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How to make hamper baskets

June 23rd, 2015

You know things that a hamper basket consists of but do you know how you can make a hamper basket with paper at home? It isn’t very difficult but can be time consuming if you aren’t an arts and crafts fan. Even if you don’t want to make a basket at home, do give it a try sometime. Once you learn it well, you can be excellent at this art.

Follow these steps: –

Things you need –

  • Strong glue
  • Newspapers
  • cutter and scissors
  • a ruler to measure
  • cardboard piece
  • and a cloth piece

Procedure of making this basket:

1. You need to start with cutting long strips of newspapers. All should be of the same side. Fold them horizontally and make it into a round shape. This will give you a long pipe type tube.

2. Make several rolls. You can use glue to stick the edges at each ends of the rolls so that it doesn’t open up. Be gentle during this procedure.

3. For the base of the hamper basket, you need to cut two rectangles of the cardboard. The size depends on you.

4. Insert the tubes slowly in between the two pieces. Now slowly press the cardboard so that the tubes stick well.

5. If you want, you can use double sided tape to cover the remaining piece of cardboard which isn’t getting stuck properly with glue. Keep doing this and let the tubes dry for about an hour.

6. Now, start weaving and join two of the rolls together. This is like basic weaving but you have to be careful and you should know where to put the glue to stick them together. While you are making it, you will know which ends are coming out and where to put glue. It should look like a stitch.

7. As you weave it and twist it, keep in mind to pull it straight up and let the tubes be tight enough so it doesn’t come out at all.

8. In case you are tired with the process, take a break and use a clip to hold things in place otherwise you will have to go through the entire process again.

9. In the corners, do twist extra before you go around the other corner. Keep repeating this twist.

10. As you keep doing this, you will realise how easy it has become and it is flexible now that you have an idea about it.

11. Continue adding rows until you have had the desired height you want.

12. After sometime, cut the ends off the hanging out strips and stick them to the baskets sides. If you want, you can place a cloth piece on the cardboard inside so it looks presentable.

13. Finish off the process with polyurethane spray so that it protects the newspapers and stiffens it well. If the basket is spoilt, do not worry. Try again or else buy it from outside.

These strong baskets are useful when you send hampers by post.

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Exotic fruit hamper

June 23rd, 2015

While making a fruit basket hamper, you have to know which fruits are rich and healthy. Putting exotic fruits in a hamper basket will add charm to your gift. Here is a list of fruits you should add and the reasons too.

  • Prickly pears: -These fruits are sweet in taste and often come from Mexico. Why you should eat this fruit, because it contains high amount of magnesium that can cure type 2 – diabetes and is good for health otherwise too. These fruits are great when making fruit salads. The mild sweet taste adds more to the salads. Besides that, this fruit is uncommon and exotic.
  • Longans: –We have hardly heard about this fruit. Longans are known as little brothers to the lychee fruit and look a lot like it. They have a brown covering and taste musky sweet. They are a native to China. This fruit is rich in Vitamin C and has low calories. Including this in your diet will help you shed weight faster.
  • Star fruit: -Like its name, Star Fruit is in the shape of a star when sliced. This yellow coloured fruit tastes like plum and apples. A native to Asia, this is a beneficial food. It has less than 40 calories and lots of fibre and vitamin C. A study showed that if this fruit is consumed on a daily basis, heart disease risk can be lower. Isn’t this reason enough to add this fruit to your hamper?
  • Kumquats: -They resemble oranges but do not get confused. Kumquats are small in size and taste sweet. They are originated from China and have numerous health uses. This tiny fruit has more Vitamin C than grapes, bananas and apples. Studies have shown that people who consume this fruit are healthier than those who don’t. So be healthy and buy Kumquats.
  • Plantains: -They are lookalikes of bananas but are different in taste. Once it ripens, it turns black and becomes sweeter and tastier. You can eat them while a little raw too. Plantains have more vitamin C, A and potassium than the normal bananas we eat. So say goodbye to bananas and eat plantains instead.
  • Persimmons: -Found in Canada, persimmons are rich in many vitamins. This bright orange and acron-like shaped fruit is sweet and crispy. Sounds delicious right? Wait till you hear how healthy it is. They have plenty of vitamin A which helps the immunity system, vitamin c and lots of fiber that is helpful while dieting.
  • Dragon fruit: -This reddish pink fruit is too good for you. The name might shock you but the insides which are white have black small seeds in it. If you are carried away with the beauty of this fruit, here is why this is considered a super fruit – It contains around 60 calories only and is rich in vitamin C, B1, B2, B3. Also, it consists of several minerals like iron, calcium, and phosphorus.

Add these exotic fruits and get your hamper delivery done right away!

 

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Ace the art of making hampers at home

June 23rd, 2015

It might seem simple but it isn’t. Making a hamper can be quite a task. When making a hamper basket at home, there are things you need to keep in mind. Hence, check this out: –

  • Prep: -Two days or few days advance preparation is required. You cannot run around in a day and find ribbons, wrappers and a big basket. Plus, if you are including some gifts which you are buying some outside then buy it in advance and once you have collected all the needful items, sit down and prepare.
  • Make a list: -Once you have all the items, make a list. You can do this before too. But after the things have come, check what else is needed and how you are going to go about it. Plan it well and don’t just plan it in the head. If you want label items which need to put in order.
  • Decide a theme: –Yes, this is a cute idea. Decide a theme for the hamper. This will make your work of thinking of gifts easier. You can make the basket of several themes like, movies, spa, song, fiction, TV series, food, gardening, sports and many others.
  • Budget: -Decide your budget too. Remember if you are sending hamper delivery in UK then the money of it will cost you too. Plus do not go over to the top if your budget is restricting you. Make sure everything fits your bill well. For a food related hamper, you can bake or try making all the items at home. And cookies will hardly cost anything. If you are going the fancier way then calculate all the rates and then decide which theme and things to pick up or include.
  • The items: -The contents have been decided and now you have to know how to put them. If you are baking things then decide something that will last long and they can store it for days. Do not go complicated when it comes to cakes and other desserts. The leaking sauce or chocolate can ruin the hamper. Assemble all the items in one place and label them. Make little notes for each of them and put it.
  • Containers: –Finding the appropriate container can be an issue. See which boxes are good and will not break while delivering items across the countries. Pack the gifts well in the containers. And put the notes you wrote in the previous step on them with a thread. Make sure you seal the containers well.
  • The final part: –In this step, you have to check your list and see if the packing is fine and looks decorative. If not then add some decorations on the basket too. Do not forget to paste a gift card on top of basket. Once you are done wrapping it, check again!

These homemade hacks are your Savior. Since you are designing your own hamper, you can always rearrange it till it is sent.

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Unique Gifting Ideas for First Marriage Anniversary

June 3rd, 2015

Marriage marks a special day in everyone’s life. Celebrating first anniversary is a milestone which demands intricate planning for your beloved. What could be a better way than to gift your loved one with something unique that leaves an indelible mark in one’s memory? Here is a list of some unique ideas which is sure to attract attention of your loved dear:

  • Relive your story through a mosaic of photo memoirs

Make a scrapbook with all the photos starting from the start of your relationship. An ideal way to do it is to enfold a story like a beautiful prince and princess meet with two photos of you and your beloved before the start of your relation and then slowly proceed with photographs of dinner and lunch dates, special moments spent together and photos of outdoor tours. All in all, a collage foretelling your love tale would work wonder to charm your true love. In case, you are running out of time, various kinds of photo montage frames are available in the market. Pick one and arrange your photos chronologically from the time period when you both met till the time of first anniversary to create a personalized gift unique for the two of you.

  • Give a personalized touch to watch

Well, gifting a wrist watch is quite traditional. However, adding a tinge of twist to it is a personalized watch with the initials of your spouse engraved in it. All the more, one can also gift a pocket watch with a couple photo attached in it. An elegant and a classy present, it is a very unique gift which is sure to attract the attention of your beloved.

  • Pamper your loved one

A good way of celebration this special event is by treating your partner to an hour of complete relaxation. Coupons for couple spa could be an ideal choice. An hour of togetherness wherein one is serenaded by the aroma of the rose petals and relaxed in the aura of soothing music is simply amazing. Various kinds of couple spa options are available and one has a load of options to choose from. Better still is to plan out an exotic vacation and depute one day solely for spa.

  • Send delicacies online

Your first anniversary falling on one of the weekdays? Worry not. Surprise your loved ones by hamper delivery online to their respective office. This will bring an instant smile on their face and make their day. Plethora of options is available for hamper – chocolates, fruits, cocktail, presents or an assortment of mix and match can be chosen. Hamper can be selected according to the choice and taste of their loved ones to ensure that they enjoy every bit of it.

All these tips can actually make this day a little bit more special for both of you to treasure. First anniversary definitely demands a memorable present, and these unique ideas can very well do the trick. So, make your anniversary day special with these unique gifts.

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5 Best Gift Hampers for Father’s Day

May 29th, 2015

Searching for a perfect Father’s day gift idea? You are at a right place then, we have put a lot of effort in creating the best gifts for all the dads around the globe. Whatever is the choice of your dad, you can find good gift ideas from here.

  •  FATHERS DAY FLOWERS

Present your lovely dad with a beautiful bouquet of flowers and make him happy. We have an exciting range of flower bouquets that can surely please your dad. Iris and Freesias, Seasons Delight, Gerbera Joy, Blues and Blooms, Picasso, Multicolor Roses and many other bouquets are easily available on our website. Show your love to your dad by presenting any of these stunning bouquets.

  • FATHER’S DAY CAKES

Chocolate orange sponge cake, Dundee cake, quirky 4 sharing sponge cake, traditional sharing sponge cake and many other types of cakes are there that can be presented to your father on the lovely occasion of father’s day. Add a touch of personalization by adding your personal message. All these cakes are delivered fresh to your place and are so perfect to taste,

  • FATHER’S DAY CHOCOLATES:

Who doesn’t like chocolates? Yes, there is no one who doesn’t like them. Same is the case with your father, he also loves chocolates. A chocolate hamper could be the best gift for him on father’s day. Chocolate bite size hampers, balloting bear chocolate gift, nestle gift hamper, green and black gift basket, chocolate coated hazelnut nougat could be the best gifts for your dad if he is an absolute chocolate lover. Select any of these and make a ravishing gift hampers delivery to your father to make him feel special and loved.

  • FATHER’S DAY FRUIT BASKETS.

Fruit baskets are also the best gift on the father’s day, they are not only very much healthy but also very pleasant to eyes and look beautiful when they are beautifully packed. Present him with a dry fruit basket or with the fresh fruit basket on this beautiful day and make him happy. These are the perfect way to your father’s fitness as well. Premium fruit basket, sweet celebration fruit basket, festive fruit basket fruit and nut basket and the celebration fruit basket are some of the exciting fruit baskets that are available to please your Dad. You can easily choose them to present to your father on the father’s day.

  • FATHER’S DAY BALLOONS.

Our balloons for father’s day are a mean to add a little fun to your esteemed celebrations of father’s day. Make him surprise with your lovely father’s day balloon surprise and let him enjoy this wonderful day with the best of your memories. Choose to send balloons bouquet for your dad to make him exclaim with laughter on receiving such a lovely and enthralling gift.

World’s greatest dad balloon, love you dad balloon, best dad balloon are some of the exciting balloons hampers readily available on our website.

Dads are so special, as they are the inspiration in your life and they are always there for you whenever you need any guidance or support. Why not celebrate this Father’s Day in by sending him some breathtaking gifts.

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