Valentine's Day is Coming!

I find it very hard to believe that I am already Blogging about Valentine's Day!  We're almost at the end of January and we must start thinking about our Valentine's and the special gift they deserve this year, or better yet...a special gift basket you both deserve this year (hint, hint).

We've just begun to update our Valentine's Day inventory so that we're prepared for the mad rush of sending unique gift basket sentiments to all those you know and love.  I look forward to being able to share this year's assortment and selection of Valentine's Day Gift Baskets so stay tuned!

Until then...

HAPPY VALENTINES DAY 

love Little Gift Basket Boutique!

Best Regards

Get Well...Because It's Still Flu Season!

It's been all over the news!  The severe flu season that is infecting us and making us terribly sick this year.  There's nothing worse than feeling awful and not being able to do anything about.  BUT... you can help those you love who are sick and not feeling well by sending them one of our unique Get Well Gift Baskets!  We all know someone who is under the weather, and we all know that they are special to us and could really use a smile right about now!  We have get well gift baskets for all ages; they're not only cute and adorable but they are packed full of love and goodness to help them get through their illness.

 

 

~ Featured Get Well Gift Baskets ~

 

 Can we say cute?  Can we say filled with all the get well essentials?  Yes we can!  These are just a few of our popular get well gift baskets that seem to be flying off the shelves and making their way into boxes to deliver love and well wishes to our sick loved ones!

 

Health and Happiness Gift Basket

Health & Happiness Get Well Gift Box
Send your sincere Health and Happiness wishes with our cheerful get well gift box. Brimming with get well wishes they are sure to know how much you care when they open this thoughtful gift!

Beary Well Wishes Gift Basket

Beary Well Wishes Gift Basket
Send our adorable Beary Well Wishes Gift Basket to someone who needs a pick-me-up.  This adorable get well gift basket includes our "Illy Willy" teddy bear who is sure to brighten their day as they begin to relax with a hot bowl of chicken soup and English breakfast tea. We've decorated this unique get well gift basket with matching ribbons that are sure to make this oh so adorable gift basket extra special. 



A Speedy Recovery Gift Basket

A Speedy Recovery Gift Basket
Our heart warming A Speedy Recovery Gift Basket is sure to make someone's day brighter and help them perk up.  We've included everything needed for a speedy recovery. Hearty chicken noodle soup from The Pasta Shoppe and Davidson's lemon herb green tea are just what the doctor ordered.  A crossword puzzle book is all included to pass the time and keep them from feeling bored.

 

These featured get well gift baskets are just the beginning of what we have available and we hope that you will take a few moments to shop around our website.  We know you'll find exactly what you're looking for!

Get your flu shots, take your Airborne and wash your hands after touching anything exposed to the public ~  do whatever is necessary to ensure you don't catch this year's virus and help those who have by sending them one of our amazing gift baskets! :)

Stay well!!

2013: The Year of Baby Gift Baskets

We seem to have stumbled upon some really unique baby gift baskets (some of them go a little above the ordinary gift basket), and we're so excited to have begun to finally release them!  We've only released a few (you'll see a preview late on in this Blog post) but we will continue to release new ones as often as possible.  It's an understatement to say that the babies of 2013 are going to be spoiled with all the best essentials and comforts!  Little sister and brother and mom and dad are not left out either!

Baby gift baskets make great baby shower gifts!  Last year we brought several of our baby gift baskets to a fund raising event and the folks working the event wished they could have participated in the drawings so they could have an opportunity to win the baskets!  Needless to say, I gained some wonderful customers that day and it was such a great experience to see the awe from the guests of the party over the baby gift baskets.  We received a comment from a customer who told us they ordered and shipped one of our deluxe baby gift baskets to their expecting friends and they loved the way it was packaged so much that they had a tough time breaking it open to experience all the wonderful items inside!  This type of feedback makes our pursuit for unique gift baskets an easier task because we reap the rewards of knowing our gift baskets truly have an impact on the occasion / experience / celebration!

Below are a few of our newest baby gift basket editions:

Baby Einstein Lullaby Wagon Gift Basket

Stork Delivery Gift Set-Girl

Day At The Circus Baby Gift Basket

Stork Delivery Gift Set-Boy

Just a few of our new assortments, and another exciting item is that some of these can be personalized!  Imagine a baby gift sent with personalization already in place.  They will truly love it and it will keep you close in memory as they work their way through the amazing products and gifts in each gift basket!

Book mark us and check back often!

Until next time...

Best Regards

eCommerce 2013

In our world of ever-changing technology, we continue to see huge growth in eCommerce business.  As devices and hand held portable gadgets make it so easy to surf the web, to point and click makes it simple and easy for anyone to buy instantly at the drop of hat.  That may eventually change the way we currently try to gauge the holiday season; to see what the shopping market is doing and just how shoppers are shopping, and how early.  October is the start of our busy season - just a few weeks before Halloween, we begin to experience the start of our holiday season!  In this Blog Post, I will share one of the interesting articles we've stumbled across.  I'm a positive person and I try to share rewarding and positive things; this one relates to small business and eCommerce...

Below is a snippet of the highlights from an article posted on the Pure-Ecommerce Blog:

Ecommerce Growth – Key Points to Consider

•             According to the US Online Retailer Forecast, 2011 to 2016, by Forrester Research 15% more consumers will be shopping online within the next five years and they will be spending on average 44% more than in brick and mortar stores. 

•             US Online Retail Forecast expects growth in the number of US consumers shopping online to rise from 167 million last year to 192 million by 2016.

•             The average amount spent by each consumer is expected to rise from $1,207 per annum to $1,738.

•             Consulting firm Booz & Company predicts the US online social network sales will grow by a heady 93% over the next half-decade with some $15 billion in revenues expected by 2015.

•             Forrester Research also reports US consumer e-retail spending is expected to increase 62% by 2016.

•             US Shoppers will spend $327 billion on online shopping in 2016, which is up 45% from $226 billion in 2012.

Record Breaking Statistics about Cyber Monday 2012

•             Cyber Monday beat Black Friday sales by 36%. This means consumers are turning to the ease and convenience of online shopping.

•             Cyber Monday shoppers prefer to use PCs and laptops to do their online shopping, while 18% used their mobile devices to browse online which actually increased by 70% since Cyber Monday 2011.

•             Cyber Monday 2012 resulted in mobile device sales of 13% which grew by 96% compared to 2011.

Reference: ~the Pure-Ecommerce Blog, December 2012

It's amazing to me how much the Internet continues to grow and consumers continue to conform to online shopping.  I'm certainly a fan!  With the amount of hours dedicated to work, the only way I knew holiday shopping would be accomplished is by the convenience of online shopping.  And why not?  No crowds to fight, no traffic jams to be stuck in, less risk of getting into an accident with all the drivers on the road scurrying to their destinations, and best of all is it's all done from the comfort of my own home!

I do know that our customers love to shop online and they love to find a place online that still has a personable touch; it's important for us to remain connected to our customers!  We love when we see return customers, and most often it is associated with two things: great customer service for an online shop and unique selection!

Small business and e-Commerce opportunities have allowed me to do something I've always wanted to do ~ open my own business doing something I love.  The support of our customers along with my family and friends has been tremendous and I am so happy to be able to not only provide a unique selection of gift baskets but to enjoy the rewards of owning a business and finding a way to give back to the community.  More to come on that but for now, good night!

Warm Wishes

Birthdays and Birthday Gift Baskets

Today is January 7th and today is my birthday :)~

Since it's my birthday, I figured I would use today's post to show everyone what my favorite gift baskets are.  They are not all birthday theme related, but sometimes a spa gift basket for a birthday present is just as nice as a happy birthday gift basket (wink).

This first gift basket is one of my favorites, not because I love chocolate, but because the adorable monkey (comes in lion and tiger too) and the cute brief case make this unique gift basket a simply too good to pass up find!  Check out MojoMonkey below:

Go Wild Animal Trunk Gift Baskets: MojoMonkey

This second gift basket is one of my favorites that actually falls in the birthday gift basket category.  It's so cute and lovable that all it can do is deliver huge smiles!  I have a few friends that have purchased this for their mother or father to cheer them up.  Perfect for any age; really!

Happy Birthday To You Birthday Gift Pack For Children

This third basket is a favorite because I simply LOVE lavender and this spa gift basket comes with plenty of it!  Lavender has so many wonderful uses: works great to instantly relieve headaches, helps the body sleep with its calming effects and helps to reduce stress for a restful sleep.  There are so many other wonderful uses of lavender, click here to read more!  Not to get off on another note but Ali'i Kula Lavender farms is an amazing and wonderful place.  I buy their lavender essential oil here!

The Essence of Lavender Spa Gift Basket

This fourth gift basket is a favorite because I do love a good breakfast; when it's done right, it is an amazing tasteful delight!  That sounds funny but it's true and this gift basket really packs in all the gourmet breakfast delights.  This is a popular gift basket in the fall winter and spring!  Treat yourself - I think you and whoever you share it with will enjoy it tremendously!

The Country Sampler Gift Basket

Yes...the best for last!  The best you say?  Yes, the best. It's not a gift basket, in fact it's not an elaborate basket of any sort!  This nostalgic candy machine just makes me smile.  I'd love to this sent to me (maybe one day it will be...).  Just something fun for children, for the office, or just because!

Jelly Belly Bean Machine

I could go on and on, I have lots of favorites; after all, they have to have some favoritism to them in order to make it to our website (wink + smile).  I hope you've enjoyed this little look inside and I'll be sure to share more in future posts!  For now, leave a comment, share this post, simply tell us what your favorite gift basket is - whether it's to give or receive, it's always fun and exciting!

For all those with a birthday today or even this most - Happy Birthday!  Take a moment to yourself and find a way to truly enjoy it ~ then capture it!

Best Regards

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Thank You-Birthday-Get Well! OH MY!

The New Year is here and Little Gift Basket Boutique is ready and already in full swing with new gift basket arrivals in so many categories.  BIRTHDAY GIFT BASKETS - THANK YOU GIFT BASKETS - GET WELL GIFT BASKETS - SYMPATHY GIFT BASKETS - SPA GIFT BASKETS, etc...

 It's Only Natural Spa Gift Basket

This is our It's Only Natural Spa Gift Basket, and although it is relatively new to Little Gift Basket Boutique, it has not only become a popular gift basket but we have had great reviews on this unique spa gift basket's contents!

Perfect for birthday, appreciation, thank you, congrats and so much more.  The most popular occasion for this spa gift basket is Birthday and holidays such as Mothers Day, Secretary Day, Teacher Appreciation Day and Christmas Day.


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Beary Well Wishes Gift Basket

Instead of making a house call and worrying about getting sick yourself, why not send them get well wishes with out Get Well Gift Baskets.  Our Beary Well Wishes Gift Basket  will bring them cheerful get well wishes along with gourmet comfort foods that include chicken soup; the best soup for a quick remedy!

We have a large assortment of Get Well Gift Baskets, our selection is adorable and unique and we deliver happiness, satisfaction and continued success!

Gift baskets make great gifts and spark excitement and curiosity as the recipients make their way through identifying all the contents in their gift basket gift!  I've never seen so much excitement this holiday season from the children who unwrapped some unique children's gift baskets from Little Gift Basket Boutique!  Just imagine the excitement if you were a child and your eyes met this (see below)...

Color Me Happy For Kids Gift Basket Box

This unique and colorful children's gift basket was the delight of Christmas morning for so many little ones all over the country!  Just imagine the hours of enjoyment to be had, the smiles and giggles to listen to and the rewarding creations that will come from this small gift box of pure creative enjoyment!  This gift basket is great for birthdays, good behavior rewards for good grades at school, long trips and so much more.  

Well, as you can see, our selection is never-ending when it comes to quality and uniqueness.  Don't forget to keep us in mind for all your gift basket needs! 

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Happy New Year!

 Hello everyone and Happy New Year!  It's the first day of the new year and I am excited to see that sales have not slowed down even though the holidays are over...                                  I must stop for a moment and THANK all our wonderful customers; your patronage means the world to us and we look forward to continuing our gift basket relationship with each of you (smile)...It's still not too late to send out those Happy New Year Gift Baskets as well as though oh so important Thank You Gift Baskets!  We continue to see a steady stream of these two popular categories; our unique selection keeps everyone coming back (from what our loyal customers tell us).  

This year Little Gift Basket Boutique will be updating products and selections.  Remember, we work directly with our gift basket designers all over the United States to bring you the most unique selection of gift baskets for every occasion.  We are more than just the holiday gift basket store; we carry the following selection, just to name a few...

• Birthday Gift Baskets - This selection includes children and adults alike; male and female!  You'll find a unique selection of birthday gift baskets to send them bright wishes and birthday cheer.
• Sympathy Gift Baskets - This assortment of kind and sympathetic designed gift baskets come with gourmet gift basket goodies and keepsake sentiments.  Help them through a tough time by sending a gift basket; when you know words are just not enough...
• New Home Gift Baskets - Send a gourmet gift basket that sends a delicious feast to help them celebrate!
• Thank You Gift Baskets - We have a classy and unique selection of thank you gift baskets.  You'll find just what you're looking for when you browse our great assortment; we think you'll have a harder time selecting just one (wink).
• Gourmet Gift Baskets - This selection comes in handy for any occasion, and we carry them BIG, MEDIUM and SMALL.  
• Special Diet Gift Baskets - Looking to send something to someone who leads a Gluten Free Diet, or perhaps they're diabetic...We have a unique selection of Healthy special diet gift baskets just waiting to bring smiles and comfort to someone special!
• Baby Gift Baskets - This unique selection of gift baskets is perfect for that special baby shower gift or just to send your congrats!  Our baby gift baskets are too cute and too unique.  Be aware, we've got  a new line that we are anxious to release (SMILE)
• Get Well Gift Baskets - Know someone who is under the weather and needs a pick me up?  A smile that will brighten their day even though they feel terrible...Send one of our unique, adorable and too cute get well gift baskets.  You'll help boost their spirits in no time!

Baby Gift Baskets

Get Well Gift Baskets

This is just some of the many gift baskets we offer.  You can browse our entire selection at www.littlegiftbasketboutique.com.  You'll love what you see - from the friendly design of our website to the unique selections you'll have a hard time finding anywhere else!

Stay tuned...we're also working on a referral program that will allow anyone to receive free gift baskets.  Make Purchases and Refer friends or family members and start earning towards your own free gift baskets!  Details to come!

We're excited for 2013 and we look forwarding to servicing your gift basket needs all year through!

Warm Wishes

nicole