Trying to find some creative gift ideas for that baby shower? A great idea is to present mom and baby with homemade gift basket ideas. This can be a delightful surprise full of useful and charming goodies. Instead of just one gift to open, she can dig through a treasure trove of baby items that is only limited by your imagination.

You’ll need to decide if you’re going to purchase a baby gift basket already assembled and attractively packaged, or if you’ll make up a homemade basket that can be personalized for the recipient.

It’s easy to make up baby gift baskets, as well as being a lot of fun. First off, you’ll need a large basket, either plain or decorated. Select a variety of small baby items, both practical and cute. They don’t have to cost the world, so you have the opportunity to make this an inexpensive gift. Your time is the largest, and best, contribution.

When choosing your basket, consider buying a plain one and then painting it. For something special, choose a basket decorated with a baby theme. Use a receiving blanket to line the basket and place your main item in the center. This must be the biggest item, such as a plushy toy. Display a few smaller gifts around this. Items like bibs, washcloths, teething rings and soft toys are all great ideas.

Try using a theme for the gift basket as an extra special touch. As an example, a baby bath basket could contain bath toys, a baby bath support, and some useful items like baby shampoo, soap and lotion. Add an adorable hooded baby bath towel.

For wrapping the gift basket, use clear cellophane. There are lots of gift baskets that you can get in adorable patterns. Add on a puffy pastel bow, and don’t forget the card.

An easy way to give a gift basket is to buy one that’s fully loaded with special baby treats and nicely decorated. This is a real time saver and you won’t have to think up ideas. You can shop for gift baskets both at retail outlets and online. Online gift basket stores frequently carry a large selection of cute themes like Baby Einstein and cookie bouquets. Personalization is sometimes an option with these products.

You can’t go wrong with choosing a gift basket for that brand new baby. The new mother will appreciate your thoughtfulness and enjoy the contents.