I went into Target yesterday to pick up some things for the 4th of July. Of course, I had to stop by the dollar spot. You know how Target runs are; you go in for one thing and leave with everything but that thing. When I saw these adorable wicker picnic baskets in the dollar spot, I just had to have them. I thought they would be adorable for welcome bags or a mini picnic. I am a sucker for anything picnic-themed or anything that involves a basket. If I found these before my wedding, I would have used them for my welcome bags (I will blog those soon!)
These were so inexpensive to make and absolutely adorable! I hope Target continues to sell these affordable baskets so I can gift them during the holidays. I may need to go back to Target and buy them all. Even if you didn’t plan to make a gift package, these little baskets are so cute to fill up with a few sandwiches, chips, and sparkling water to take to the park or beach!
These little gift packages were made with everything at Target. You don’t have to run around a ton of stores to find all the goodies! I had so much fun filling them up. I tried to pick out items that had a lot of colors but also things people actually eat. 
What to place inside a picnic-themed gift package!
Hillshire Small Plates – They are perfect because they have the meat, cheese, and crackers! You don’t have to do any of the hard work, they’re cheaper than buying all the ingredients, and they fit perfectly in the basket! I chose two for each basket. You can find them near the cheese section.
Pistachios – Every charcuterie-style picnic needs some nuts.
Dark Chocolate – Because it goes with everything.
Sour Candies – Not only is the packaging cute (I’m a sucker for packaging), but I happen to think sour candy is the best when paired with rosé.
Sparkling Water – The water is the perfect item to add to the bottom of the basket to push up the rest of the snacks. It adds more volume, plus hydration is important.
Utensils- Paper plates, cute napkins, and a champagne glass.
Wine – I went with rosé for summer, but I would change the wine selection based on the season.
Hair scarf – I absolutely loved this little scarf from Target! It decorated the basket up big time. Plus, you can wear it in your hair instead of throwing away ribbon.
I’m already planning on making another themed picnic basket with these! 
I added a cute zinnia from my garden to dress it up even more.
Questions for you!
- What would you pack in these picnic baskets?
- What gift theme should I do next?
Those are so cute and I absolutely love them! We’re going to be going to an outdoor concert next month and we aren’t allowed to bring in alcohol so I think I’d swap out the bottle of wine for a bottle of sparkling water and fill the basket with a homemade sandwich, a small container of salad, some fruit and snacks.
OMG that is such a great idea!!!
Love! Just another thing to add to my target list! I think the basket would be great for a mom to be as well!!
Yes!!!!
These are literally the cutest picnic baskets I have ever seen! You did an awesome job with this girl! I hope my Target has these cute little baskets!!!
XO, Katie | http://www.meshkomoments.com
Awww thank you, Katie!!!
I love these so much. I saw the baskets at Target but didn’t think much of them and now I need to go back!
Aw yes!!
Cute! What was the approximate price per basket??
The basket was only $5! But I filled it up with about $25 worth of things. You can make it as budget-friendly as you want!
These are darn cute! are your totally right you could do any theme and they make a great gift. I just send a link of this blog to my cousin whos getting married in a vineyard in a few months, we were talking last night about sorting out pre reception snacks & wine with games for the guests while the photos are being done and these would be awesome for her to have set up on beautiful rugs.
I would probably pack these the same as you depending on season but I would also add dog treats and a collapsible dog water bowl to these as most of my friends including my self take our dogs with us everywhere.
A autumn/winter theme with hot apple cider, mini pumpkin tarts or hot chocolate mix’s would be fun as well.
Have a great week!
I love that idea, Harriet!!!
Perfect for our new neighbor’s welcome basket! Thanks for sharing!
Perfect!!
Hi Taryalynn! This is such a cute idea! Congratulations on the wedding as well -it looked so beautiful! I love your blog miss your weekly recap posts- do you think you will start doing them again?
Love- Emma
I’m editing right now 😊
Omg stop, I just saw it posted -this is too good!! Can’t wait to read 🙂
Omg stop, I just saw it posted -this is too good!! Can’t wait to read 🙂
I just tracked these down at my Target- thanks for the great idea!
Were there any labels on the baskets that listed the brand/manufacturer?
Those are so cute and i found you on tiktok
I think adding a personal touch to a gift basket is awesome!
This is a truly adorable gift basket design. I particularly like the hair scarf. The best thing about DIY gift baskets is that you can completely personalize them for the recipient. I mean, store-bought gift baskets are nice, but they rarely contain exactly what you want.