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October 13, 2017 / DIY, Gift Guides

A Cozy Morning Gift Basket- A Perfect Gift For Newlyweds

For a friend’s wedding this month, I wanted to make a cute gift basket that they could use right away as a couple. I really had no idea what “theme” I was going to use until I saw this beautiful cold brew coffee kit at Cost Plus World Market. That’s where I got the idea that I would make it a coffee themed, cozy gift basket.

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Everything I bought was either from Target or World Market, and very affordable. (Except the basket, that one was from Michael’s craft store!)

I struggled with finding an affordable large basket that I knew they could continue using. I saw this one at Michael’s Craft Store and thought it would be perfect. It was a little difficult to work with as it’s kind of floppy and not as structured as I would have wanted. But I still think it turned out perfect. The texture of the basket and the handles on each side is why I really love it.

Since this particular basket was pretty deep, I had to use some plain craft paper as a filler to prop the items up. Once I had the items all where I wanted them to be, I sprinkled in the crinkle paper. TIP: I never buy it! I just always keep it and reuse it whenever I find some. (think the filler in your beauty subscription boxes or whenever you receive a gift with this filler)perfect gift for newlyweds

I knew I wanted a soft cozy blanket so I got one at Target-it is perfect because it already came wrapped with a ribbon ! (and had a cartwheel for that one! score!)

I originally had planned to put a french press in the basket too, but when I saw this beautiful vintage style coffee grinder, I thought that would be a fun touch instead! (I love how it can be used as a decoration in the kitchen while also being functional).

perfect gift for newlyweds
Ingredients for a perfectly lazy and cozy morning

 

I picture the newlyweds baking these pumpkin scones together and then snuggling on the couch sipping coffee while the warm Fall scent of the candle fills the room.

perfect gift for newlyweds
I didn’t add a bow or any ribbon- I love how it looks, just like this !

 

 

 

 

perfect gift for newlyweds
I just had to get cheesy with the wifey and hubby mugs!

Blanket// Target

Basket// Michael’s Craft Store

Scone Dish// World Market

Cold Brew Coffee Kit// World Market

Coffee Grinder// World Market

Columbia Coffee// World Market

Hickory Hearth Candle// Target

Pumpkin Spice Scone Mix// World Market

Wifey and Hubby Mugs// World Market & Target

A few other ideas to put in this gift basket:

  1. Slippers for him and her
  2. The newlyweds favorite magazines or a book you think they would enjoy
  3. A redbox giftcard so they can veg-out and watch a new movie
  4. A french press or if you know they have a keurig- K-cups
  5. A cute spatula or wooden spoon with a mixing bowl for the scone mix
  6. Essential oils or massage oils
  7. Soft fuzzy socks
  8. Pancake or Waffle Mix and fancy maple syrup
  9. Local honey and biscuit mix
  10. Anything monogrammed

Thank you for stopping by!

I had so much fun putting this gift basket together and hope you got some inspiration for your own gift basket ideas!

Have a beautiful day!

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  1. Julie says

    October 14, 2017 at 9:15 pm

    Ok, this is such a cute idea! I have never even thought to make something like this, but I LOVE how personal this is! I would have loved getting something like this at my wedding.

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  2. Nicole Anderson | Camping for Women says

    October 14, 2017 at 10:57 pm

    I love the idea of this gift basket. So romantic. Your choices of inclusions are lovely as well as the list of other options you added. Really thoughtful.

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  3. Melissa says

    October 14, 2017 at 11:05 pm

    I love this! This is a great idea and such a thoughtful gift. I’ll be doing these next time someone gets married.

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  4. Becca says

    October 15, 2017 at 12:24 am

    Such a sweet idea! My BiL&SiL received a basket with various bottles of wine with labels around the necks as a wedding present. A bottle for each “first” during the first year. Such a thoughtful gift!

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  5. veronica castelanelli says

    October 15, 2017 at 1:21 pm

    Awesome! These types of gifts are my favorite! I would like to start gifting this way, thank you for the neat idea.

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  6. Jacki Fors says

    October 15, 2017 at 4:21 pm

    I love baskets and this year I think I’m going to do a bunch cause they are well easy to do and nice to do!

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  7. Sierra hockenberry says

    October 16, 2017 at 9:52 am

    I absolutely love making my own gift baskets!! This one is adorable.

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    • Natalie Aubele says

      October 16, 2017 at 2:51 pm

      Me too ! Thanks sierra ! 😁

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  8. Candice says

    October 16, 2017 at 7:08 pm

    I saw this on Pinterest the other day and thought it was adorable. 🙂 (I was searching for Christmas gift ideas) I hope the Bride and Groom loved it.

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    • Natalie Aubele says

      October 16, 2017 at 7:16 pm

      Thank you Candice ! Yes I think they did love it !:)

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  9. Nicky says

    October 16, 2017 at 10:04 pm

    Such a lovely gift basket! I make a lot of gift baskets but never done one for newlyweds, great idea! The mugs are super cute 🙂

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    • Natalie Aubele says

      October 16, 2017 at 10:14 pm

      Thank you so much Nicky ! I love the mugs too ! ❤️

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  10. Aly Funk says

    October 21, 2017 at 6:17 pm

    I love this idea so much! Definitely going to pin this.

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  11. Blair says

    October 21, 2017 at 6:22 pm

    Such a great idea!!

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    • Natalie Aubele says

      October 21, 2017 at 7:28 pm

      Thank you !!

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  12. Lynn says

    October 21, 2017 at 9:47 pm

    I love this idea so much❤️ Can’t wait to do this for a friend! Thanks girl!

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  13. Katie says

    October 22, 2017 at 6:57 pm

    What a perfect gift idea!!

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  14. Sharon says

    September 9, 2020 at 1:35 am

    I made one and got everything from Big Lots. I used a serving tray and added a coffee cake mix. They had a cold press maker for $8. I put in hand towels instead of a blanket. Very cute idea for wedding shower gift.

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    • Natalie Aubele says

      September 18, 2020 at 4:37 pm

      That sounds adorable !! Thank you so much for sharing that with me! 😀 I wish we had a Big Lots out here

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