Throughout the world, we have made a beautiful tradition of exchanging gifts on festive occasions. They have become expressions for love and care or given just as a memento. But, one question that always pops up in our heads is that what we should give as gift. But, don’t worry. Now-a-days, a very novel trend is popular that can be explained as the best way to show that we care for the people we love and that is, gifting fruit baskets.

How to make your own fruit basket?

• Well, as obvious it may seem, first of all, purchase a basket. Wicker baskets and straw baskets are usually the best option to go for. Also, any color basket can be picked up to make fruit baskets but for Christmas, a red colored or golden colored basket will be very appropriate.

• The next most important step is to decorate the fruit basket. The more decorative it will be, the more festive feeling it will provide. However, one must also take care that it is not over-decorated as it gives a gaudy feeling to the same.

• Before, you start decorating and start placing your things in the fruit basket, buy a small blanket to place in the bottom of the basket. You can also use a wrapping paper to line the bottom of the basket. You can also add red or golden ribbon to the handle to make it look more beautiful.

• Now, the third step is to place the fruits in the baskets in a neat order by utilising the optimum space. Some fruits that should be added to the basket are:

•  Apples: They are must haves for your fruit baskets. They are mostly likes by all and remain fresh for longer. This is an advantage if you are sending fruit basket any long distance.

• Peaches: They are other must haves for your fruit basket. But, they are delicate by nature and hence, needs extra protection. If you want to ship them along, then make sure that they are either placed in a plastic container or wrapped in a protective foam.

• Citrus fruits: These include oranges, grapefruits, tangerines, etc. which add a sweet and mild tart taste to balance the sweetness of your fruit baskets. Plus, they are loaded with vitamins.

• Pineapple: They are perfect complement to the fruit baskets. Moreover, they are heavier than the rest and also bigger in size, so manage the space well in your baskets.

Grapes and berries: These are highly delicate fruits and should be added wisely to the fruit baskets. They should not be taken into consideration if you are sending the fruit basket to a long distance.

Fruit baskets are perfect gift for all the occasions. They can be given as house-warming gifts, thank you gifts, get well soon gifts or just any other gift. Christmas fruit basket ideas can also include other Christmas delicacies like wine, baked goods, chocolates, candies, sweets or just flowers. So, decorate your fruit basket and show your love and concern to your family and friends.

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