{"id":548,"date":"2019-09-23T23:16:00","date_gmt":"2019-09-23T23:16:00","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.presidentialtowersapts.com\/blog\/?p=548"},"modified":"2019-09-12T23:26:31","modified_gmt":"2019-09-12T23:26:31","slug":"get-inspired-with-seasonal-gift-baskets","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.presidentialtowersapts.com\/blog\/2019\/09\/23\/get-inspired-with-seasonal-gift-baskets\/","title":{"rendered":"Get Inspired With Seasonal Gift Baskets"},"content":{"rendered":"

Gift baskets are a creative way to show someone that you're thinking about them. These also make great party favors if you entertain a lot. The best gift baskets have a theme that ties in with the season. For autumn, you have a lot of options to choose from. Take a walk through your local park and get inspired by what you see.<\/p>\n

Fall Foliage<\/h2>\n

You can decorate and pad your basket with bright fall leaves. Cloth leaves are available at local craft stores. If you have a little patience, you can also pick your own fresh leaves and seal them with a craft spray. Press colorful leaves, and they can be glued to greeting cards and thank-you notes, creating a charming keepsake.<\/p>\n

Harvest Season<\/h2>\n

Harvest season is a colorful and delicious time of year. Swing by your local farmer's market to see what's seasonal and eye-catching. You may be able to find tiny heirloom squashes to pop into each gift basket. Other options might include bunches of grapes, pumpkin-spice treats, and roasted spiced walnuts.<\/p>\n

Homemade Treats<\/h2>\n

Did that last paragraph make your mouth water? A number of seasonal treats can be made by even beginner cooks. Tuck a few of these into the basket to give a sweet personal touch:<\/p>\n

Mulled Cider<\/h3>\n

Heat for 10 minutes in a large pot:<\/p>\n

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• 3c cider<\/li>\n
• 2c red wine<\/li>\n
• 1\/2c maple syrup<\/li>\n
• Thinly sliced apples and oranges<\/li>\n
• 1 cinnamon stick<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

  Pour into jars and seal tightly.<\/p>\n

  Roasted Walnuts<\/h3>\n

  You'll need:<\/p>\n

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  • 1 bag raw walnut halves<\/li>\n
  • 1 tbsp oil<\/li>\n
  • Cinnamon and sugar to taste<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

    Toss well, spread on a baking sheet, and bake at 375 degrees until golden brown. Cool and share!<\/p>\n

    Pumpkin Spice Bites<\/h3>\n

    Ice premade sugar cookies with homemade pumpkin spice frosting.<\/p>\n

    Easy Frosting:<\/p>\n

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    • 8 oz cream cheese<\/li>\n
    • 1\/2c brown sugar<\/li>\n
    • Pumpkin spice mix, to taste<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

      Beat well until fluffy and spread generously on the cookies.<\/p>\n

      Space for Everyone in the Windy City<\/h2>\n

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      Gift baskets are a creative way to show someone that you're thinking about them. These also make great party favors if you entertain a lot. The best gift baskets have a theme that ties in with the season. For autumn, you have a lot of options to choose from. Take a walk through your local… <\/p>\n

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