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There was a time when wholesalers’ low prices always beat retail prices, and that model made sense.

However, now that specialty retailers buy certain products that are attractive in gift baskets, their prices can sometimes be better than what you find at wholesale outlets, especially when the items you want are discounted for quick sales.

I found this to be true at one of my favorite retail stores.

Buying from wholesalers is still the norm in the gift basket industry, but it’s also wise to keep your eyes open for bargains in the retail world.

Watch the video for a lesson I learned about buying from retailers and wholesalers.

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When asked in my gift basket classes, “Does a hair dryer work as good on shrink wrap as a heat gun?” now I know how to respond because of this video experiment comparing the two items. I was surprised by the results, but perhaps you won’t be. See it for yourself.

Why Shrink Wrap Instead of Cellophane Wrap?

When I began making gift baskets in 1990, I chose cellophane wrap for all of my designs because I wasn’t ready to invest in shrink wrapping equipment.

Today, it’s important to be ready to apply all types of wrapping materials around completed designs, as customers will request different styles. You’ll also require different wraps according to the themes you make.

Shipping requirements dictate that shrink wrap is added around most, if not all, gift baskets, to protect it during travel. Some designers also add cellophane outside of the shrink wrap to provide a soft appearance around the inside protection.

If you use a hair dryer to shrink wrap, how effective is this technique for you, and how realistic is the above video compared to your results?

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Looking for ideas on what to put in your baskets? Here’s where you’ll find numerous gift giving ideas and items that are perfect for gift baskets for everyday and special occasions.
Baby

New House

Birthday

Wedding
Diapers Key ring Party hat   Crackers
Bib Kitchen utensils Ice cream scooper   Cheese
  Teething ring   Pot holders   Waffle cones   Fruit  
  Nail clippers   Placemats   Thank you cards   Cutting board  
  Receiving blanket   Fragrant soaps   Disposable camera   Cheese knife  
  Comb and brush   Dish towels   Tea or coffee   Champagne  
  Socks   Cider/champagne   Cookies   Drinking flutes  
  Soap and lotion   Drinking flutes   Crackers   His/her soaps  
  Skin cream   Drawer sachets   Cheese   Picture frame  
Bonnet Switchplates Chocolates   Disposable camera

Pet

Bereavement

Get Well

New Car
  Leash   Poem book   Soups   Soft cloths  
  Treats   Hard candies   Fruit   Polish  
  Water bowl   Fruit   Puzzles   Car wax  
  Toys   Picture frame   Fiction books   Cleanser  
  Collar   Notecards   Tea   Air freshener  
  Personalized tag   Candles   Tissues   Music CD  
  Pooper scooper   Tea or coffee   Apple cider   Tire cleaner  
  Cleaning spray   Cookies   Soft cookies   CD organizer  
  Training book   Biscotti   Find-the-word books   Spot cleaner  
  Muzzle   Soft music CD   Lotions   Car wash coupon  

You’ll find more ideas and product/supply links at GiftBasketWholesaleSupplies.com and OrganicWholesaleSupplies.com.

What are some of your favorite gift basket items?

© 2008-2010 Shirley George Frazier. All rights reserved. Shirley Frazier is the world's expert on the gift basket industry, professional speaker and demonstrator, and author of How to Start a Home-Based Gift Basket Business, The Gift Basket Design Book, and Marketing Strategies for the Home-Based Business: Solutions You Can Use Today. Visit GiftBasketBusiness.com for DVDs, CDs, reports, tips, a free online newsletter, and more to learn, grow, and profit with gift baskets.

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