What Do You Put In An Autumn Hamper?

Autumn is a cosy and fun season to spend with friends and family. You might have a loved one with a birthday in autumn, or maybe you’re attending a Halloween party, whatever the occasion, it’s the perfect excuse for a hamper! 

Northern Willow’s seasonal & gifting team are here to help you create the ultimate autumn hamper to impress all of your loved ones. So, what do you put in an autumn hamper? 

The best items to include in an autumn hamper should be chutneys, apple cider or something cosy for the colder days (fluffy socks and a set of new hats & gloves are our go-to choices!). The gifts you put inside an autumn hamper depend on the person for whom you are creating the present. It will need to be tailored depending on factors such as their age and interests.

Read on to discover more about what should be included in an autumn hamper with Northern Willow.  

How Do You Make An Autumn Hamper? 

When it comes to making an autumn hamper, the possibilities are endless! A hamper, especially ours from Northern Willow, makes the perfect birthday gift for the cosy season or an ideal present for a party host! Our top picks for an autumn hamper are: 

• Coffee gift card- who doesn’t love a good pumpkin-spiced latte? 
• Pumpkin scent candle or reed diffuser. 
• Cosy, fluffy socks! 
• Teddy fleece blanket for warming up on a cold night. 
• Apple chutney (perfectly paired with cheese!) 
• Rich bag of coffee or hot chocolate. 
• Delicious chocolates or sweets.
• Apple cider (Or some sparkling apple juice as a non-alcoholic alternative). 
• A new set of hats and gloves (featuring a nice autumn colour such as cream or burgundy). 

How Should You Decorate An Autumn Hamper?

The Basket

When it comes to Autumn gifts, you have free rein to get creative and bring in different décor elements to create the perfect gift. The basket itself is the best place to start; you’ll want something practical and stylish, something that can be reused by the recipient. The array of hampers we sell at Northern Willow are great examples. Our baskets can be utilised outside of giving treats and will be a great addition to your autumnal gift. 

Before placing your items in your hamper, fill the basket with some shredded paper to make your items pop (we love orange or red to keep with the autumn theme). Adding seasonal confetti to your paper base can be a nice addition, also. 

Arrangements

Arranging your items correctly can make or break your gift. It's best to stick to placing the tallest items at the back, such as your beverage bottles or blankets, and your smaller items near the front - your candles and socks!

Decorations And Enhancements

Once you’ve filled your basket with all your items, you can decorate your hamper with all things autumnal, such as leaves, dried flowers, and little pumpkins. Don’t forget a lovely orange bow! 

How Should You Wrap An Autumn Hamper? 

Once you’ve arranged your treats and basket, you might wonder how you’re going to present them. A cellophane wrapping, secured with a coloured ribbon, can elevate any hamper and add that element of luxury. This, along with adding some autumnal potpourri, will enhance your recipient's experience for all of their senses.

We love finishing our gift baskets by adding a gift tag and decorating them with autumnal decorations, such as a little pumpkin or pine cone. 

How Do You Make A Halloween Hamper? 

There are so many ways to make a Halloween hamper; get as creative as possible! A hamper is the perfect gift for someone hosting a party or someone who loves something spooky on their birthday. Some of our favourite things to include in a Halloween hamper are: 

• A scary movie (or an animated, less scary film for those not into horror). 

• Halloween-themed treats: sweets and chocolate. 

• Pumpkin carving kits

• Halloween scented candle or reed diffuser. 

• A spooky-related mug or glass. 

• For younger children, add a stuffed animal like a black cat. 

• Halloween-themed blanket. 

• Costume accessories like devil horns, fangs, cat ears or face paint. 

• Blood red wine to live out a vampire fantasy (Cherryade makes a great non-alcoholic alternative). 

Are you looking for more creative gift hamper ideas? Why not read our blog on ‘How to Make A Gift Basket’? Perfect for ideas for birthdays, Christmas and more! 

How Should You Decorate A Halloween Hamper? 

Halloween hampers can have many different themes to them, depending on the recipient and purpose. Find some examples below:

A Witch Themed Halloween Hamper

Feature pointy hats, spiders and cauldrons as decorations for the finished basket. Great for younger children to introduce them to the magic of Halloween!

A Ghost Themed Halloween Hamper

Include little ghosts (like these from Etsy), graves and skeletons to decorate your Halloween hamper. This one really gets you in the spooky mood!

Boo Baskets

Boo baskets are all the rage at the moment, offering a fun and mysterious way to spread some seasonal cheer as the weather gets colder. They are all about getting creative and personalising them with treats you know the receiver will love. 

Decorate your basket with black and orange decorations. Get as creative as you can with ribbons, black shredded paper, handmade notes, cobwebs and Halloween-themed tissue paper. You could even toss in some spooky spiders or ghosts for that final touch! 

Explore our full guide to curating the perfect Boo basket for your loved ones this Autumn.

Scary Movie Night Hamper

Theme this hamper around your favourite scary films and include snacks and decorations to match, such as character masks and merchandise!

Handmade Hamper Baskets With Northern Willow 

At Northern Willow, we offer a range of stylish and sustainable baskets and hampers perfect for any occasion or area of your home. Each of our baskets and hampers is made from the finest sustainable materials, an ideal gift for someone this autumn. 

From our traditional hampers, ideal for any occasion, to our handled baskets, perfect for carrying around sweets on Halloween night. We are sure to have the ultimate basket for your autumn hamper. If you need any help with your hamper, contact one of our team members today for support and advice. 

To find out more about seasonal hampers, along with how to care for your Northern Willow basket and much more, discover more of our blogs here!