Gift Basket Business

This business consists of creating marketable gift baskets for all occasions. One of the most appealing features of the gift basket business is the virtually unlimited market. Everyone loves to give and receive baskets, and gift-giving is an almost constant occurrence. You can sell gift baskets for all different occasions and themes. Gift Baskets can be sold to individuals, businesses and for fundraisers, to name a few.

Creativity is essential to succeed in this business. If you are skilled, or have some experience, in craft oriented ideas, creating unique and irresistible gift baskets shouldn't be a problem. However, the person who has no practical experience, and who is not "naturally artistic" might do well to hire a creative friend or relative as a partner in this business venture.

List of supplies:

Baskets, Mugs, Planters, Fruit bowls, Candy baskets and/or Baby baskets
Fillers such as:
Lotions, Shampoos and Soaps
Children products
All natural items and Gourmet Foods
Golf tees, Small books and Stationary
*Fillers must be pleasing and useful to ensure repeat customers
Ribbons
Bows
Artificial Grass
Tissue Paper
Labels
Cards
Envelopes
Tape
Cellophane or other wrapping material
Phone
Answering machine (so you don't miss a call)

Optional:

Shrink wrap machine -- will add a touch of professionalism to your
operation. This machine wraps your baskets in a clear or colored
plastic film. Good shrink wrap machines sell for about $400.

PROMOTING YOUR BUSINESS

Word-of-mouth
Paid Advertisements with Newspapers, Radio, Direct Mail, Yellow Pages
and Magazines
Brochures describing the assortment of baskets you make left at local
businesses
Have a website with photos of your baskets and send out newsletters
Network with other related home based businesses & swap advertising
Rent a booth at a community fair, flea market or church bizarre

Additional Resources

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Start Your Own Website

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