Here are the themes with suggested items that we choose from for their class baskets. Some are more popular than others.
Theme --- Suggested Items
* Do-It-Yourself --- How-to books, tools and gadgets, apron, paintbrushes, tool belt, cap, gift card to Lowe’s
* Father, Dad, Daddy --- Things for a dad: cuff inks and tie tack set, stuff animal, socks, scented body wash and lotion, tie, slippers, cologne
* I Do --- Marriage celebration: An ice bucket filled with things for an anniversary or a honeymoon: two glasses, candy, candles, silk flower in crystal vase, his and her lotions, disposable camera, picture frame,
* I’m The Boss --- desk and office items: desk pad, stapler, pencil can, note pads, letter tray
* Inspiring Artist (Adult) --- art supplies for adults: acrylic paints, brushes, water color paper, bristol boards, canvas boards, frames, how to books, colored pencils, pencils, color wheel, charcoal pencils, kneaded eraser, pencil sharpener
* Keep In Touch --- remembering and writing to special friend: stationery, note cards, greeting cards, fancy pens, address book, picture frames, disposable camera, book of stamps
* Mother, Mom, Mommy --- Things for a mom: scarf, perfume, scented body wash and lotion, slippers, stuff animal, costume jewelry
* Pamper Me --- Massage & bath stuff, facials, manicures, hair products, scented soap, soothing music CD
* Smell This --- things to make a person or home smell good: scented candles of varying shapes and sizes, candle holders, scented soaps, scented lotion and body wash, potpourri, sachets, scented oils, room freshers
* Spa --- Candle and holder, scented oil and lotion, body wash, bath salts, loofah sponge, foot soak, slippers, soothing music CD
Stress Buster --- things that are relaxing: scented candle, soothing music CD, eye mask, aromatherapy items
* A Taste Of The Bay --- Crab feast items: seafood seasoning, large pot, hammers, bibs, napkins, place mats
* Afternoon Tea --- Tea pot, cups, sandwich plates, napkins, variety of teas, candy, preserves, flavored crackers, serving tray.
* Asian Dinner --- wok, variety of sauces and mixes, rice and noodles, cookbook, themed table décor
* Baking Fun - Cakes --- Apron, spatula, decorating kit, canned frosting, dish towel, oven mitt, cake mixes, mixing bowl, measuring spoons and cups, whip, wooden spoons, cake pan
* Baking Fun - Cookies --- Apron, spatula, dish towel, oven mitt, cookie mixes, frosting mix, sprinkles, mixing bowl, measuring spoons and cups, whip, wooden spoons, cookie cutters, cookie sheet
* Baking Fun - Pies --- Apron, spatula, canned pie fillings, dish towel, oven mitt, dough mixes, mixing bowl, measuring spoons and cups, rolling pin, pie pan
* Chef’s Delight --- Cookbooks, kitchen gadgets, mixing bowls, spices, oils, vinegars, cutting board
* Chili Night --- Large pot, spices, canned beans, rice, napkins, cookbook, bowls, themed table décor
* Chocolate Lovers --- variety of chocolate candies, cookies, hot cocoa mix, chocolate syrup
* Coffee Lovers --- Coffees, flavored creamers, coffee liqueurs, cups, biscotti, cookies, spoons, coffee grinder
* Fiesta --- Piñata, taco kits, chips, salsa, music CD, margarita mix, margarita glasses, cookbook, themed serving pieces, themed table décor
* Italian Gourmet Night --- A large pasta serving bowl with cookbooks, olive oils, pasta and sauces, olive oil pouring spout, bread sticks, small bowls, themed table décor
* Pizza Night --- Pizza pan, pizza cutter, plates, jarred sauce, dough mix, napkins
* Snack time --- Candies, popcorn, chips, pretzels, fruity cereal, crackers, spreads, bowls, napkins
* Soup's On --- Soup serving bowl, small soup bowls, soup mixes, spoons, napkins, cookbook.
* Sundae Fun --- Ice cream bowls, spoons, scoop, toppings, cones, nuts, cherries, etc.
* Water Fun --- Beach towels, water games, googles, flip flops for the family, water guns
* At The Grill --- yard games, red-white-blue themed picnic supplies, BBQ equipment, BBQ sauces, outdoor serving pieces, Frisbee, wicker plate holders
* At the Movies --- things for a family movie night: gift certificate to video store, popcorn, candy,, family movie videos, snack bowls
* Backyard Bash --- Games and things for the backyard, metal bin
* Beach Fun --- Games and things for the beach, beach tote
* Family Picnic --- Games and things for a picnic, picnic basket
* Gardening - Indoor --- Small plants or packs of seeds, gardening tools (adults and kids), gardening gloves (adults and kids), gift certificate to garden center/store, small watering can, pots
* Gardening - Outdoor --- packets of seeds, gardening tools (adults and kids), gardening gloves (adults and kids), gift certificate to garden center/store, foam kneeling pads, small watering can, pots
* Arts and Crafts (Pre-schooler) --- Chalk, craft kit, scissors, paint and brushes, craft sticks, glue, construction paper, finger paint paper, supply box
* Arts and Crafts (Ages 5-9) --- Stamp markers, scissors, beads, water colors, coloring books, finger paint paper, pencils, crayons, sponges, craft keeper, craft kits
* Arts and Crafts (Ages 10 and up) --- craft kits, scissors, beads, jewelry maker kit, art kits, paint brush, crayons, markers, colored pencils, how-to books.
* Best Friend - Girl --- Fun things a kid would give to a best friend: activity books, doll, stuffed animal, figurines, candy games, picture frame, diary, craft kit, jump rope
* Best Friend- Boy --- Fun things a kid would give to a best friend: activity books, miniature cars, figurines, candy, games, picture frame, comic books, journal, craft kit, ball
* Fun With Reading --- Gift certificate to book store, bookmarks, book light, books for beginning, intermediate and advanced readers, books on tape (kids)
* Kid's Bath time --- Children things related to the bath: bath toys, bubble bath, flip flops, towel and washcloth, bath paints/crayons
* New Baby --- Things for a baby, baby bag
Puzzles, Games & Brain Teasers - --- jigsaw, crosswords, word search, Mad Libs, board games, cards, Rubik's Cube, activity books
* Traveling With Kids --- travel size games, snacks, travel books, crayons, markers, coloring/activity books, crafts for the car, books on tape, hand held electronic games, camera, first-aid kit, coolers
* Birthday Wishes --- complete party package: candles, confetti, noise makers, hats and balloons, napkins, plates, cups.
* Couch Potatoes --- snack foods, pillow, slippers, remote holder, can holder.
* Gift Wrapping --- Gift wrapping container, variety of wrapping papers, curling ribbons, tape, scissors, gift bags, tags
* Meet Me at the Car Wash --- Things related to cars: Glass cleaner wipes, Wet & Shine, tire scrubber, Armor All wipes, fresheners, windshield wiper concentrate
* Picture This --- photography items: camera, album, picture frames, batteries, film
* Sweetheart --- Things you would give to a person you love
* Hooray for the Home Team --- ball, pennant, jersey or T-shirt, themed socks, poster, mug, other themed items for sports team
* Sports Bonanza --- Balls, sweatbands, knee pads, sports related items
