Choosing the Gifts and Basket
Step1
Consider the following items for the kitchen: manual can opener, funnel, egg slicer, wooden spoons, rubber spatulas, cheese grater, measuring spoons, measuring cups, kitchen timer, trivets and tongs.
Step2
Include as household necessities: extra light bulbs, extra batteries in all sizes, flashlights, cellophane tape, mini tool kit, pens, notepaper, mini sewing kit, scissors and basic medical kit.
Step3
Pick a basket style. Your choices include those with one handle, with two side handles or without handles. Make certain the basket is large enough to hold the gifts you have selected.
Step4
Decide on the color of the basket by choosing one that complements the newlyweds' home decor. If in doubt, choose a neutral color by selecting a natural wicker basket.
Step5
Use shredded paper filling to make the gifts fit snugly in the basket.
Step6
Buy a humorous greeting card.
Packing the Basket
Step1
Wrap each present with a colorful gift wrap.
Step2
Put a layer of shredded paper filling on the bottom of the basket.
Step3
Place the wrapped gifts vertically or horizontally in the basket, as space allows, pushing the filling between gifts to ensure a very snug fit. Cover some of the gifts completely with the filling to create mini surprises when the basket is unpacked.
Step4
Place the basket in the center of a large piece of clear or tinted cellophane gift wrap. You may need two pieces of the wrap to completely cover a large basket.
Step5
Bring all sides of the wrap to a few inches above the top of the basket. Secure the wrap by tying it with a long, colorful ribbon.
Step6
Tape your greeting card onto the wrap.