. These scrumptious baskets will be a lovely and creative addition to the table this year.

Thanksgiving Chocolate Dipped Oreo Cookies

What is everyone favorite all time snack? Oreo cookies, of course! Everyone loves these delicious treats, with the cream sandwiched in between the chocolate cookies, a delightful way to end a great day. Children especially love pull apart the cookies and lick out the cream, then dunking the cookies in milk and eating them. A much loved snack for adults, too.

At Pro-gift-baskets.com we have a wonderful celebrated Thanksgiving gift, the Thanksgiving Chocolate Dipped Oreo® Cookies or the Thanksgiving Oreo® Cookies & Russ® Bear. These gourmet Oreo Cookies are covered in a delectable hand dipped chocolate and embellish with colorful candy autumn leaves, sounds tempting. It is an enjoyable way to celebrate this upcoming Thanksgiving feast with friends and family. Don’t forget to share!

Haunting Holiday

Studying, tests, we know why college kids have a hard time making it home for the holidays, some are even going to college half way across the country. This Halloween why not let them know that you are proud of them for living out their dream and doing what they love. Send them something special that will bring a smile to their face and let them know that they are cherished.

At pro-gift-baskets.com we have just the thing, the Halloween Candy Cake. This fantastic gift is full of an enjoyable assortment of chocolate and treats. It is the perfect gift to give your college student, to let them know that even though they are all grown up, they will always be your little one.

Halloween for the Special Collector

Halloween is a time where everyone can get together, be crazy, and have fun.
This Halloween why not make it uniquely special for someone that has a remarkable hobby. At Pro-gift-baskets.com we have a great item for that extraordinary stamp collector in your family,The Halloween Spooky Stamp Gift Box. This adorable and delicious treat will be coveted by the beneficiary this Halloween.

Just picture it, six white Belgian chocolate covered graham crackers, hand decorated with edible vintage Victorian Halloween images, packaged in a clear gold box, and wrapped up tight with a matching ribbon. When the recipient acquires this gorgeous collection of tasty Halloween stamps, they will be appreciative of the thought that went behind this exceptional gift

Halloween Fright Night

The number one thing that I love about Halloween is Movie Night. After we are done with trick-or-treating we would pull out the sleeper sofa in the living room and pile all the children on it. I would be in the kitchen making popcorn and other holiday treats. The children would dump their pumpkin buckets out on the bed and begin sorting through their cherished candy, trading as they go.

After all the snacks are ready we would turn out the lights, get all comfy with dozens of pillows on the bed, and my husband will turn on the movie. Usually I am stuck on the bed in the midst of all the children, with them burying their heads into my shoulder when a scary part comes up. Then, one by one the kids start nodding off. Thank goodness! My husband and I can start going through their candy now. Yeah!

In case you are preparing for a night of fright, the Halloween Gift Box is a great way to go. Filled with popcorn, pretzels, candy and other munchies it is sure to make your night of fright a Halloween night of fun

Halloween Goodies For the Kids

With the leaves on the trees changing color, everyone knows that Halloween is just around the corner. The ones who are counting down are, the children. Every year around this time parents are finding out what their child wants to be, where they want to go trick-or-treating, and schools are putting on spooky Halloween parties for many of the younger children.
A great and cost-effective way to make sure that the children in your school will have a blast this year, is checking out our selection at Pro-gift-baskets.com. We have all sorts of delicious and adorable Halloween goodies for any age group. Here are just a few to take a peak at. The Halloween Gift Bag for Kids, Halloween Plush Gift Baskets, and the Halloween Rice Krispies Sticks, all of these are filled with favorites that each and every one of the children will enjoy.

Jack O’ Lantern Sugar Rush

Halloween is the time that kids can just be kids and adult can become kids again. Going house to house and collecting special treats and they can truly be someone different for one night. To make sure that your child enjoys this coming up holiday, give them something that they would enjoy. A great gift to give the kids is a bucket full of candy like the Jack O' Lantern Gift Bucket, filled to the top with Assorted Miniature Halloween Candies that I am sure the kids will love.
The best part is that if you are an aunt or uncle, or even a grandparent, you can make sure the children have fun at your house eating to their hearts content, the delicious treats that are in this bucket full of goodies. Then, send them home to mom and dad and let them deal with the after effects. Have a Happy Halloween!

Halloween Treats

At Pro-gift-baskets.com we have all sorts of Halloween goodies to thrill even the grumpiest ghost. To entertain one’s family and friends, we have so many gifts to choose from. I am sure you will spread the enjoyment of such a gift.
For the kiddies we have a huge variety. If you are looking for something with a cuddly, soft stuffed animal check out our Happy Halloween Bear, or if you are looking for something with lots of little goodies to fill the tummies take a look at our Mrs. Fields® Halloween Gift Pail, a winner naturally.

If you have a co-worker, or a friend who enjoys fresh baked cookies or brownies consider our Mrs. Beasley's Halloween Basket. It is filled to the top with scrumptious choices. It is a surefire way to give them that delicious and special Halloween.

Picking out a Costume

When I was growing up I never could make up my mind what to be for Halloween. I knew what I wanted for Christmas long before it became time, but with Halloween it always came down to the wire. I remember one year I guess I waited to long to tell my mom what I wanted to be and the store had run out of the particular costume I wanted. So I started sobbing and crying like most kids do and my mom told me to keep my chin up, so I dried up my tears and went off to bed.

When I awoke the next morning I found my mom in the kitchen working on something. Turns out she got an idea for a costume for my and she had been working on it since early morning. Mom had taken some of my old play clothes and cut holes in them, then she brought them outside put dirt and grass stains on them. That night before going out to trick or treat she put this liquid on my face, hands, and arms, it kind of reminded me of white glue, then I put my costume on at first I was skeptical. But after about twenty minutes the stuff that mom had put on my body started to peal and it looked like my skin was coming off and I was an official zombie. I grabbed my candy bucket and was on my way.

I’ve had a lot of costumes since then and in fact I’ve made my own children a few over the years but none as memorable as that one. So this Halloween get your ghosts and goblins together get them there Halloween Candy Buckets from the Gift Basket Pros., and see how many treats you can collect.

Halloween Gift from the Road

A child gets a package, wonders what is inside. He opens it, and notices it is a coffin. What could it be? Is there a skeleton inside, or maybe mommy and daddy are trying to play a trick on me.

So, the child very cautiously opens the coffin. There are bite-sized cookies, different kinds of brownie bites, and a frosted sugar cookie. The child squeals with joy. Mommy comes running in frantic and wonders what is going on. Then, she stops with a smile on her face. Daddy had sent their little munchkin a Cookie Coffin Gift Box.

Brownie Lover on Halloween

A friend of mine had decided to make brownies when she was invited to a pot-luck party one year. She is not a good cook and just to be on the safe side she followed the recipe exactly, or so she thought. All of our friends were there with their special dishes, having fun and dancing.
At that moment, someone had grabbed one of her “delicious” brownies and took a giant bite out of it. The next thing everyone knew she was running for a glass of punch. It turns out my friend had accidentally forgot to put in the sugar, so you can imagine how that turned out.
I love brownies, and so does my friend, so I had told her about the Halloween Brownies Gift Box from Pro-gift-baskets.com. She tried them out and told me that next time she goes to a pot-luck party; she is going to try to obtain a box

Halloween Enjoyment

When my brother, sister, and I were very young, we lived in a small neighborhood in Louisiana . My dad was working nights and my mom was working days. She would be so tired when she got home from work, but she always tried to make Halloween special for us.

I remember one year, my brother was maybe three years old, we wanted to go trick-or-treating. My sister wasn’t old enough to take us by herself, so good old mom decided to do something a little different. We got all dressed up in our costumes and went walking around our house then went to the front door and mom would be there all dressed up as a witch and then we would walk around the house again, go back to the front door and there she was as a mummy( wrapped up in toilet paper). We kept doing this until all the candy ran out. That was a very unique Halloween for us.

If you are looking for something to make Halloween unique for someone in your life have a look at our Halloween Fortune Cookie Baskets. The best part about this particular item is that you can use the plush Halloween themed basket year after year as a decoration around the house

Treats for the Office

At my last job, I made a lot of good friends, some of them I miss dearly. We had a good time together and it was almost like they were family to me. I was only there a year when my husband and I decided to move and I’ve been thinking of what to send these great people.
So I went looking around. I finally found something which caught my interest, the Mrs. Fields Fall Harvest Gift Basket. It had everything I was looking for, cookies, brownies, mini chocolate cakes, and it was package so attractively. With this upcoming holiday it was the perfect gift, and the best advantage to getting this gift is that it gives everyone that I miss the chance to have a little taste.

Pumpkin Carving

My children love it when we go and pick out the biggest pumpkin. We also get four smaller ones so that the children can each have their own. Then we go home, I spread newspaper on the floor in the kitchen and let the kids draw faces on their individual pumpkins.
My husband carves out the tops of the pumpkins and tells the children to dig out the “brains”. Our children love this part because they are able to get all slimy and gooey. After that, when the pumpkins are all empty, the faces get to be carved. Finally, we are able to put candles in the pumpkins and set them out on the porch to let all the neighbors see how creative our children are.
So, if you are feeling imaginative or if you know someone who is artistic we have a Halloween Gift Basket filled with all sorts of items. Like a pumpkin carving set, a flashlight, and besides if they get hungry the basket is also filled with yummy treats that they can nibble on

Halloween Pretzels

The first time I have ever had a chocolate covered pretzel, was when my mother made them in our kitchen. That first taste was just pure heaven. We would stay up playing cards and snacking on these delicious treats. Sweet and salty, the perfect combination for any late night snack.

Like all normal children, my brother, sister and I would fight over them. I would always count them out while we divided them up, one for you, one for you, two for me…..and so on. My sister would get on to me because of course she is older and knows better than that. We still laugh about those times.

At Pro-gift-baskets.com we have our Caramel & Chocolate Halloween Pretzels that would be a great gift for anyone. They are dipped in the finest chocolate, and one that I can’t wait to try, the rich creamy caramel. They are then adorned with Halloween candy sprinkles, to give it that special holiday distinctiveness.

Haunted Houses

During Halloween, my family likes to get together and put on a haunted house for the neighborhood children. There would be a fog machine and a spooky music recording. One year we dressed up as the Addams Family, my sister was Cousin It, brother was Pugsley, mom was Morticia, and dad was Gomez, and I was Wednesday. One of my dad’s buddies from work came over dressed as Uncle Fester.

After we were done terrorizing the kids, we always had a little party in the backyard (transformed into a haunted graveyard). We would have cookies, cakes, candy, popcorn balls all laid out on the tables, and ghost and spiders hanging from the trees. The games were great. Bobbing for Jack-O-Lanterns, musical chairs (had to have the monster mash), and pin the wart on the witch. Those were so much fun, and the children couldn’t wait until next year’s.

If you are having a lot of company this year, or if you have something planned somewhere else we have so many choices to choose from at Pro-gift-baskets.com. Here are just a few to take a look at, the Halloween Pumpkin Gift Tower, Mrs. Fields® Halloween Scarecrow, and Haunting Halloween Gift Box. These are sure to make somebody's Halloween extraordinary.

Halloween Gifts

Growing up in a little town was great. My siblings and I would dress up in our costumes and go house to house and collect all the candy that we could get our hands on. Then, we would go home and count them all out to see who had the most. I remember we use to trade and make deals with the candy. Sometimes we would even play games and the winner would take all the candy, but in the end share with each other.

Now, of course, we are grown up and don’t see each other as often. I always try and send them a little something in the mail. Just to let them know that I am thinking of them at this time of year.

At Pro-gift-baskets.com we have a wide selection of Halloween gifts, like the Halloween Candy Boo Bag, or the Mrs. Fields® Halloween Bear Basket. The stuffed animals that come with these gifts are so adorable. They will also make sure that the recipient, be it a child, grandchild, friend, or co-worker, will remember you and all the times that you have shared. The yummy treats inside won’t hurt either.

Halloween Cookie Jars

My grandmother loves to collect things, and I mean a lot of things. One type of these many items is cookie jars, specifically holiday cookie jars. She had about four Thanksgiving, nine Christmas, three Easter, and one or two Halloween cookie jars. She was so proud of these jars, that she had my grandfather make a custom shelf in her dining room to display these treasured objects.

Every holiday my mom and dad would pack up my brother, sister, and me and go over to grandma’s house. When we arrived there, depending on the holiday, she would have one of these cookie jars on the counter filled to the top with cookies for her grandchildren. We would always sit around the table in her kitchen and snack on cookies and milk while she asked us about our trip.

That is one of my favorite memories growing up. Every time I see a cookie jar I think of my grandparents, and the fun we had. So, why not make some of your own loving memories, Mrs. Fields® Haunted House Cookie Jar, Mrs. Fields® Haunted Ghost Cookie Jar, and the Mrs. Fields® Autumn Cookie Jar. I am sure that your children or grandchildren will cherish the memories, as I have with my grandparents

Halloween Parties

One thing I like about this time of year is all the parties. Whether we are talking about school parties, work parties, or a church function there will be plenty of goodies to go around. So, why not make sure everyone gets a little something that they can savor. Mrs. Beasley’s Pumpkin Tower has a little bit of everything from cookies to the traditional Halloween candy corn. It will bring a blood curling scream (of delight), from all of the vampires and witches.

The Giant Spooky Cookies

When I was younger Halloween was one of my favorite times of year. You could be anything you wanted, and the most exciting part for any youngster is all the candy, cookies, and popcorn balls they will receive. The treat I remember the most is the giant cookies that my mom use to make. Here at Pro-Gift-Baskets.com we carry two different types of giant cookies the Giant Halloween Fortune Cookies and the Halloween Pumpkin Cookie Gift. Both of which will satisfy any sweet tooth and give your kids lasting memories for years to come.

Trick or Treating

Trick or treating is a custom that has been passed down through the centuries. It was started as a way to keep evil spirits at bay. Over the years the tradition has evolved and become more mainstreamed.

During the ninth century people during droughts and times of disease out break, people would wear masks over their mouths. They believed that doing this would scare off evil spirits. During this time there was another tradition in which beggars would go from house to house and get soul cakes or money, for every soul cake received they would pray for the dead.

In today’s society millions of children go out to collect their treats and of course some go out to do their tricks. In the traditions of the past, Pro-Gift-Baskets.com has a great variety of Halloween goodies to take care of your ghouls or goblins. So, take pleasure in this upcoming holiday with a Happy Halloween Gift Box. It is sure to be treasured, at least until the candy is gone!

Fishing-The Honored Past Time

I still remember the first time I ever went fishing with my own fishing pole. It was one of those Snoopy rod and reels; I received it on my sixth birthday. We went to a little fishing hole in California, on the Air Force base we lived on. My dad, brother, and I set up on the bank.I was the first person to catch a fish, out of all the fishing trips that I have had since then this was the best.

It has been 24 years since that trip now I have kids of my own. Most of them enjoy fishing with me and hearing the stories of fishing trips of the past. I know that I enjoy it when I receive gifts of the fishing nature, especially when they are funny. We have a great one for you the Fisherman's Gift Basket.

A Great Reason for Gift Giving

I am a man that is gifted with children, five to be exact; they are the best thing to ever happen to me. Sometimes though I'm afraid that between the kids, I tend to drive my wife to the deep end. Don’t get me wrong my wife has the patience of a saint, but with the amount of people in our home, it can push anyone to the limit. I remember my own mother having days like this. My dad would go out and get things for a picnic such as different types of cheese, cold cuts, sweets, and a good bottle of wine. This gave them a good chance to go out and unwind and offered a setting for the two of them to reconnect.

In my time with my family I have learned to give my wife her time to unwind, but also sending her surprise gifts such as wine gift baskets full of delicious goodies always brings us closer together. When she receives special gifts from me like this she knows that she is always on my mind. Giving gifts just for no reason at all are the types of occasions that create memories you can always cherish.

Cornucopia- The Horn of Plenty

Greek mythology states that the Cornucopia was given to Amalthea, a foster mother to Zeus, by Zeus. She was given this gift because she gave him goat’s milk while she was raising him. In gratitude for her kindness, Zeus broke off a goat horn filling it with fruits and flowers claiming that great abundance would be given to her.

The Cornucopia has been a symbol of good harvests since the time of the Greeks. For societies that can only survive with a good harvest, such as the Pilgrims in the US, the Cornucopia was a ray of hope. This is why we use the cornucopia at our Thanksgiving holidays and other festivals that have to do with harvests. Giving the gift of a Fruit and Nut Cornucopia basket to friends and family will bring good tidings and prosperity for the next year.

The Candy Apple

The first signs of candy apples that we are accustomed to in present time were made in the early 20th century. The delightful sugary fruit combo was first mentioned in the “BEF Time” Christmas of 1917. The coloring and delicious taste made it one of the best Fall Fair foods of all time. Through the passing of time we have covered apples in different types of sweets, toffee, hard candy, caramel, and chocolate. With Halloween just around the corner you’ll find out Halloween candy apples is a great treat to keep the tricks at bay.

The Great Pumpkin

The pumpkin has been a long standing tradition during the month of October in modern America for centuries. The concept of carving a Jack O'Lantern during Halloween came about due to an Irish myth about a man named "Stingy Jack." The story revolves around Jack tricking the Devil multiple times due to his mischievous nature. Once Jack finally died, he was not allowed in to heaven because of his mean nature. He was also not allowed into Hell because of an agreement between him and the Devil. Instead, Jack was sent into the night with just a burning coal to light his way. Jack carved a turnip and placed the coal inside and the legend is that he has roamed the earth ever since. The Irish soon referred to this ghoulish figure as "Jack of the Lantern", which eventually became what we know today as "Jack O'Lantern."

Older versions of the Jack O'Lantern were made of turnips and potatoes, where scary faces would be carved into them and placed in windows to scare Jack and other ghostly spirits away. Eventually, immigrants from Ireland and Scotland brought the Jack O'Lantern tradition with them to the United States and found that the pumpkin actually made the perfect carving surface.

As youngsters prepare for an evening of tricks and treats for Halloween, pumpkins will certainly be at the top of every one's list to complete their front yard decorations. As pumpkins will be lit up everywhere, The Gift Basket Pros also want to suggest sending a pumpkin full of yummy delicious candy to those ghosts and goblins that you won't be able to be with during this spooky time. A Halloween Gift Basket may not be as magical and decorative as a real pumpkin, but it certainly earns points for not being as messy! Happy Halloween to all!

Halloween Cookie Bouquets

The witching hour is almost upon us as Halloween is right around the corner. This year, we have added a number of new and exciting gifts that little ghosts and goblins will love. Brand new to our line up are Halloween Cookie Bouquets such as the Halloween Monster Cookie Bouquet and the Spooky Halloween Bouquet. Each bouquet comes in a variety of sizes and price ranges to suit any budget. Close to 5 inches in diameter and weighing nearly 1/4 pound, these hand decorated butter creme cookies are decorated to look like real ghosts, witches and pumpkins! Great for all ages these yummy cookie gifts will be a huge hit for your one of a kind trick or treaters.

Birthday Gifts for all Ages

Did you know that the song “Happy Birthday to You” was written by 2 teachers out of Louisville, KY in 1893? The birthday cake is believed to be traced back to ancient Greece, where honey cakes or breads symbolized what we consider today as the birthday cake. The birthday candle was used by German families to symbolize the “light of life.” No matter the history or tradition, celebrating birthdays has always been a part of our society and today those traditions are stronger than ever.

Regardless of your age, turning another year older marks change in your life. Putting the past behind you and moving forward to bigger and better things. You can share in this celebration of life by sending festive birthday gifts to friends and family with a variety of gift options. From the rich and delicious hand decorated butter crème cookie bouquet to the birthday cake with candles or festive birthday gift basket, there is a theme for all ages. So don’t let another year go by without sending your warmest birthday wishes to someone special. Get creative and know that the smallest gift can brighten someone’s day more than you can imagine.

Cookie Gifts for All Occasions

Who doesn’t love to snack on cookies? With a wide range of gift giving occasions, sending a fresh baked delectable cookie gift basket or gift tower is a delicious way to show you care! Is the occasion a birthday or a new baby? What about a corporate thank you gift or a sympathy gift? If you have the occasion, we have the perfect cookie gift.

Just imagine their surprise when your recipient receives a box full of decadent Belgian chocolate covered Oreos with colorful confetti sprinkles for their birthday! Or what about an assortment of Mrs. Fields finest fresh baked mini cookies, brownies and muffins as a way to show gratitude to your corporate clients or business associates? No matter the occasion, holiday or theme, cookies always make excellent gift ideas. From hand-decorated butter crème cookies to beautiful gift towers full of an assortment of fresh baked treats, the perfect cookie gift is waiting for you!

Fresh Fruit Gift Ideas

It’s hard to imagine, but it is believed that the apple was grown and eaten by cave dwellers during the Neolithic time. Today, there are more than 7,000 different types of apples grown world wide with the most popular apple being the Red Delicious apple. A faithful companion to the apple is the pear, which is believed to have been consumed by the Stone Age people as food. In today’s society there are over 3,000 varieties of pears grown across the world!

You might be asking, why the history lesson? The reason is fresh fruits such as apples, pears, peaches, and oranges, among many others, have been around for extremely long times and today are still as delicious and full of flavor as they used to be. Sending fruit gift baskets exemplifies your thoughtfulness for the recipient’s special occasion and also demonstrates your exceptional taste. So for your next special gift giving occasion, treat someone to the luscious gift of fruit. You will not only be sending exceptional quality, but also a little history.

New Baby Gifts

If you know someone who has recently given birth, about to enter the hospital or just going to a baby shower, send them one of our brand new baby gifts! We have a brand new line up of precious newborn baby gift baskets in a variety of themes. Baby boy gifts, baby girl gifts and even neutral themed gifts are available in a wide range of styles. The new bundle of joy will enjoy the goodies and mom and dad will love your thoughtfulness!

From such respected names as Baby Einstein and Johnson and Johnson, there is a gift for every one's taste. Soon we will be introducing our new line of personalized baby gift baskets that will add to the ever growing assortment of baby gifts, baby shower gifts and newborn baskets. From sports themed baby gifts to adorable princess themed baby gifts, you will definitely find the perfect gift for the perfect occasion.

Mother's Day Gift Ideas

As Mother's Day quickly approaches, we all turn our thoughts to finding the perfect gift. With so many options to choose from, how do you know what to get? Here are a few suggestions.

Be sure to pick a gift that suits your mother's personality. If she is a fan of pampering bath and body goodies, then treat her to a spa gift basket filled with luscious smelling scents from grapefruit and ginger to an elegant rose scent. With a number of options to choose from, mom will feel like queen for the day. If she is more of the gourmet snacker, then send her a gift that contains a variety of treats such as chocolate covered Oreos or even fresh baked personalized cookies!

No matter what you choose, sending Mother's Day Gifts can be a fun filled shopping experience. Finding the perfect gift for your mom, step-mom, wife, or anyone who deserves to be recognized on this celebrated day is certainly worth putting some loving thought and time in to.

Easter Baskets for Kids

With Easter just a week away, it is time to start thinking about what to send your little ones that you can not be with to celebrate Easter Day. From precious Easter themed gift baskets to towers that look like Peter Cottontail, selecting the perfect gift can be very easy. For the younger kids, sending goodies such as foil wrapped chocolate Easter bunnies that sits comfortable inside an adorable Easter Bunny Tote may be the option. For the older kids on your list, there are a number of more elegant or grown up options such as the Springtime Gift Tower. All of the Easter Gift Baskets are affordable in price and in a variety of themes.

Valentine's Day Gifts

The time is finally here where love and romance is in the forefront of everyone's thoughts. With just a couple of days left, The Gift Basket Pros are here to help you select the perfect gift to show your love. No matter if you are in a new and budding relationship or if you are sending a gift to your honey of 50 years, we have a wide selection of gifts to suit your specific need.

You can send you sweetie a Romantic Gift Basket for the two of you to share together, or for the not so serious, send her our Chocolate Covered Oreos along side an adorable plush teddy bear. So whether you are new to the romance game or very experienced, we have the perfect romantic treat to share your sentiments. Valentine's Day only comes around once a year, so make sure you send the very best!