NO TIME TO MAKE YOUR OWN ?
KENTMAS
NO TIME TO MAKE YOUR OWN ?
HERE ARE iK ’ S TOP HAMPER PICKS FOR CHRISTMAS 2024 !
The Mouse & Grape Christmas Hamper , £ 110 , Mouse & Grape spoil with the very best goodies the county has to offer ? Wherever your creativity takes you , remember it ’ s all in the preparation !
STEP TWO :
Get Crafty with Containers While a traditional hamper in the form of a wonderful wicker basket remains ever-popular and ever-pleasing , there are plenty of other options to choose from if you are wanting to go for something a little different this Christmas including budgetfriendly buys and pre-loved alternatives ; beautiful keepsake gift boxes , mugs of chocolate and decorative bowls with baking supplies also make for excellent additions .
Selecting your container also goes hand in hand with deciding your desired gift size and budget . For a hamper with the perfect amount of fullness , aim for approximately five items in small containers ; between eight and 10 for a medium ; and 12 and above for larger .
STEP THREE :
Mini Squidge Hamper , £ 49.99 , Cutter & Squidge
Picks to Savour Now you have your theme in place and a festive container waiting to be filled , it ’ s time to get shopping ! For those foodie finds , head to one of Kent ’ s many farm shops , which are fully-stocked with a myriad of treats ; think sweet preserves , award-winning tipples , artisan cheeses and savoury snacks . Bottles of bubbly , handmade candles , luxurious beauty picks , seasonal homewares and stylish winter accessories also make for the most glorious additions when looking for some hamper inspiration .
STEP FOUR :
The Best of France Hamper , £ 98 , Sous Chef
Kent Cheese Hamper , £ 35 , Macknade
The Big Tuscan , £ 60 , Fattoria La Vialla
Gardener ’ s Luxury Pamper Hamper in Plum , £ 58 , Feverfew Garden Company
Perfect Placements In order to achieve that picture-perfect hamper , proportional placement is key . Always start with your heavier and taller items towards the back to create height and tuck in your smaller items towards the front to ensure these remain visible . When wanting to protect fragile items and establish a better shape , use festive tissue , shredded paper or a beautiful fabric to pad the space out wherever needed .
STEP FIVE :
Finishing Touches Last but certainly not least - don ’ t forget to dress to impress ! While classic hampers tend to be wrapped with cellophane , there are also some fabulous eco-friendly options available for decorating . For example , tie your container with a fitting satin ribbon , place gorgeously scented festive foliages throughout , or personalise with handwritten tags or a Christmassy card - et voila !
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