The Personal Gifting Co

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Stay Connected, from Afar

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Many businesses have been affected in some way due to our countries current circumstances.  Meetings, networking events, conferences, and other corporate gatherings have been either canceled or postponed.  We understand the stress and are trying to support our clients in creative gifting options to meet their current needs.  

Virtual Connections 

If you’re anything like me, by now you’ve had your share of virtual meetings and gatherings.  I recently attended my first “virtual” wedding, which by the way, was beautiful! Because caring and thoughtful hands can’t physically give a gift right now, you can still give. Give them something they can enjoy that next virtual meeting.  If you usually supply or allow snacks during your face to face meetings, a great gift would be a snack theme gift box filled with items to munch on during the virtual meeting. Don’t forget to add a little bit of home (office) in your gifts, like pens, memo pads, and other company-branded items. Leave it to us, and we can ship the gifts to each virtual recipient, so they have them just in time for the meeting.

Work From Home Care Packages

Working from home can either be a blessing or a curse, depending on who you ask.  Millions of employees are now working from home, whether they like it or not, but so is the entire family. To help bring down the added stresses and build morale, send a care package to let your employees know you’re thinking of them, and you appreciate their hard work and flexibility during this time.  Add a few fun things to help break the day to day schedule and bring a smile to their faces.  Add a puzzle, stress ball, energy drink or water, and healthy snacks. Another tip is to share funny videos and relevant workplace memes that provide a laugh. 

Thank Yous

Building strong, lasting relationships with vendors and clients is vital at any time.  But right now, more than ever, with canceled events, client meetings, and social distancing, it can be challenging to run a business or to feel connected to those you do business with now. Consider sending a simple, small gesture of appreciation to brighten their day. 

These simple gift ideas are to stir up your creativity and guide you to other ways of gifting.  We believe there is always a reason to give a thoughtful gift, and these times are no different.  Please know we are here to help you with your gifting needs at any time.  Whether to say thank you, see you soon, or back to business, we can help. 

Valentine’s Day Gifts for the Woman in Your Life

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Out of ideas? Make Valentine’s Day special with The Personal Gift Basket Company.

Afraid of “The Clueless Guy” Syndrome?

When it comes to giving Valentine’s gifts, let’s face it—guys can feel at a complete loss. Any man who’s had that awkward moment watching his significant other unwrap a vacuum cleaner or gym membership knows: Sometimes we all could use a helping hand.

And for couples who have been together for a decade or more, it can feel nearly impossible to top yourself year after year. Coming up with a new idea for the perfect present this year, in addition to birthdays and other holidays, is daunting.

You want a reaction like this one …
… not this.

But there’s nothing quite like a well-chosen Valentine’s Day gift! It can help couples connect more profoundly and rekindle their romance. Sometimes we all just need a little guidance.

That’s where The Personal Gift Basket comes in. We help guys like you … at nearly any price point! (And we deliver, too.)

So, guys, don’t go it alone. Choose from one of these four totally-customizable gift options.

Custom Gift Basket Idea 1: Sweet Thoughts (From $35)

Perfect for those who want to send a small token of love. Not too big or overstated—it’s a beautiful and simple expression of how you feel.

Contains:

  • Godiva Chocolate Truffles
  • Marshmallow White Chocolate Lollipop
  • Sea Salt Caramels
GET THE GIFT

Custom Gift Basket Idea 2: Pinky Up (From $50)

Perfect for the girl who prefers tea over coffee. This gift has everything she’ll need to have a relaxing start to her morning. 

  • Tea Pot
  • “Love” Travel Mug
  • Honey Packets
  • Honey Swirl Stick
  • Tea
  • Tea Bag Tray
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Custom Gift Basket Idea 3: Peaceful Moments (From $75)

Let that special someone know how important she is to you! Pamper her with a gift that will allow her to escape and relax. 

Contains:

  • “Love” Trinket Tray
  • Fig Brown Sugar Soy Candle
  • Cozy Socks
  • Pedi Pumice Stick
  • Conversation Candy Hearts
  • Matches
  • Mimosa Body Lotion
GET THE GIFT

Custom Gift Basket 4: Start from scratch!

Lisa Paden, PGB

Our founder, Lisa Paden, is standing by to help you assemble the perfect gift. Give her a call or send her an email and she’ll help you get it just right. Ready to go?

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Brands We Love: The Art of Caramel

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At The Personal Gift Basket Co., we thoughtfully curate our delicious treats from vendors from all over the country. This month, we want to introduce you to one of our favorite popcorn companies that we have had the pleasure of working with.

The Art of Caramel

The Art of Caramel creates caramel popcorn in adult-inspired flavors. This gourmet treat has become a thriving Los Angeles-area business, thanks to the mother and daughter team of Alycia and Taylor Oh.

This is caramel popcorn like you’ve never experienced before. Flavors include:

  • Vanilla Bean Cocoa Nib (their most popular)
  • Kentucky Bourbon with Black Pepper
  • Bananas Foster Dark Rum
  • Mayan Chile Chocolate
  • And more, including a Personal Gift Basket Co. custom flavor (keep reading)!

From Finance to Food

Alycia spent her early career in the mortgage business. Her passion, however, was gourmet food. As the mortgage industry felt increasingly volatile, she took some time off to consider how she could start enjoying her work again.

Alycia found a job as a food buyer, traveling the world and bringing her favorite flavors back to LA. As she did the work, she saw an opportunity to create beautiful, unique popcorn in a business of her own.

Soon after Alycia’s daughter Taylor graduated college, they decided to partner on the venture. Together, they manage the business while coming up with mouth-watering new flavors.

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Popping Up Everywhere!

The Art of Caramel found its way into a store in the Los Angeles International Airport. One day, a Japanese marketing professional picked up a bag of Mayan Chile Chocolate Popcorn as a gift on his way home.

He gave it to his boss, who called Alycia, saying, “We’ve got to bring this popcorn to Japan!”

Then, just by chance, their popcorn found its way onto Keeping Up with the Kardashians. Before the Ohs knew it, their popcorn had been featured on NBC, in The Robb Report, and in the Los Angeles Business Journal.

Clients have even included The Late Late Show and The Emmys!

But Alycia and Taylor’s big celebrity moment was with author Dave Pilkey of Captain Underpants fame. Taylor read Pilkey’s books when she was little. Having Pilkey choose The Art of Caramel for a Scholastic Books Holiday Box was an absolute thrill for them.

The Art of Caramel + The Personal Gift Basket Co.

Alycia’s favorite flavor is their Fiori and Salt Popcorn. A unique take on salted caramel, it starts in Italy with fourteen kinds of flowers. When the flowers are dried, ground, and sent to LA, they’re mixed into the caramel. Then, they top the sweetly floral popcorn with Maldon Sea Salt.

The result is out-of-this-world.

Our favorite popcorn, however, is the Gooey Butter Popcorn, formulated by The Art of Caramel exclusively for The Personal Gift Basket Co.

Our founder, Lisa Paden, worked with Alycia and Taylor to create this delicious popcorn. Not being from St. Louis, they had never tasted gooey butter cake! Lisa sent samples of her favorites for them to experience so they could recreate the signature taste.

“Deliciously Unique”

The Art of Caramel is deliciously unique. Their popcorn makes a thoughtful stand-alone gift or as an add-in to our gift baskets. When you give it, you can feel confident you’re giving something as individual as you are.

When ordering your next custom gift from The Personal Gift Basket Co., make sure to request we add delicious popcorn from Art of Caramel!

Lisa’s Top 10 Summer Gift Picks

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There are many opportunities to get out and enjoy the hot summer days. Our weekends are packed with parties, holidays and many other celebratory events that fill our calendars. I always say, there is always a reason to give a thoughtful gift (even if it’s not from a gift basket), so here are a few of my personal favorites to give during this time of the year. These items are great for hostess gifts and many different occasions, and you may just find a few for yourself.

Skeem Citronella Candle

Skeem Matches

Summers days and evening are really nice, but with them come the bugs that aren’t so nice.  These beautifully created Citronella candle and matches are a perfect hostess gift for your next outside party.

Inflatable Beverage Floats

For your next pool party, bring these adorable flamingo beverage holder floats.  Add a few nice glasses, with a lemonade mix and a few lemons and you got yourself an adorable gift!

Coleman Party Pail Grill

Grill Utensils Set

Birthday party on the beach or in the park?  This portable grill and utensils set is the perfect gift to bring.  Just add a nice tea towel, condiment containers, and charcoal – you got yourself a great gift.

Bose Portable Speaker

Can’t have a party without music!  Bring this Bose portable speaker and get the party started!  Add an iTunes gift card with a pair of headphones and this is a REALLY nice upscale gift.

Yeti Tumbler

This tumbler is perfect for keeping your favorite beverage cold while you are in the summer heat.  Add a nice sparkling bottle of water (or a mini bottle of wine) with and you have a great hostess gift.

Glass Pitcher and Cup Set

This is glass pitcher and cup set are a great hostess gift for the next summer backyard party.  Add coasters and a sangria drink mix and you’re set!

Backpack Cooler

This backpack cooler is perfect for the beach, park, or even back yard.  Add a bottle of wine, cork opener, wine bottle stopper, and two glasses and this is a great gift for the wine lover.

Waterproof Picnic Blanket

Picnic or concert in the park this weekend? This waterproof picnic blank is perfect and it’s big enough for a few of your favorite people.  Add a set of plastic plates, cups, utensils, cheese, sausage, cutting board, a cheese knife, and fresh fruit. This will make a great gift.

How to Design the Perfect Father’s Day Gift

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Father’s Day is the perfect time to celebrate the amazing, strong men in our lives. Finding a special and meaningful gift for that special man can be a daunting task. I know they say women are hard to shop for, but I think men are too. So to make it easy this year, The Personal Gift Basket Co has created four fun gift solutions; The Traveler, Cup of Joe, Man Cave, and The Fan. Give him something unforgettable that will remind him that he’s loved and appreciated.

The Traveler

For the dad whose job takes him on the road or up in the air, The Traveler is a great gift! Travel essentials and snacks help make this gift ideal for dad to take while he’s away.

Cup of Joe

This gift is for the dad whose day cannot start until “but first…coffee.” Whether it’s black, Americano, espresso, or latte, he’ll love this gift.

Man Cave

For the dad who loves his own private space, to play his favorite music, watch his favorite sports teams, eat his favorite snacks, and hang his favorite movie or band posters. No matter if his space is in the garage, basement, or extra bedroom, the Man Cave gift will be the perfect addition for him to enjoy.

Hometown Fan

St. Louis is known for having some die-hard sports fans, and there’s nothing like rooting for the home team!  Win or lose, dad bleeds Blue or Cardinal Red so help him bring home a win with some of his St. Louis favorites.

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