Choosing the Gifts and Basket

• 1). Include a group of eclectic items in your basket, keeping in mind that no one expects you to spend a lot.
  
  
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  Choose from items such as international gourmet foods or spices; flavored coffee beans; teas from around the world; books or magazines about your boss's favorite hobbies or sports; handheld games; and relaxing CDs or tapes, such as those with sounds of the seashore, chimes, water or whales.
  
  
• 3). Pick a basket style. Choices include those with one handle, with two side handles, or without handles. Make certain the basket is large enough to hold the gifts you have selected.
  
  
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  Choose a neutral color that will complement any home or office decor. A natural wicker basket works well.
  
  
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  Use shredded paper filling to make the gifts fit snugly in the basket.
  
  
• 6). Buy an appropriate greeting card.