How To DIY Christmas Hampers In Australia

A Christmas hamper is a great gift idea for just about anyone. Creating DIY Christmas hampers to give your loved ones is a wonderful way to give a personalised gift that shows how much you care. Plus it’s a cost-effective way to give a thoughtful gift, saving money for other Christmas holiday expenses like travel.

Your DIY hampers can be tailored to each person’s taste and are sure to be a hit this festive season.

It’s a good idea to set a budget for each person’s Christmas hamper. This will help keep your spending under control and keep your bank account balance looking healthy. Take a look at your savings and work out how much you can afford to spend while still having money to cover your other expenses.

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• To make a truly personalised hamper you might pick a theme that suits the recipient. Maybe the person you’re buying for has a sweet tooth, or maybe they really enjoy gardening.

Whether you’re buying for a bookworm, a baker, or a candlestick maker, incorporating their interests into your DIY Christmas hamper will make them feel extra special.

DIY Christmas hamper theme ideas:

• Mystery book hamper: Pick out books you think they will like, wrap them in wrapping paper, and display them nicely in a basket or box. Write a summary of the book (without giving anything away) on the wrapping paper and tell them to open the books one at a time. This way your loved one will get a nice surprise each time they start a new book, and your gift will last longer – it’s the gift that keeps giving!
• Gardner goodies basket: Go to your local nursery and pick out an assortment of seeds and perhaps a small pot plant. You could add some garden ornaments or other gardening accessories (e.g. gardening gloves or a trowel) to complete your hamper.
• Surprise trip hamper: A more elaborate option could be booking a romantic getaway and making a DIY hamper with your destination as the theme. It doesn’t have to be romantic, you can do the same thing for your friends by booking a fun weekend getaway.
• Tasty treats hamper: Grab all their favourite snacks and treats and perhaps a few new things you think they might like. You can stick to just one kind of treat (lollies, savoury snacks, cured meats and cheeses) or you can add a bit of everything for them to enjoy. This is a great gift for a family or couple, it’s easy to include something for everyone.
• Boozy basket: If the person you’re buying for enjoys a particular kind of alcohol, base your Christmas hamper around a bottle of their favourite drink. You could buy their favourite wine and pair it with some nice wine glasses and snacks. Or get a whiskey decanter and a set of glasses to go with their favourite bottle of whiskey.
• Pamper pack: Purchase all their favourite self-care products or anything that makes them feel good. Fill their hamper with face masks, body butter, a plush towel/bathrobe, or even their favourite perfume/cologne. Anything that helps them relax and recharge can be added to the hamper.
• Homemade hamper: If you’re on a strict budget (or you’re just feeling creative), you could make a hamper of homemade gifts. This could be as simple as baking a variety of treats, or as ambitious as knitting/crocheting a blanket. If you’re not very artistic, but still want your hamper to have a homemade feel, you could shop locally for handmade products made by small Australian businesses.

Now you know what you’re putting in your DIY Christmas hamper, it’s time to figure out how to present it. Pinterest is a great place to go if you’re looking for inspiration. Otherwise a Google search for “DIY Christmas hampers” should give you plenty of ideas.

Once inspiration has struck and you have a rough idea of how to arrange your hamper, you’ll need to get supplies to make it. There are plenty of places you can shop for affordable supplies. Places like Spotlight, Kmart, Cheap as Chips, and The Reject Shop will have plenty of items to choose from. There’s also a good selection of online stores if you prefer to shop online.

Things to consider when compiling your DIY Christmas hamper:

• Layering: Start by placing larger items at the back and sides of the hamper. Then use smaller items to fill in the gaps and create a nice arrangement.
• Visibility: Ensure that the most attractive items are at the front so they are visible through any wrapping or cellophane.
• Filling gaps: Use decorative fillers like shredded paper or small wrapped treats to fill empty spaces and help position your larger hamper items.
• Ribbons and bows: Add colourful ribbons or bows around the top of the wrapping or directly on the basket to enhance its festive look.
• Personalised gift tags: Add a personalised gift tag or card to complete your hamper. You can make one with cardstock and decorate it using festive stamps or stickers.

Creating a beautifully decorated Christmas hamper will elevate the look of your gift and delight your loved one.

Creating DIY Christmas hampers can be a delightful way to show your loved ones how much you care. If you find your Christmas budget is still a little tight, learn how to get a Chrismas loan to tide you through the festive season.

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