Exactly what can you incorporate into Easter baskets intended for groups of varying ages? Must it only be chocolate rabbits and other assorted candy? Does it always have to be jellybeans and eggs? These days, the answer is a resounding "no!" It's always interesting when you take a poll, because you can never predict exactly what the outcome will be.
The following are a few of the responses that were given when we asked the question, "What are some of the things YOU put in Easter baskets?" DVDs and CDs - Any of these will fit perfectly in most any size basket and will certainly last a lot longer than chocolate.
Video Games - These will also fit easily in baskets and may help the youngsters pass the time with what could otherwise be a dreary afternoon while awaiting Easter dinner.
Books - Lots of youngsters and adults alike like to read.
How about encouraging them by gifting a new novel or special reading book? Bubble Bath and Candles - So that special lady can lie back and take it easy on her special night.
Toiletries - Shampoo, deodorant, soap and moisturizing lotions all produce a great scented basket, and a really appreciated one.
Movie tickets - You can make sure that you have a quiet few hours at home when you gift your kids with movie tickets so they can have some fun on their own..
Money/Gift Cards - Most young people agree that this would always be a welcome gift.
Clothes - A little bulky for the average Easter basket, however you could always put clothing items in a wrapped box beneath the basket.
Booties and Socks - Either of these would help keep toes toasty on cool nights.
Jewelry - One of my favorites, and usually always a well-received gift idea.
Disposable Cameras - Of course for taking photos, but more importantly for making lots of lasting memories.
Fabric and Crafts - For that crafty person in your family, who will immediately have a couple of creative ideas the minute they see it.
Bible - Especially for the more religious, and in case you want to read the kids the Easter story.
Candy - Always the obvious choice, but utilize this moderately as filler around the other more important items within the Easter basket.
However, you must of course include one or more chocolate bunnies! These are but a few of the oodles of gift ideas that are out there, but you will probably only have just one small basket to work with.
Choices can be really difficult to make sometimes, but I know you'll make the best choices for your Easter basket recipient!