The Basket Case http://the-basketcase.com We're Crazy About Creativity! Tue, 10 Aug 2010 14:55:25 +0000 http://wordpress.org/?v=2.1 en Picnic Basket with Sparkling Cider and Cheeseboards http://the-basketcase.com/?p=468 http://the-basketcase.com/?p=468#comments Fri, 23 Apr 2010 00:24:41 +0000 Barbara http://the-basketcase.com/?p=468 http://the-basketcase.com/?feed=rss2&p=468 Mother’s Day Garden http://the-basketcase.com/?p=466 http://the-basketcase.com/?p=466#comments Fri, 23 Apr 2010 00:21:58 +0000 Barbara http://the-basketcase.com/?p=466

 

]]> http://the-basketcase.com/?feed=rss2&p=466 Gardening Basket (Small) http://the-basketcase.com/?p=326 http://the-basketcase.com/?p=326#comments Sun, 28 Mar 2010 19:21:53 +0000 Barbara http://the-basketcase.com/?p=326 This cute little basket contains some great gardening items:*

  • Nitrile-coated knit gloves
  • “T” plant labels (reusable; 10 in a pack)
  • Soil test kit
  • Plant-mister watering can
  • Porcelain sugar dish (complete with a silk flower garden in it)
  • Wildflower seed bag (in the back of the basket; 24 oz covers up to 1000 sq feet of soil)

*According to availability, items of equal or greater value may be substituted.

]]> http://the-basketcase.com/?feed=rss2&p=326 Savory Food Basket http://the-basketcase.com/?p=437 http://the-basketcase.com/?p=437#comments Sat, 27 Mar 2010 19:11:21 +0000 Barbara http://the-basketcase.com/?p=437 This is a great little savory gift!

It contains:*

  • Wolfgang Puck Gourmet Coffee
  • Walker’s Shortbread Cookies (2)
  • Cracked-Wheat Wafers (2)
  • Italian Herb cheese spread
  • Roasted Garlic cheese spread
  • Nunes Nuts (2)
  • Movie Theater Butter Popcorn

*According to availability, items of equal or greater value may be substituted.

]]> http://the-basketcase.com/?feed=rss2&p=437 Sympathy Garden http://the-basketcase.com/?p=365 http://the-basketcase.com/?p=365#comments Sun, 07 Mar 2010 00:57:42 +0000 Barbara http://the-basketcase.com/?p=365 This thoughtful gift contains a plant, tabletop water fountain, and a “memory book” for recording special memories of the deceased.

*According to availability, items of equal or greater value may be substituted.

]]> http://the-basketcase.com/?feed=rss2&p=365 Bread & Cheese basket http://the-basketcase.com/?p=379 http://the-basketcase.com/?p=379#comments Wed, 03 Mar 2010 21:16:14 +0000 Barbara http://the-basketcase.com/?p=379 This is a great choice for the man on your gift list!

It includes:*

  • Three artisan breads from The Bread Shack, an amazing local bakery in Auburn, Maine
  • Meier’s Sparkling Catawba non-alcoholic grape juice (6.3 fl. oz)
  • Roasted garlic cheese
  • Sundried tomato pesto
  • Green and black olive bruschetta
  • Seasonal cloth napkin, florals and bow

*According to availability, items of equal or greater value may be substituted.

]]> http://the-basketcase.com/?feed=rss2&p=379 Crazy About Fishing! http://the-basketcase.com/?p=407 http://the-basketcase.com/?p=407#comments Wed, 03 Mar 2010 20:09:26 +0000 Barbara http://the-basketcase.com/?p=407 Do you know somebody who’s crazy about fishing?  This gift is sure to please!

It contains:*

  • Fishing calendar or magazine
  • Reel oil
  • Lightstick and bell combo for their fishing rod
  • Birch fillet knife with a leather sheath
  • Pliers
  • Wolfgang Puck coffee
  • Cracked-wheat crackers
  • Smoked Alaskan Salmon

All in a great fishing creel!

*According to availability, items of equal or greater value may be substituted.

]]> http://the-basketcase.com/?feed=rss2&p=407 Posies for Toesies http://the-basketcase.com/?p=307 http://the-basketcase.com/?p=307#comments Wed, 03 Mar 2010 12:23:41 +0000 Barbara http://the-basketcase.com/?p=307 Looking for a real attention getter?  This is it!

Includes: *

  • 3 pairs of socks (made into “flower buds”)
  • Contoured Pedicure Board
  • Foot Brush/Pumice Stone
  • Exfoliating Foot Scrub
  • Moisture-Rich Foot Lotion
  • Comfort Toe Separators (2)
  • Hand towel

*According to availability, items of equal or greater value may be substituted.

]]> http://the-basketcase.com/?feed=rss2&p=307 Classic Valentine’s Basket http://the-basketcase.com/?p=421 http://the-basketcase.com/?p=421#comments Wed, 03 Feb 2010 21:27:26 +0000 Barbara http://the-basketcase.com/?p=421 When I think of Valentine’s Day, I think of stuffed animals, chocolates, and flowers.  This basket has all of those!

Contains:*

  • Stuffed bear in a wonderfully elegant chocolate color, with a pink ”Love” necklace
  • Heart-themed wind spinner
  • Extra-woolly pink socks
  • “Love” flower vase (*My friend Laurie at Sweet Pea Designs can add real flowers for an additional cost.  Call me if you want that option.)
  • Meier’s Sparkling Catawba non-alcoholic juice (6.3 fl. oz.)
  • Dillon’s Pecan Praline sweet treat
  • Nikki’s English Toffee chocolate cookie
  • City Garden Petal Bag (can be used for makeup, jewelry, or an evening bag)
  • Buckley’s Handmade Thimble Cookies (powdered-sugar coated cookies)

*According to availability, items of equal or greater value may be substituted.

]]> http://the-basketcase.com/?feed=rss2&p=421 Sweet Food Basket http://the-basketcase.com/?p=425 http://the-basketcase.com/?p=425#comments Sat, 16 Jan 2010 12:15:00 +0000 Barbara http://the-basketcase.com/?p=425 This pretty little gift contains:*

  • Too Good Gourmet Raspberry Tea cookies
  • Lemon Straws
  • Nikki’s English Toffee cookie
  • Fruit Buds
  • Walker’s Shortbread cookies
  • Espressimo coffee drink
  • Chai tea drink

*According to availability, items of equal or greater value may be substituted.

]]> http://the-basketcase.com/?feed=rss2&p=425 Organized Fun http://the-basketcase.com/?p=309 http://the-basketcase.com/?p=309#comments Sun, 03 Jan 2010 12:32:24 +0000 Barbara http://the-basketcase.com/?p=309 Being organized doesn’t have to be boring! 

This organizer contains all kinds of fun!*

  • K’Nuckle Popcorn
  • Monica’s Handmade Cookies
  • Berry BonBons Raspberry-Flavored Hard Candies
  • Thimble Cookies
  • Flower-shaped sticky notes
  • Beach sticky notes
  • Flower notepad
  • Flag highlighter

*According to availibility, items of equal or greater value may be substituted.

]]> http://the-basketcase.com/?feed=rss2&p=309 Holiday Snack Basket http://the-basketcase.com/?p=457 http://the-basketcase.com/?p=457#comments Tue, 24 Nov 2009 18:50:54 +0000 Barbara http://the-basketcase.com/?p=457 This is a great gift to send to a large group!  It contains:*

  • Indiana Popcorn Original Kettlecorn
  • Indiana Popcorn Aged White Cheddar Kettlecorn
  • Stonewall Kitchen Rosemary Parmesan Crackers
  • Fruit Medley dried fruit
  • Wolfgang Puck European Style Coffee
  • Stonewall Kitchen Tomato Herb Bruschetta
  • Roasted Garlic cheese spread
  • Italian Herb cheese spread
  • Lindt Lindor Truffles (6 assorted)

*According to availability, items of equal or greater value may be substituted.

]]> http://the-basketcase.com/?feed=rss2&p=457 Christmas Morning in Maine basket http://the-basketcase.com/?p=455 http://the-basketcase.com/?p=455#comments Tue, 24 Nov 2009 18:45:55 +0000 Barbara http://the-basketcase.com/?p=455 This basket contains:*

  • Stonewall Kitchen Popover Mix
  • Stonewall Kitchen Farmhouse Pancake & Waffle Mix
  • Stonewall Kitchen Wild Maine Blueberry Syrup
  • Stonewall Kitchen Wild Maine Blueberry Jam
  • Wolfgang Puck Gourmet coffee
  • Nikki’s Nutcracker chocolate-covered Sugar Cookies (2)

According to availability, items of equal or greater value may be substituted.

]]> http://the-basketcase.com/?feed=rss2&p=455 Holiday $75 basket http://the-basketcase.com/?p=451 http://the-basketcase.com/?p=451#comments Tue, 24 Nov 2009 18:40:05 +0000 Barbara http://the-basketcase.com/?p=451 This basket contains:*

  • Indiana Popcorn white-cheddar kettlecorn (3.5 oz)
  • Indiana Popcorn original kettlecorn (4 oz)
  • Nikki’s Nutcracker chocolate-covered Sugar Cookies (2)
  • Nikki’s Gingerbread Boy (dipped in white chocolate)
  • Roasted Garlic cheese spread
  • Italian Herb cheese spread
  • Cracked Wheat Wafers (2 packages)
  • Walker’s Shortbread Fingers (2 packages)
  • Lindt Lindor Truffles (2)
  • Pita Chips

*According to availability, items of equal or greater value may be substituted.

]]> http://the-basketcase.com/?feed=rss2&p=451 Holiday $115 basket http://the-basketcase.com/?p=453 http://the-basketcase.com/?p=453#comments Sun, 01 Nov 2009 18:49:54 +0000 Barbara http://the-basketcase.com/?p=453 This basket contains:*

  • Indiana Popcorn white-cheddar kettlecorn
  • Pita Chips
  • K’Nuckle white-fudge-dipped popcorn
  • Fruit Medley dried fruit
  • Wolfgang Puck coffee
  • Cracked Wheat Wafers (2 packages)
  • Italian Herb cheese spread
  • Roasted Garlic cheese spread
  • Walker’s Shortbread Fingers (2 packages)
  • Nikki’s Nutcracker chocolate-covered Sugar Cookies (2)
  • Smoked Alaskan Salmon
  • Lindt Lindor Truffles (6)

 *According to availability, items of equal or greater value may be substituted.

]]> http://the-basketcase.com/?feed=rss2&p=453 Holiday $55 basket http://the-basketcase.com/?p=449 http://the-basketcase.com/?p=449#comments Sun, 01 Nov 2009 18:34:25 +0000 Barbara http://the-basketcase.com/?p=449 This basket contains:*

  • Indiana Popcorn white-cheddar kettlecorn (1.1 oz)
  • Nikki’s Nutcracker chocolate-covered Sugar Cookie
  • Roasted Garlic cheese spread
  • Italian Herb cheese spread
  • Cracked Wheat Wafers (2 packages)
  • Walker’s Shortbread Fingers (2 packages)
  • Lindt Lindor Truffles (2)
  • Nikki’s Gingerbread Boy

*According to availability, items of equal or greater value may be substituted.

]]> http://the-basketcase.com/?feed=rss2&p=449 Holiday $38 basket http://the-basketcase.com/?p=447 http://the-basketcase.com/?p=447#comments Sun, 01 Nov 2009 18:26:21 +0000 Barbara http://the-basketcase.com/?p=447 This basket contains:*

  • Indiana Popcorn white-cheddar kettlecorn (1.1 oz)
  • Pita Chips
  • Fruit Medley dried fruit
  • Nikki’s Nutcracker chocolate-covered Sugar Cookie (2)

*According to availability, items of equal or greater value may be substituted.

]]> http://the-basketcase.com/?feed=rss2&p=447 $75 Fall Basket http://the-basketcase.com/?p=459 http://the-basketcase.com/?p=459#comments Wed, 28 Oct 2009 14:03:27 +0000 Barbara http://the-basketcase.com/?p=459 The colors of autumn are so pretty, especially when paired with some great food!

This basket contains:*

  • Stonewall Kitchen Popover mix
  • Fruit Medley dried fruit
  • Bellagio Cocoa
  • Colombian Supreme coffee
  • Stonewall Kitchen Farmhouse Pancake & Waffle Mix
  • Stonewall Kitchen Wild Maine Blueberry Jam
  • Stonewall Kitchen Wild Maine Blueberry Syrup

*According to availability, items of equal or greater value may be substituted.

]]> http://the-basketcase.com/?feed=rss2&p=459 Halloween Candy Bouquet http://the-basketcase.com/?p=34 http://the-basketcase.com/?p=34#comments Thu, 01 Oct 2009 15:30:48 +0000 admin http://the-basketcase.com/?p=34 Halloween is my favorite holiday. It just doesn’t get much better than dressing up, getting candy and being just a little scared! Adrenalin all around! The best part, of course, is getting back to the house and sorting through all the loot in my candy bag.

This candy bouquet has:

  • Reese’s Pumpkins
  • Peppermint Patty Bats
  • Hershey’s Chocolate Ghosts
  • Tootsie Rolls (chocolate and fruit flavored)
  • Dots (fruit-flavored gumdrops)
]]> http://the-basketcase.com/?feed=rss2&p=34 Junk Food Junkie http://the-basketcase.com/?p=445 http://the-basketcase.com/?p=445#comments Thu, 20 Aug 2009 19:38:55 +0000 Barbara http://the-basketcase.com/?p=445 Healthy food is great for everyday eating, but sometimes you just gotta let loose and have some candy!  This trashcan of “junk food” is just what you need! 

It contains:*

  • Make-Your-Own Gummy Pizza
  • Bubblegum balls (four sleeves)
  • Skittles candy
  • “Sports Drink” Powder Candy bottles (4-pack)
  • And, yes, those are Gummy Rats scampering into the trashcan for a treat!

*According to availability, items of equal or greater value may be substituted.

]]> http://the-basketcase.com/?feed=rss2&p=445 $15 Cheese & Cracker Gift http://the-basketcase.com/?p=443 http://the-basketcase.com/?p=443#comments Thu, 20 Aug 2009 19:31:18 +0000 Barbara http://the-basketcase.com/?p=443 This little gift is just right!   With an overall height of 8″, it contains:

  • Wine & Cheese Crackers
  • Roasted Garlic spreadable cheese
  • Ceramic-handled cheese spreader
  • Ceramic condiment bowl

*According to availability, items of equal or greater value may be substituted.

]]> http://the-basketcase.com/?feed=rss2&p=443 Easter Basket for Girl http://the-basketcase.com/?p=441 http://the-basketcase.com/?p=441#comments Mon, 06 Apr 2009 13:00:46 +0000 Barbara http://the-basketcase.com/?p=441 This basket is great for a pre-teen!

It contains:*

  • Barbie iDesign Fashion Cards
  • Stonewall Kitchens Hand & Body Lotion
  • Lavender Lotion, Bar Soap and Body Wash 
  • Shower pouf
  • City Garden lotion and petal bag
  • Reusable butterfly tote

*According to availability, items of equal or greater value may be substituted.

]]> http://the-basketcase.com/?feed=rss2&p=441 Easter Basket for Boy http://the-basketcase.com/?p=439 http://the-basketcase.com/?p=439#comments Mon, 06 Apr 2009 12:57:35 +0000 Barbara http://the-basketcase.com/?p=439 This is a great basket for that active little boy!

It contains:*

  • Commando Force toy helicopter
  • Socker Bopper inflatable punching mitts
  • “Disappearing” plastic knife (with retractable blade)
  • Easter cookies
  • Gum in a carrot-shaped container
  • Reusable storage basket

*According to availability, items of equal or greater value may be substituted.

]]> http://the-basketcase.com/?feed=rss2&p=439 $100 Easter Basket http://the-basketcase.com/?p=429 http://the-basketcase.com/?p=429#comments Tue, 31 Mar 2009 12:30:57 +0000 Barbara http://the-basketcase.com/?p=429 Don’t you love Easter?  This great basket brings back wonderful memories for me!

It contains:*

  • Cleaning For Kids! toy washing machine
  • Handmade bunny cookie
  • Carrot-shaped container of gum
  • Winnie The Pooh crayons
  • Disney Princess toy ”Phone with Answering Machine”
  • Disney Princess toy ”Mini Boombox”
  • Cupcake-shaped bag with pretend cupcake-baking items
  • Floral bag
  • Cupcake-shaped bank

*According to availability, items of equal or greater value may be substituted.

]]> http://the-basketcase.com/?feed=rss2&p=429 Testimonial from Hillary Eaton, Marketing Director of Austin Associates, p.a. http://the-basketcase.com/?p=435 http://the-basketcase.com/?p=435#comments Fri, 27 Mar 2009 18:44:54 +0000 Barbara http://the-basketcase.com/?p=435 “I simply can’t praise Barbara’s work adequately.  The Basket Case is exceptional.

As the Marketing Director for Austin Associates, p.a., we have a great deal of foot traffic through our office during tax season.  In an effort to gather more contacts for our email newsletter, we had Barbara put together a gift basket (with some of our branded materials tucked in here and there) that people are entering to win by joining our mailing list.  It has been successful beyond my expectations.  Plus, countless people have commented on how beautiful the basket is!  I happily recommend the Basket Case for anyone seeking a resource for business development tools.”

Hillary Eaton, Marketing Director of Austin Associates, PA, CPAs

Auburn, Maine

]]> http://the-basketcase.com/?feed=rss2&p=435 Testimonial from Tony Crawford of Make Their Day Send-Out Cards http://the-basketcase.com/?p=433 http://the-basketcase.com/?p=433#comments Fri, 27 Mar 2009 18:38:00 +0000 Barbara http://the-basketcase.com/?p=433 “The Basket Case is a fast-growing company here in the Lewiston/Auburn area, but what really makes this company succeed is its owner, Barbara Lauze.  Her creative energy, along with the uniqueness and care that she puts into each basket, always delivers winning results.  I’ve used Barbara on several occasions and in each case the recipients have called me to rave about their baskets.  Barbara asks me questions about those receiving the baskets and like magic she always delivers winning results.  Each basket I’ve sent out leaves a lasting impression.  Barbara never fails to deliver and always conducts herself professionally and with amazing energy.  I would, without question, recommend Barbara to any business owner, company or individual who wants to make a positive statement to others.”

Tony Crawford, Make Their Day Send-Out Cards

Lewiston, Maine

]]> http://the-basketcase.com/?feed=rss2&p=433 $50 Food Basket http://the-basketcase.com/?p=431 http://the-basketcase.com/?p=431#comments Mon, 16 Mar 2009 14:55:12 +0000 Barbara http://the-basketcase.com/?p=431 This basket has something to please everyone!

It contains:*

  • Kettlecorn Popcorn
  • Movie Butter Popcorn
  • Bellagio Cocoa (2)
  • Chai tea drink mix (2)
  •  Wolfgang Puck gourmet coffee
  • Fruit Medley dried fruit mix
  • Brent & Sam’s White Chocolate Macadamia cookies
  • Brent & Sam’s Oatmeal Pecan cookies
  • Cracked-Wheat Wafers
  • Lemon Straws
  • Roasted Garlic cheese spread

*According to availability, items of equal or greater value may be substituted.

]]> http://the-basketcase.com/?feed=rss2&p=431 Welcome Wagon http://the-basketcase.com/?p=423 http://the-basketcase.com/?p=423#comments Tue, 24 Feb 2009 18:45:09 +0000 Barbara http://the-basketcase.com/?p=423 This basket includes items specific to the Lewiston/Auburn area of Maine!  Please note that the items in this basket are perishable, so it cannot be shipped.

It contains:*

  • Maps and brochures of places of interest in the L/A area
  • Rosemary bread (small) from The Bread Shack
  • Whoopie Pie from Labadie’s Bakery
  • Handmade needhams from Bob’s Peanuts
  • Two dessert bars from Willy Bean’s Coffee House
  • Jam (or similar item) from Pickles-N-Things

*According to availability, items of equal or greater value may be substituted.

]]> http://the-basketcase.com/?feed=rss2&p=423 Sweet and Savory Basket http://the-basketcase.com/?p=405 http://the-basketcase.com/?p=405#comments Mon, 01 Dec 2008 03:11:43 +0000 Barbara http://the-basketcase.com/?p=405 Looking for the perfect gift?  This is sure to please everyone!

It includes:*

  • Meier’s Sparkling Catawba Grape Juice (25.4 fl. oz; non-alcoholic)
  • Indiana Popcorn Movie Theater Popcorn
  • Indiana Popcorn Original Kettlecorn
  • Nikola’s Award-Winning Biscotti
  • Nunes Nuts Celebration Mix Nuts & Truffles
  • Fruit Medley Dried Fruit Mix
  • K’Nuckle Popcorn
  • Pita Chips
  • Buckley’s Handmade Thimble Cookies
  • Cracked Wheat Wafers (two packages)
  • Dipping Herbs
  • Italian Herb Cheese Spread
  • Camembert Cheese Spread
  • Roasted Garlic Cheese Spread
  • Basil Oil

*According to availability, items of equal or greater value may be substituted.

]]> http://the-basketcase.com/?feed=rss2&p=405 Winter Spa Basket http://the-basketcase.com/?p=393 http://the-basketcase.com/?p=393#comments Wed, 19 Nov 2008 00:06:23 +0000 Barbara http://the-basketcase.com/?p=393 This Winter Spa Basket contains indulgent pampering items to chase away those winter blues… and that dry winter skin!

It includes:*

  • Soothing microwavable neckwrap
  • Extra large loofah sponge
  • Demarkable lotion for scars and stretch marks
  • Skinlogics Sensitive Skin Calming Serum
  • Nourishing Eye Pads
  • Skinlogics Toner
  • Skinlogics Moisturizer
  • Skinlogics Scrub
  • Spa Sugar Lotion
  • Spa Sugar Body Buter
  • Hand Therapy intensive hand lotion
  • Instant Manicure samples

*According to availability, items of equal or greater value may be substituted.

]]> http://the-basketcase.com/?feed=rss2&p=393 Crazy About Maine! http://the-basketcase.com/?p=385 http://the-basketcase.com/?p=385#comments Wed, 12 Nov 2008 19:56:50 +0000 Barbara http://the-basketcase.com/?p=385 Do you know someone who can’t get enough of Maine products?  I’ve tried very hard to satisfy that craving with this basket!  All these Maine-made goodies are in a lobster-trap basket!

It includes:*

  • Suzipoo’s Maine Blueberry Muffin Mix (with a chocolate-drizzled stirring spoon!)
  • Little Lad’s Popcorn
  • Stonewall Kitchens Chocolate Whoopie Pie Mix
  • Wilbur’s of Maine Blueberry cookies
  • Wilbur’s of Maine Moose chocolates
  • Wilbur’s of Maine “Rocky Coast  Pebbles” Chocolates
  • Bar Harbor Lobster Chowder
  • L.L. Bean Chocolate Boot-Shaped Candy
  • Smith’s Maple Sugar Lobster-Shaped Candy
  • Moonlight Maple Syrup
  • Fieldstone Farms Jam
  • Pickles-N-Things Cranberry Chutney
  • The Maine Corn Company Microwavable Popcorn on the Cob
  • L.L. Bean 100% Organic Wild Maine Blueberries
  • The Hungry Maine Moose Cookbook

*According to availability, items of equal or greater value may be substituted.

]]> http://the-basketcase.com/?feed=rss2&p=385 Get-Well Express Train http://the-basketcase.com/?p=383 http://the-basketcase.com/?p=383#comments Tue, 21 Oct 2008 20:05:10 +0000 Barbara http://the-basketcase.com/?p=383 Got a buddy who’s under the weather?  This little train full of goodies will cheer him right up!  The Basket Case can customize the contents to your preference!

*According to availability, items of equal or greater value may be used. 

]]> http://the-basketcase.com/?feed=rss2&p=383 Testimonial from Deb St. Hilaire, Director with Mary Kay http://the-basketcase.com/?p=381 http://the-basketcase.com/?p=381#comments Mon, 20 Oct 2008 15:14:19 +0000 Barbara http://the-basketcase.com/?p=381 “I just wanted to let you know that my neighbor came over crying to hug me and was thanking me for the BEAUTIFUL basket.  It really touched him.  Thank you for all you did.  I love making people’s day and wanted to let you know that I can tell you do TOO!  

Your new best customer, 

Deb”

]]> http://the-basketcase.com/?feed=rss2&p=381 Halloween Baking Basket (Large) http://the-basketcase.com/?p=30 http://the-basketcase.com/?p=30#comments Wed, 01 Oct 2008 18:23:28 +0000 admin http://the-basketcase.com/site/?p=30 This basket includes:

  • Candy Cake Decorations
  • Betty Crocker Orange Icing
  • Halloween Baking Cups
  • Wilton’s Assorted Sprinkles
  • Wilton’s Silly Feet! Silicone Baking Cups
  • Halloween Candy
]]> http://the-basketcase.com/?feed=rss2&p=30 Halloween Marketing Gift http://the-basketcase.com/?p=250 http://the-basketcase.com/?p=250#comments Wed, 01 Oct 2008 17:12:08 +0000 Barbara http://the-basketcase.com/?p=250 Halloween is a great time to do some marketing for your company.  

This marketing piece  is one I used for my own company, and carries a card reading “Don’t be SCARED by the thought of gift giving!  The Basket Case can help!”   Your company could insert a phrase relating to whatever your clients might be fearful of (i.e. “Don’t be SCARED by the thought of advertising!  Our company can help!”). 

Halloween gifts are also a great way to get your name in front of customers before the busy holiday season starts, when they will be receiving an onslaught of gifts.

]]> http://the-basketcase.com/?feed=rss2&p=250 Testimonial: Susan Doughty, Owner: New England WomenCenter http://the-basketcase.com/?p=377 http://the-basketcase.com/?p=377#comments Fri, 26 Sep 2008 06:35:56 +0000 Barbara http://the-basketcase.com/?p=377 “I want you to know how thrilled we were with the baskets you prepared for our ‘pre-teen’ shower today.  You did a great job!  Thank you so much!”

Susan Doughty

Owner: New England WomenCenter, South Portland, Maine

http://www.newenglandwomencenter.com/

]]> http://the-basketcase.com/?feed=rss2&p=377 Testimonial from Meaghan Vallee, Hilton Garden Inn http://the-basketcase.com/?p=375 http://the-basketcase.com/?p=375#comments Thu, 25 Sep 2008 21:44:07 +0000 Barbara http://the-basketcase.com/?p=375 “Thank you for helping us out when we needed two last-minute VIP gifts!  The baskets were stunning!”

Meaghan Vallee, Catering Sales Manager

Hilton Garden Inn, Auburn, ME

http://www.hiltongardeninn.com/en/gi/hotels/index.jhtml?ctyhocn=LEWAHGI

]]> http://the-basketcase.com/?feed=rss2&p=375 Custom Business Promotion Basket http://the-basketcase.com/?p=373 http://the-basketcase.com/?p=373#comments Fri, 12 Sep 2008 00:16:15 +0000 Barbara http://the-basketcase.com/?p=373 This basket was created with gift certificates and products from over twenty different businesses.  The gift certificates were creatively displayed along the outside of the basket.

]]> http://the-basketcase.com/?feed=rss2&p=373 Fruit Tray http://the-basketcase.com/?p=369 http://the-basketcase.com/?p=369#comments Mon, 04 Aug 2008 15:27:26 +0000 Barbara http://the-basketcase.com/?p=369 I can create a similar fruit gift for you using this beautiful floral tray!

]]> http://the-basketcase.com/?feed=rss2&p=369 Large Floral Tray http://the-basketcase.com/?p=367 http://the-basketcase.com/?p=367#comments Tue, 29 Jul 2008 21:04:18 +0000 Barbara http://the-basketcase.com/?p=367 This floral tray is perfect for a large fruit basket, or any other gift that you want to be especially classy.

 It can hold as much as you want to put on it!

*Because of its size, weight and fragility, this tray cannot be shipped.

]]> http://the-basketcase.com/?feed=rss2&p=367 Custom Fruit Basket With Juicer http://the-basketcase.com/?p=363 http://the-basketcase.com/?p=363#comments Wed, 02 Jul 2008 20:51:54 +0000 Barbara http://the-basketcase.com/?p=363 This basket was created as a giveaway item for a local credit union.  They proudly displayed it at the area’s biggest business tradeshow and then gave it away to a lucky winner at the end of the day.

]]> http://the-basketcase.com/?feed=rss2&p=363 Healthy Fruit Basket http://the-basketcase.com/?p=361 http://the-basketcase.com/?p=361#comments Wed, 02 Jul 2008 20:44:34 +0000 Barbara http://the-basketcase.com/?p=361 Fresh fruit, healthy snacks and a good dose of fun make this basket a winner!

]]> http://the-basketcase.com/?feed=rss2&p=361 Custom Father’s Day basket http://the-basketcase.com/?p=359 http://the-basketcase.com/?p=359#comments Wed, 02 Jul 2008 20:40:40 +0000 Barbara http://the-basketcase.com/?p=359 I had a great time creating this basket for a father whose two passions are motorcycles and classic cars!

]]> http://the-basketcase.com/?feed=rss2&p=359 Testimonial from Joline Froton http://the-basketcase.com/?p=357 http://the-basketcase.com/?p=357#comments Wed, 02 Jul 2008 20:38:14 +0000 Barbara http://the-basketcase.com/?p=357 This is a long overdue thank-you for coming to my rescue more than once.  When I was at risk of becoming a “basket case” myself, you have been ready and willing to help me with gift ideas, especially for those who have “everything,” and I can’t tell you how much I appreciate your suggestions and the end product.  Those that I’ve sent your wonderful gifts to have called and expressed their genuine appreciation. The ooohhhhhhh’s and aaaahhhhh’s are so wonderful to hear.  You have not heard the last of me.  I know where to go if I ever become close to becoming a “ basket case” or if I simply need that special gift for that special someone!

Joline Froton

]]> http://the-basketcase.com/?feed=rss2&p=357 Testimonial from Rene Minnis, of Rene Minnis Photography http://the-basketcase.com/?p=354 http://the-basketcase.com/?p=354#comments Wed, 02 Jul 2008 20:29:16 +0000 Barbara http://the-basketcase.com/?p=354 I just wanted to let you know how much our friend loved the ‘beach bag gift.’  It really made her day.  She was so excited about it, and said it was the cutest thing.  She said it looked so nice the way it was wrapped up that she didn’t even want to open it.  You did a great job, and were so quick about it! I can’t believe the turn around time.

Rene Minnis

Rene Minnis Photography

www.reneminnisphoto.com

]]> http://the-basketcase.com/?feed=rss2&p=354 Testimonial from Elizabeth Liscomb, Spa Director with BeautiControl http://the-basketcase.com/?p=351 http://the-basketcase.com/?p=351#comments Wed, 02 Jul 2008 20:26:15 +0000 Barbara http://the-basketcase.com/?p=351 “I have to tell you what a great success my Spa At Work event was.  I was so proud to present the baskets you made with my product line.  The baskets were a huge success and the girls just loved them.  And the employer was a big hit with his staff, because it made it look like he thought of the idea instead of traditional flowers!”

Elizabeth Liscomb       

Spa Director with BeautiControl

www.beautipage.com/eliscomb

]]> http://the-basketcase.com/?feed=rss2&p=351 Start Your Engines! http://the-basketcase.com/?p=344 http://the-basketcase.com/?p=344#comments Wed, 04 Jun 2008 01:01:55 +0000 Barbara http://the-basketcase.com/?p=344 This basket is a variant of the Car Enthusiast’s basket, with some snacks added.   

It contains:*

  • Febreze deodorizing spray
  • Super-absorbent towel
  • Ice scraper with snow brush
  • Pet hair/lint remover brush
  • RainEx Wipes (for windows and outside mirrors)
  • ArmorAll Cleaning Wipes
  • Prestone Complete Fuel System Cleaner
  • Road Tar and Bug Remover Gel
  • Nunes Farms Almonds (3)
  • Wolfgang Puck coffee for one
  • Espressimo Coffee Mix
  • Lindt Lindor Chocolate Truffles

*According to availability, items of an equal or greater value may be subsitituted.

]]> http://the-basketcase.com/?feed=rss2&p=344 Custom Pampering Basket http://the-basketcase.com/?p=346 http://the-basketcase.com/?p=346#comments Tue, 03 Jun 2008 01:03:50 +0000 Barbara http://the-basketcase.com/?p=346 This custom basket was created as a gift for a wife’s birthday, and contains many items to pamper her.

]]> http://the-basketcase.com/?feed=rss2&p=346 Gift Bags: Sunflower Polka Dots http://the-basketcase.com/?p=324 http://the-basketcase.com/?p=324#comments Sun, 27 Apr 2008 22:12:46 +0000 Barbara http://the-basketcase.com/?p=324 Do you need a lot of inexpensive gifts?  Order gift bags!

Gift bags can be customized with any items you choose inside, and the outside can be color-coordinated for any occasion.  Contact me to discuss the occasion!

]]> http://the-basketcase.com/?feed=rss2&p=324 Custom College Study Basket http://the-basketcase.com/?p=321 http://the-basketcase.com/?p=321#comments Thu, 17 Apr 2008 00:58:53 +0000 Barbara http://the-basketcase.com/?p=321 Studying is no fun… unless your parents send you a cool gift basket full of study foods!  This basket is full of organic, healthy foods (well, ok… and some junk food!) to help that tired college student keep studying into the night and get a great job so she can take care of her parents in their retirement!

]]> http://the-basketcase.com/?feed=rss2&p=321 Custom Retirement Basket http://the-basketcase.com/?p=319 http://the-basketcase.com/?p=319#comments Thu, 17 Apr 2008 00:52:27 +0000 Barbara http://the-basketcase.com/?p=319 This basket was created with the theme of “Retirement will open up a whole new world of experiences.”  The food had an Italian theme, with fancy pasta and gourmet sauce, breadsticks and flatbread.  All of this in a lovely box, which the recipient can use to store her memorabilia of adventures to come, makes a gift well worth giving!

]]> http://the-basketcase.com/?feed=rss2&p=319 Crazy About the Movies! http://the-basketcase.com/?p=311 http://the-basketcase.com/?p=311#comments Thu, 03 Apr 2008 23:48:42 +0000 Barbara http://the-basketcase.com/?p=311 If you know someone who really loves the movies, this is a great gift for them!

The popcorn tub includes: *

  • Theater-style candy
  • Microwave Popcorn (3 packages)
  • Blockbuster gift card ($5.00 card is included; contact me to add additional amounts)

*According to availability, items of equal or greater value may be substituted.

]]> http://the-basketcase.com/?feed=rss2&p=311 Easter Box http://the-basketcase.com/?p=305 http://the-basketcase.com/?p=305#comments Fri, 21 Mar 2008 18:24:16 +0000 Barbara http://the-basketcase.com/?p=305 This custom Easter basket was created to bring the joy of the season to a special mom!

]]> http://the-basketcase.com/?feed=rss2&p=305 Happy Birthday! http://the-basketcase.com/?p=303 http://the-basketcase.com/?p=303#comments Fri, 21 Mar 2008 18:22:21 +0000 Barbara http://the-basketcase.com/?p=303 This is a great gift to send for that most special of days!

Products will vary.

]]> http://the-basketcase.com/?feed=rss2&p=303 Occasional Reminder Service http://the-basketcase.com/?p=299 http://the-basketcase.com/?p=299#comments Sat, 08 Mar 2008 18:42:47 +0000 Barbara http://the-basketcase.com/?p=299 http://the-basketcase.com/?feed=rss2&p=299 Stork Delivery http://the-basketcase.com/?p=296 http://the-basketcase.com/?p=296#comments Thu, 06 Mar 2008 20:58:15 +0000 Barbara http://the-basketcase.com/?p=296 Wouldn’t you like to make that baby gift more personal?  Here’s a great option!

If the baby has already been born, use a recent photo.  If the arrival is still imminent, use a picture of the expectant mom or dad.

They’ll love it!

Cost: retail value of the gifts + $20 labor (for printing, cutting & pasting photo, and basket assembly)

]]> http://the-basketcase.com/?feed=rss2&p=296 Spa Diva http://the-basketcase.com/?p=294 http://the-basketcase.com/?p=294#comments Fri, 22 Feb 2008 16:50:18 +0000 Barbara http://the-basketcase.com/?p=294 This Spa Diva was created as a giveaway for a Spa Party.

It makes a wonderfully creative gift, and is perfect for businesses specializing in skin care.

*Price does not include the small sample bag of products.

]]> http://the-basketcase.com/?feed=rss2&p=294 Money Tree Starter Kit http://the-basketcase.com/?p=290 http://the-basketcase.com/?p=290#comments Tue, 19 Feb 2008 02:12:13 +0000 Barbara http://the-basketcase.com/?p=290 Banks, accounting firms, and financial planners: This is a great way to market your services!

Send your clients a Money Tree Starter Kit.  It includes:*

  • Money Tree “Seed Packet” (This is a place for you to put your business card, your brochure, or some hints on increasing wealth.)
  • Money Tree Starter Kit (Ok, it’s really a windowsill herb garden!)

*According to availability, items of equal or greater value may be substituted.

]]> http://the-basketcase.com/?feed=rss2&p=290 Birthday Box http://the-basketcase.com/?p=288 http://the-basketcase.com/?p=288#comments Tue, 19 Feb 2008 01:56:16 +0000 Barbara http://the-basketcase.com/?p=288 This is a whole celebration in a box!

Includes:*

  • Birthday balloon
  • Birthday horns (four)
  • Birthday signs (two)
  • Paper streamers
  • Candy
  • Reusable plastic box with snap top

*According to availability, items of equal or greater value may be substituted.

]]> http://the-basketcase.com/?feed=rss2&p=288 Board Game Gift http://the-basketcase.com/?p=284 http://the-basketcase.com/?p=284#comments Tue, 19 Feb 2008 01:40:47 +0000 Barbara http://the-basketcase.com/?p=284 My best friend Angela and I used to play this board game for hours on end.

The winner of this great basket will talk about it for hours on end!

This makes a creative birthday gift.  

It can also be customized for businesses.   A law firm could attach the “Go To Jail” card to a message card reading “We’re there when you need us!”  A financial planner or bank might attach a card saying “We can help you win the game!”  to game cards reading “Collect $50 from stock dividends.” 

As shown, it includes:*

  • Wolfgang Puck coffee
  • Berry BonBons Raspberry-flavored hard candies
  • Chocolate-covered Coffee Beans
  • Nikki’s Cookies (two in a package)

*According to availability, items of equal or greater value may be substituted.

]]> http://the-basketcase.com/?feed=rss2&p=284 “Feast for 20″ Food Basket http://the-basketcase.com/?p=157 http://the-basketcase.com/?p=157#comments Wed, 13 Feb 2008 17:51:41 +0000 Barbara http://the-basketcase.com/?p=157 This basket is a show-stopper!

It contains:*

  • Seasonal florals
  • Crackers (2 packages)
  • Thimble cookies
  • K’Nuckle Popcorn
  • Cheese spread (8 packages in assorted flavors)
  • Pretzels
  • Pita Chips
  • Sausage (pre-sliced)
  • Fruit Medley
  • Almonds (three packages: Spicy Cocktail, Honey Almond, and Roasted Almonds with Sea Salt)
  • Brie-flavored cheese wheel
  • Berry BonBons raspberry-flavored hard candies

*Due to availability, items of equal or greater value may be substituted.

]]> http://the-basketcase.com/?feed=rss2&p=157 Girly Girl Basket http://the-basketcase.com/?p=62 http://the-basketcase.com/?p=62#comments Thu, 03 Jan 2008 14:01:09 +0000 admin http://the-basketcase.com/site/?p=62 This basket is for the girly girl in all of us!

The sweet gifts include:

  • Pink satin picture frame with beading
  • Pink satin heart with ribbon and pearl detail
  • Blooms and Blossoms Sweet Violet Moisturizing Hand Lotion
  • Fruit Frappe Pink-Grapefruit-Tangelo Hand Sanitizer
  • The Maine Soapsmith Love Potion Body Butter
  • Travel Sachet Room Fragrance
  • Fancy soaps (2)
]]> http://the-basketcase.com/?feed=rss2&p=62 January http://the-basketcase.com/?p=280 http://the-basketcase.com/?p=280#comments Thu, 03 Jan 2008 00:38:12 +0000 Barbara http://the-basketcase.com/?p=280 January’s basket will celebrate the excitement of the New Year!  It may include items such as sparkling cider, party horns and munchies.

]]> http://the-basketcase.com/?feed=rss2&p=280 February Basket http://the-basketcase.com/?p=269 http://the-basketcase.com/?p=269#comments Tue, 01 Jan 2008 21:33:47 +0000 Barbara http://the-basketcase.com/?p=269 February’s basket would be centered around a theme of love.  It might contain items such as these.

]]> http://the-basketcase.com/?feed=rss2&p=269 Birthday Hat and Horn http://the-basketcase.com/?p=267 http://the-basketcase.com/?p=267#comments Tue, 01 Jan 2008 21:21:36 +0000 Barbara http://the-basketcase.com/?p=267 This is a huge celebration in a tiny, inexpensive package!

It contains:*

  • Birthday Hat
  • Birthday Horn with fringe
  • Nikki’s Cookies (2 per package)
  • Lindt Lindor Milk Chocolate Truffle

*According to availability, items of equal or greater value may be substituted.

]]> http://the-basketcase.com/?feed=rss2&p=267 Wicker Car http://the-basketcase.com/?p=265 http://the-basketcase.com/?p=265#comments Tue, 01 Jan 2008 21:16:04 +0000 Barbara http://the-basketcase.com/?p=265 This is a great small gift for a car enthusiast!

It contains:*

  • Wolfgang Puck Coffee for one
  • Vanilla Caramels
  • Espressimo Regular Hot or Iced Coffee mix
  • Twix candy bars (2 bite-sized bars)

*According to availability, items of equal or greater value may be substituted.

]]> http://the-basketcase.com/?feed=rss2&p=265 Baby Puppy http://the-basketcase.com/?p=282 http://the-basketcase.com/?p=282#comments Tue, 01 Jan 2008 19:47:12 +0000 Barbara http://the-basketcase.com/?p=282 Cute, cute, cute!  This sweet puppy wears:*

  • Ears headband
  • Sleeper
  • Booties

Once the gift is unwrapped, the clothing can be removed for the new baby to wear, with the puppy left as a cuddly companion!

*According to availability, items of equal or greater value may be substituted.

]]> http://the-basketcase.com/?feed=rss2&p=282 Custom Tea Basket http://the-basketcase.com/?p=256 http://the-basketcase.com/?p=256#comments Tue, 01 Jan 2008 17:23:44 +0000 Barbara http://the-basketcase.com/?p=256 This gift was created for a person who loved the country of China, drinking green tea, and riding horses.  I came across this great Chinese horse statue, and found a bamboo box filled with exotic flavored tea packets.  Adding some gourmet munchies created a custom gift that looks and tastes great!

]]> http://the-basketcase.com/?feed=rss2&p=256 New Year’s Gift (small) http://the-basketcase.com/?p=278 http://the-basketcase.com/?p=278#comments Tue, 01 Jan 2008 17:21:02 +0000 Barbara http://the-basketcase.com/?p=278 This is a great gift to celebrate the New Year without breaking your budget!

Includes:*

  • Party horn
  • Sparkling cider
  • Nunes Nuts Almonds
  • Chocolate-covered Blueberries
  • Lindt Lindor Milk Chocolate Truffles (2)

*According to availability, items of equal or greater value may be substituted.

]]> http://the-basketcase.com/?feed=rss2&p=278 New Year’s Basket (large) http://the-basketcase.com/?p=276 http://the-basketcase.com/?p=276#comments Tue, 01 Jan 2008 15:58:14 +0000 Barbara http://the-basketcase.com/?p=276 Celebrate new beginnings!

Includes:*

  • Party horns (2)
  • Decorative New Year’s sign
  • Sparkling Cider
  • Smoked Salmon
  • Nunes Nuts Almonds (2 packages)
  • Party beads
  • Top hat

*According to availability, items of equal or greater value may be substituted.

]]> http://the-basketcase.com/?feed=rss2&p=276 March http://the-basketcase.com/?p=328 http://the-basketcase.com/?p=328#comments Tue, 01 Jan 2008 14:10:22 +0000 Barbara http://the-basketcase.com/?p=328 http://the-basketcase.com/?feed=rss2&p=328 April http://the-basketcase.com/?p=143 http://the-basketcase.com/?p=143#comments Tue, 01 Jan 2008 14:09:29 +0000 Barbara http://the-basketcase.com/?p=143 April showers bring… April flowers! April’s gift will be one of our specialty gift-giving solutions, the Flower Gift Holder. A flower will be created just for your special someone, and a small gift will be hidden inside the bud.

]]> http://the-basketcase.com/?feed=rss2&p=143 Custom Flower Basket http://the-basketcase.com/?p=242 http://the-basketcase.com/?p=242#comments Tue, 01 Jan 2008 14:01:12 +0000 Barbara http://the-basketcase.com/?p=242 I did this “flower basket” as a thank-you gift.  The green tissue paper is wrapped around little gifts, which are each topped with a silk flower.

]]> http://the-basketcase.com/?feed=rss2&p=242 The Maine Soapsmith Handmade Bar Soaps (4 oz) http://the-basketcase.com/?p=119 http://the-basketcase.com/?p=119#comments Mon, 03 Dec 2007 18:02:46 +0000 Barbara http://the-basketcase.com/site/?p=119 Made in Maine, these soaps are wonderfully fragrant and “handmade, the way soap should be.”

Let us pick a scent for you!

]]> http://the-basketcase.com/?feed=rss2&p=119 Holiday Stacked Gift http://the-basketcase.com/?p=20 http://the-basketcase.com/?p=20#comments Mon, 05 Nov 2007 03:12:25 +0000 admin http://the-basketcase.com/site/?p=20 This holiday stacked gift contains:

  • K’Nuckle Ivory-Almond Popcorn
  • Bellagio White-Chocolate Cocoa
  • Walker’s Pure-Butter Shortbread Fingers
]]> http://the-basketcase.com/?feed=rss2&p=20 Sleepy Puppy http://the-basketcase.com/?p=219 http://the-basketcase.com/?p=219#comments Sat, 03 Nov 2007 21:32:16 +0000 Barbara http://the-basketcase.com/?p=219 Oh, this puppy is so sleepy!  He needs a warm basket to curl up in! 

This puppy will add a lot of character to your gift, and give the recipient a warm and cuddly new friend.

Sleepy Puppy is approximately 11 inches tall.

]]> http://the-basketcase.com/?feed=rss2&p=219 Flower Gift Holder (single) http://the-basketcase.com/?p=217 http://the-basketcase.com/?p=217#comments Sat, 03 Nov 2007 21:24:09 +0000 Barbara http://the-basketcase.com/?p=217 A flower gift holder is the perfect way to make someone’s eyes light up!

The flowers are a great way to present gift certificates, and can also hold small gifts like cookies, nuts, and chocolates.  I’ve even used them to hold baby booties and onesies!

I make each flower myself.  The petals are paper and the “buds” are tissue paper or heavy wrapping paper.

I will call you to discuss colors.

]]> http://the-basketcase.com/?feed=rss2&p=217 Wolfgang Puck Coffee http://the-basketcase.com/?p=171 http://the-basketcase.com/?p=171#comments Sat, 03 Nov 2007 18:31:21 +0000 Barbara http://the-basketcase.com/?p=171 From the cooking sensation that’s sweeping the nation! 

I’ve been hearing about this Wolfgang Puck fellow. I know he’s got a restaurant down at Disney World, and I think he has a cooking show… If you want to know what the big deal is all about, try some of his signature coffee!

Makes 20 oz of coffee

]]> http://the-basketcase.com/?feed=rss2&p=171 Pita Chips http://the-basketcase.com/?p=169 http://the-basketcase.com/?p=169#comments Sat, 03 Nov 2007 18:28:59 +0000 Barbara http://the-basketcase.com/?p=169 These Pita Chips are my new favorite savory snack!  Four great tastes:

  • Whole Grain French Onion
  • Garlic and Herb
  • Sea Salt
  • Cinnamon Sugar

 Let The Basket Case choose a flavor for you!

]]> http://the-basketcase.com/?feed=rss2&p=169 Colombian Supremo Coffee http://the-basketcase.com/?p=163 http://the-basketcase.com/?p=163#comments Sat, 03 Nov 2007 18:10:46 +0000 Barbara http://the-basketcase.com/?p=163 Get the sleepies out of your eyes! My husband is the coffee drinker in our family, and he gave this coffee two mugs up!

Makes 48 oz of coffee

]]> http://the-basketcase.com/?feed=rss2&p=163 Pear Plate http://the-basketcase.com/?p=149 http://the-basketcase.com/?p=149#comments Sat, 03 Nov 2007 17:27:09 +0000 Barbara http://the-basketcase.com/?p=149 A wonderful appetizer plate! This great little plate is as decorative as it is useful! It is 8 1/4″ square and is dishwasher safe.

]]> http://the-basketcase.com/?feed=rss2&p=149 Tea Bag (Assorted Flavors) http://the-basketcase.com/?p=201 http://the-basketcase.com/?p=201#comments Sat, 03 Nov 2007 16:23:08 +0000 Barbara http://the-basketcase.com/?p=201 This little tea bags are great, both for drinking and for using as room fragrancers!  They make my workshop smell great!

They come in assorted flavors.  Let The Basket Case choose one for you! 

Price is for one tea bag.

]]> http://the-basketcase.com/?feed=rss2&p=201 Celebration Punchbowl http://the-basketcase.com/?p=137 http://the-basketcase.com/?p=137#comments Sat, 03 Nov 2007 16:07:52 +0000 Barbara http://the-basketcase.com/?p=137 This great gift-giving solution is very versatile! The fabric can be changed to a seasonal or holiday fabric, and gifts can be hidden:

  • inside the plastic punchbowl
  • inside the plastic champagne bottle
  • inside the plastic champagne glasses
  • inside the “present”

The price of this gift-giving solution includes the food or gifts that will be hidden inside.  I will call you to discuss the specific items once I receive your order.

]]> http://the-basketcase.com/?feed=rss2&p=137 Spaghetti Basket http://the-basketcase.com/?p=223 http://the-basketcase.com/?p=223#comments Sat, 03 Nov 2007 14:31:29 +0000 Barbara http://the-basketcase.com/?p=223 Doesn’t this basket remind you of your favorite Italian restaurant?

The basket contains:*

  • Fresh bread
  • Fancy noodles
  • Imported marinara sauce
  • Stainless steel colander (hand wash) 
  • Coordinating cloth napkin and florals

*According to availability, items of equal or greater value may be substituted.

]]> http://the-basketcase.com/?feed=rss2&p=223 Train with Moving Wheels http://the-basketcase.com/?p=96 http://the-basketcase.com/?p=96#comments Fri, 02 Nov 2007 14:33:13 +0000 Barbara http://the-basketcase.com/site/?p=96 Toot… toot… A great gift container is pulling into the station! Yes, ok, I’m cheesy, but this train really is cute! Small items fit inside the train and more items can be arranged around the outside.

]]> http://the-basketcase.com/?feed=rss2&p=96 Walker’s Pure Butter Shortbread Fingers http://the-basketcase.com/?p=187 http://the-basketcase.com/?p=187#comments Fri, 02 Nov 2007 00:47:09 +0000 Barbara http://the-basketcase.com/?p=187 I love shortbread cookies, and the Walker’s brand is my favorite!  Yummy and buttery… the perfect treat!

]]> http://the-basketcase.com/?feed=rss2&p=187 Cheese Knives http://the-basketcase.com/?p=80 http://the-basketcase.com/?p=80#comments Thu, 01 Nov 2007 14:24:15 +0000 admin http://the-basketcase.com/site/?p=80 Shining blades, soft wooden handles… These elegant little knives are great for their stated purpose, but think outside the box-shaped cheese for a moment. You can use them for spreading icing on cupcakes, sauce on pizza crust, carving cool shapes into Play-Doh… They’d even make spackling your walls an elegant pastime!

]]> http://the-basketcase.com/?feed=rss2&p=80 Blue Plate http://the-basketcase.com/?p=72 http://the-basketcase.com/?p=72#comments Thu, 01 Nov 2007 14:19:47 +0000 admin http://the-basketcase.com/site/?p=72 A lovely and inexpensive choice! This dessert-sized plate (8″ in diameter) can hold several gifts at a very reasonable price.

]]> http://the-basketcase.com/?feed=rss2&p=72 Bellagio Gourmet Hot Cocoa http://the-basketcase.com/?p=66 http://the-basketcase.com/?p=66#comments Thu, 01 Nov 2007 14:10:09 +0000 admin http://the-basketcase.com/site/?p=66 The packaging of this cocoa is decadent and luxurious, just like the contents! 4 silky flavors:

  • Chocolate Truffle
  • French Vanilla
  • Raspberry Parfait
  • White Chocolate

Let The Basket Case choose a flavor for you!

]]> http://the-basketcase.com/?feed=rss2&p=66 Candy Vending Bank http://the-basketcase.com/?p=22 http://the-basketcase.com/?p=22#comments Sat, 13 Oct 2007 18:14:21 +0000 admin http://the-basketcase.com/site/?p=22 I recently had a booth at a craft fair, and this Candy Vending Bank was a hit! The kids loved it, and begged their parents to get it for them!

The bank comes equipped with stickers for M&Ms, Twix, Snickers, Skittles and Milky Way candy bars. (You can easily replace those stickers with pictures of other items if desired.)

You fill the bank, and the child deposits money into it to get the candy (although you can get the candy without money).

It’s a great way to teach your child that saving money has its rewards (and you’ll make back the cost of the bank in no time!)

The kids can even become little entrepreneurs by inviting their friends to “invest” in their bank!

  • Comes with instructions and a refill bag of candy
]]> http://the-basketcase.com/?feed=rss2&p=22 May http://the-basketcase.com/?p=147 http://the-basketcase.com/?p=147#comments Wed, 03 Oct 2007 17:17:54 +0000 Barbara http://the-basketcase.com/?p=147 May is Mother’s month, so send her a basket that she will love! May’s basket will include pampering items such as specialty soaps, sponges and other luxury bath items, along with some treats to help her indulge her sweet tooth.

]]> http://the-basketcase.com/?feed=rss2&p=147 June http://the-basketcase.com/?p=330 http://the-basketcase.com/?p=330#comments Wed, 03 Oct 2007 17:08:57 +0000 Barbara http://the-basketcase.com/?p=330 June’s basket will contain summer-oriented items.

]]> http://the-basketcase.com/?feed=rss2&p=330 August http://the-basketcase.com/?p=141 http://the-basketcase.com/?p=141#comments Wed, 03 Oct 2007 17:06:58 +0000 Barbara http://the-basketcase.com/?p=141 August’s basket will contain foods and gifts that reflect the season.

]]> http://the-basketcase.com/?feed=rss2&p=141 September http://the-basketcase.com/?p=332 http://the-basketcase.com/?p=332#comments Wed, 03 Oct 2007 16:40:18 +0000 Barbara http://the-basketcase.com/?p=332 September is “back to school” time.  Relive that first day of school feeling with this super organizer!

]]> http://the-basketcase.com/?feed=rss2&p=332 October http://the-basketcase.com/?p=139 http://the-basketcase.com/?p=139#comments Wed, 03 Oct 2007 16:39:34 +0000 Barbara http://the-basketcase.com/?p=139 The October basket will contain seasonal gifts such as Halloween baking items, Halloween decorations, and candy.

]]> http://the-basketcase.com/?feed=rss2&p=139 Testimonial from Randy Runnels http://the-basketcase.com/?p=371 http://the-basketcase.com/?p=371#comments Thu, 06 Sep 2007 08:41:08 +0000 Barbara http://the-basketcase.com/?p=371 “My wife and I bought several of your gift baskets for our moms on Mother’s Day this year and they LOVED them. My mother-in-law kept hers displayed on the piano for three weeks before breaking into it (my mom dug right in, she couldn’t resist the chocolate). Great job!”

Randy Runnels

TH Creations, Inc.

http://www.thcreations.com/

]]> http://the-basketcase.com/?feed=rss2&p=371 November http://the-basketcase.com/?p=334 http://the-basketcase.com/?p=334#comments Wed, 03 Jan 2007 18:11:45 +0000 Barbara http://the-basketcase.com/?p=334 November’s basket will focus on thanksgiving.

]]> http://the-basketcase.com/?feed=rss2&p=334 December http://the-basketcase.com/?p=145 http://the-basketcase.com/?p=145#comments Wed, 03 Jan 2007 17:11:58 +0000 Barbara http://the-basketcase.com/?p=145 December’s gift will encompass the spirit of the season! A lovely basket will showcase holiday gifts or food. Items will relate to the Christmas holiday unless you specify otherwise.

]]> http://the-basketcase.com/?feed=rss2&p=145 Blooms & Blossoms Lotion http://the-basketcase.com/?p=70 http://the-basketcase.com/?p=70#comments Wed, 03 Jan 2007 14:18:30 +0000 admin http://the-basketcase.com/site/?p=70 Two sweet scents:

  • Wild Freesia (yellow) or
  • Sweet Violet (purple)

Let The Basket Case choose a scent for you!

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