Putting together your own gift hamper is such a lovely way to make a present feel more personal. You can fill it with some of their favourite things, things you'll know they'll love and a heartfelt message or two. When they open the package they will appreciate the effort you've put in to crafting their personalised gift box or hamper.

If you’re not sure what to put in a gift hamper, the easiest place to start is with the reason you’re giving it. Are you saying thank you? Celebrating something huge? Or even asking someone to be your bridesmaid? Gift hampers work for all occasions and our Letterbox Love bracelets work perfectly in tying together your beautiful gift bundle!

Here are a few gift hamper ideas to help you get started.

 

What to include in a Thank You gift box...

A thank you gift box works really well when you want to show someone how much you appreciate them, from gratitude for their support when you needed it most to pet sitting whilst you were away. 

Start with a few things you know they’ll enjoy. That could be their favourite chocolates, biscuits, tea or coffee. Perhaps the fancy brand they wouldn't usually buy. Then top it off with some pamper elements like a candle, hand cream or something linked to one of their hobbies.

Then add something that explains why you’re giving the box in the first place.

Our Thank You for Being Amazing Bracelet works perfectly as the meaningful part of the gift. It gives you a lovely way to say thank you and leaves them with something they can keep and wear afterwards.

 

 

 

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What to include in a Mum-to-Be gift box...

If you’re making a gift box for a mum-to-be, try to make the box about her rather than the baby. A cosy, relaxing theme works really well. You could add soft socks, an eye mask, pregnancy-safe skincare, her favourite snacks, decaf drinks or a notebook she can use through pregnancy.

It’s also nice to include something she can keep as a reminder of this stage.

Our Mum-to-Be Silver-Plated Beaded Bracelet fits beautifully into this kind of box. It gives her something that is just for her and makes the whole gift feel that bit more special.

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The Bridesmaid Proposal Box

If you’re planning a bridesmaid proposal box, think about making it feel personal to your friendship rather than filling it with lots of wedding-themed pieces.

A mini bottle of fizz, sweets, chocolates, a candle or beauty products. You could also add a photo of the two of you or a handwritten note telling her why you want her by your side.

Then finish the box with the actual question.

Our I Can’t Say I Do Without You Bracelet is designed especially for bridesmaid proposals, so it works as both the meaningful gift and the moment you ask her.

 

 

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The New Chapter Gift Box

If someone has been through something huge, overcome a difficult time or is finally moving into a new chapter, you can build the box around comfort, encouragement and what comes next.

You could include their favourite snacks, a journal, cosy socks, a candle, a book or anything that helps them slow down and enjoy a fresh start.

Our New Chapter Friendship Bracelet fits naturally into this kind of gift because the sentiment says exactly what the box is about.

It works particularly well for someone moving on after a difficult period, starting again or simply needing a reminder that something new is ahead.

 

 

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How to Put a Gift Hamper Together

If you’re creating your own gift hamper, don’t worry about filling every bit of space. Start with one main theme and choose around three to five things that suit the person. It usually works better to choose fewer things they’ll genuinely love than adding extra items just to make the box look fuller.

A simple way to build it is to include something they can eat or drink, something relaxing or useful, something personal and then one meaningful gift that ties everything together.

Add tissue paper or shredded paper to the bottom of the box, place taller items towards the back and smaller pieces towards the front so everything can be seen when they open it. You can then finish it with a handwritten note or card to make it feel even more personal.

The most important thing is that the box feels like it was put together with that particular person in mind. It doesn’t need to be expensive or packed full. It can be a cardboard gift box or a wicker hamper. A few thoughtful things, chosen for the right reason, can mean so much.