Gift Basket Ideas for Men
Men are rarely easy to shop for. They don't require the same types of goodies as us women do, nor get excited over the same things. If you know the man you are making this gift basket for would like something in particular, do put it in!If you are stumped for ideas, here are a few general items to include:
Cologne
After shave
Body spray for men
Watch
Gift certificate to hardware or home improvement store
Small tool set
CDs on their wish list
Games for systems or PCs
Snack food of any kind
Gift Baskets for Purchase
If your not quite sure what to put in his gift basket, there are a few choices at a few online stores. They may even give you some additional gift basket ideas for men.
AllWineBaskets
The 19th Hole
Includes: a bottle of Forest Glen Chardonnay, corkscrew, golf wine bottle jacket, golf club brush, tees, golf balls, ball marks, divot tool, biscotti, Cheddar Cheese, East Shore Specialty Pretzels, Hunt Club Snack Mix, Carr's Black Pepper Water Crackers, Macy's Romano Garlic Cheesesticks, and Walla Walla Onion Crackers.
See more wine baskets and other gift baskets for men at: AllWineBaskets
GiftTree
The Beer Basket
This two toned open band basket is filled with a few goodies and a variety of Ales to wash them down with. Bass Ale, Dos Equis, Heineken, Guinness Extra Stout, Murphy's Irish Amber, East Shore Specialty pretzels, Macy's Romano Garlic Cheesesticks, Hunt Club Snack Mix, Crown Jewel Popcorn, and Pacific Gold Pistachios. Due to the alcoholic content of this gift, an adult signature is required upon delivery.
See more gift baskets like this at Gift Tree
Specific Gift Basket Ideas for Men
The following gift basket ideas for men were pulled from our collection. If you have something to add, please be sure to use the form below.Camper's Gift Basket
Use a Backpack for the "Basket" and fill with your choice of the following:
Flashlight
Water Bottle
Swiss Army Knife
Folded Poncho
Camping Tin Dish Set
Frying Pan
Trail Mix
Dried Fruits
Jerky
Lantern
Matches in a Waterproof Airtight Container
Compass
Guide to backpacking in the local area
Camping Book
Car Buff Gift Basket
Fill a basket with:
Premium quality auto wax
Buffing products
Treated dusting cloths
Assortment of magazines on cars
Books about classic, vintage or sports cars
Videos about maintaining cars
Tire gauge
Car-theme T-shirt
Disposable camera to snap the freshly waxed car and its owner
Frame for a photo of the car buff with the shiny car.
Car Lover's Gift Basket
Fill a basket or a bag with:
Tire gauge
Liter (or gallon) of oil
Wax
Chamois
Car wash coupons
Squeegee for the windows
Mileage log and pen
Travel mug
Carpenter's Gift Basket
Fill the pockets of a tool belt or pouch with: work gloves, hammer, screws, nails, screwdriver, tape measure, duct tape.
Couch Potato Gift Basket
Fill a large basket or box with:
Assorted bags of flavored popcorn
Other snacks like chips, nuts, candy
Pre-recorded movies
TV Guide subscription
TV Remote holder
Comfortable slippers
Cushion
Father's Day Gift Basket
Subscription to his favorite magazine
His favorite cologne
Comfy, warm slippers
Coupon book you make (take the day off ,dad, or I'll mow the lawn this time, dad!)
Gift certificate to his favorite sports shop
His favorite cookies or treat
Personal letter (in your own handwriting) telling him why you love him and what you admire about him
His favorite popcorn spices
His favorite action movie
Nice picture frame (with the picture of the family in it)
Golf Lover's Gift Basket
For the golfer, fill a basket or a golf bag with:
Golf tees
Golf balls
Baseball cap
Sunscreen
Score cards
Small towel
Can cooler to keep a can of pop or beer cold
Of course, don't forget to personalize the towel or baseball cap - you can stitch on them, use fabric paints, etc.
Grandfather's Gift Basket
Fill a Basket with:
Nice inspirational book about being a grandfather
His favorite sweets
Cozy, warm slippers
Gift certificate to his favorite sports or outdoor store
A letter (in your own handwriting) telling him why you love him and what you admire about him
Sports or outdoor magazine
His favorite cologne
A nice frame with the family or children's portrait in it
A coupon to his favorite restaurant
His favorite movie
His favorite popcorn spices
Hot/cold bag (you heat up or cool down, and wrap around your neck)
Male Baby Boomer Gift Basket
Pick accessories for the outdoor or indoor middle-aged sports enthusiast: sunscreen, sun visor, shoe and wrist reflectors, odorless pain-relieving gel, sports books on tape, a tape player with waistband attachment, blank VCR tapes, and spare batteries for the TV remote control. Include his favorite '60s and '70s music, in CD format. Select an appropriate, humorous T-shirt with a middle-age theme.
Men's Accessories Gift Basket
Fill an overnight bag with:
Socks
Underwear
Belt
Tie
Tie clip
Handkerchiefs
Wallet
Watch
New Father Gift Basket
Large Dad mug
Bags of ground coffee
Double photo frame for the office
New Dad T-shirt
Books on fatherhood
Disposable cameras
High-energy snacks (to double as breakfast)
Mini photo album for the office
Sports Enthusiast Gift Basket
Fill the helmet or hat with:
Sports cards
Baseball, puck, etc .
Shoe, boot or skate laces
For the hockey player, add: lace tightener and some tape
For the baseball player, add: mineral oil, batting glove and gum
Sports video
Subscription to a sports magazine
Poster of their favorite player
Additional Gift Basket Ideas for Men
Gift Jars & Gift BasketsGift jars are a semi-new idea, and have become very popular over the last few years. It's a decorative way to give family and friends starter mixes for different types of food. Just use basic canning jars which can be picked up at almost any store, add your ingredients, and decorate. Makes for a nice gift for those who do light cooking, and can also be used inside of gift baskets.
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200 Gift Jar Recipes
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99 Gift Basket Ideas
A gift basket idea for everyone on your list! They've left noone out of this guide - featuring gift baskets for children, adults, grandparents, gardeners, business people, campers, collectors, and many others.
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