How to Make a Golden Retriever Gift Basket

Do you have a friend who has a special Golden Retriever dog in her life? If so, why not give her a Golden Retriever gift basket filled with gifts for both dog and owner. If you're so inclined, it's simple and inexpensive to make your own basket full of Golden Retriever gifts.

First, you'll need to find a large basket. The best place to find an inexpensive basket is at your local craft store. While you're there, purchase a roll of cellophane to finish off your gift basket along with some pretty ribbon and a gift card. Now it's time to fill your basket with Golden Retriever gifts. Here are some fun gift ideas:

A Golden Retriever coffee mug

You can purchase a variety of coffee mugs with a Golden Retriever theme from cafépress.com. Your friend can sport her new mug at work when she takes her coffee break and be reminded of her passion for Golden Retrievers.

Golden Retriever stamps

You can purchase packages of beautiful Golden Retriever dog stamps from a site called animalstamps.com. These will be small enough to fit nicely into your gift basket.

A new dog collar

Dog collars are designed to make big fashion statements these days. Why not select a dog collar for your friend that has a Golden Retriever motif printed on it? You can find this unique collar at bigdogboutique.com. Be sure to get a size that's appropriate for your friend's dog.

Homemade dog treats

Why not make some homemade dog treats for your friend's Golden Retriever gift basket? There are a variety of all natural recipes available on the internet or you can purchase them already made at your local doggy bakery or online. If you make your own, why not use a cookie cutter in the shape of a dog paw?

A Golden Retriever baseball cap

If your friend is the casual type who participates in a lot of outdoor activities, add a unique Golden Retriever baseball cap to her gift basket. You can find one at doggiftshop.com.

An assortment of bones and balls

Most Golden Retrievers love to play ball and chew on bones. Choose an assortment of dog safe bones from your local pet store as well as a few colorful, durable balls to fill in the spaces in your gift basket. These are always appreciated by both dog and human.

Now it's time to finish off your Golden Retriever gift basket. To do this, carefully place your chosen gift items in the basket with the tallest ones toward the middle of the basket and the smaller ones along the sides. Cut around two yards of cellophane and place it flat on the table. Secure your gift basket in the middle of the cellophane sheet. Draw up the sides of the cellophane and secure it with the ribbon, tying an attractive bow. Attach your gift card and you have a unique Golden Retriever gift basket for a special friend. It's sure to be appreciated!