Whether they're foodie or a home lover, we've got the hamper for them

<p>Beautiful Christmas hampers filled with treats and wrapped with a big bow are a lovely festive gift. </p><p>To make it more personal - and ensure everything in there is something your friend or loved one will absolutely love - why not put together your own hamper this year?</p><p>It's easier than you think. Simply pick a theme based on that person's interests, choose a pretty basket, a hamper or a festive box (<a href="http://direct.asda.com/george/home-garden/storage/D26M01G01C13,default,sc.html#http://direct.asda.com/george/home-garden/storage/D26M01G01C13,default,sc.html" target="_blank">George has a great range of storage options</a> which can then be re-used in the home) and get to work, like a busy little elf! </p><p>We've offered our own theme suggestions and gift ideas below to give you a little extra inspiration, along with some tips on how to wrap it all up ready for Christmas morning. </p><h2>For those who love to be pampered</h2><p><img alt="pampering" class="ci-image ci-original" src="https://ui3.assets-asda.com/dm/pampering_GL?scl=1"></p><p>Treat the VIP in your life with a gorgeous selection of <a href="http://direct.asda.com/george/women/hair-styling-beauty/D1M16G1C4,default,sc.html#http://direct.asda.com/george/women/hair-styling-beauty/D1M16G1C4,default,sc.html" target="_blank">styling tongs</a>, <a href="http://direct.asda.com/george/women/hair-styling-beauty/mmu-10-pcs-professional-brush-set-pink/004647674,default,pd.html?cgid=D18M14G1C1" target="_blank">make-up tools</a> or <a href="http://direct.asda.com/george/women/fragrance/david-beckham-intimate-30ml-edt-150ml-shower-gel/050049747,default,pd.html" target="_blank">grooming products</a>, <a href="http://direct.asda.com/george/home-garden/candles-holders/baylis-harding-wild-blackberry-apple-candle/001704503,default,pd.html?cmpid=ppc-_-george-_-ggle-pla-_-OD20BATH_KIDS_FURNISHINGS-_--_-dskwid-s92700013678575747_dc&gclid=CjwKEAiA1ITCBRDO-oLA-q_n8xYSJADjBQfGsbg1X-6FefiEZQ1-gfx2p8u8SE6fcr-3fGA9NmgTqBoCZZLw_wcB" target="_blank">candles</a> and <a href="http://direct.asda.com/george/christmas-shop/beauty/baylis-harding-skin-spa-aromatherapy-benefit-gift-set/004653456,default,pd.html?cgid=D18M25G1C2" target="_blank">home spa</a> gifts. </p><p>Arrange it all in this pretty <a href="http://direct.asda.com/george/home-garden/storage/george-home-willow-heart-basket/001473522,default,pd.html" target="_blank">George willow heart basket</a> and they'll also have the perfect place to store all their beauty goodies for the rest of the year. </p><h2>For the foodie</h2><p><img alt="storage-trunk" class="ci-image ci-original" src="https://ui3.assets-asda.com/dm/storage-trunk_GL?scl=1"></p><p> </p><p>If they're always booking up the latest must-visit pop-up restaurants and cooking up a storm in the kitchen, then fill <a href="http://direct.asda.com/George-Home-Vintage-Style-Storage-Trunk/001473501,default,pd.html?cmpid=ppc-_-george-_-ggle-pla-_-OD20BATH_KIDS_FURNISHINGS-_--_-dskwid-s92700013678575846_dc&gclid=CjwKEAiA1ITCBRDO-oLA-q_n8xYSJADjBQfGdW-SVBqM6wSrsfjkAWmlErweU7hosTB9dKU0qk_OLhoChw7w_wcB" target="_blank">this hamper-style storage trunk</a> with lots of treats, including <a href="https://groceries.asda.com/product/boxed-chocolates-gifts/asda-extra-special-belgian-chocolate-truffles/910002799567" target="_blank">chocolates</a>, homemade food gifts (check out all our ideas <a href="https://www.asda.com/good-living/article/homemade-christmas-gifts" target="_blank">here</a>), <a href="https://groceries.asda.com/product/cheese-selections/asda-extra-special-cheese-board/910001226583" target="_blank">special cheeses</a>, <a href="https://groceries.asda.com/product/hardback-book-chart/hardback-great-british-bake-off-at-home-by-linda-collister/910002661314" target="_blank">a celebrity cookbook</a> and <a href="https://groceries.asda.com/product/food-drink-gifts/jammie-dodgers-minis-gift-set/910002078037" target="_blank">biscuits</a> to nibble on. You could even pop in <a href="https://groceries.asda.com/product/food-drink-gifts/lavazza-barista-art-set/910002573321" target="_blank">a barista set</a> so they can even make their own coffee art!</p><h2>For the whole family</h2><p><img alt="family" class="ci-image ci-original" src="https://ui3.assets-asda.com/dm/family_GL?scl=1"></p><p>Instead of individual stockings, you could make up a fun hamper for the whole family to dive into on Christmas day! Use this nice <a href="http://direct.asda.com/George-Home-Stripe-Storage-Box/001482860,default,pd.html" target="_blank">striped storage box</a> and pop in a selection of <a href="https://groceries.asda.com/shelf/food-drink-gifts/chocolate-sweets-biscuits/1215667072445/1/so-false" target="_blank">chocolate goodies</a>, <a href="http://direct.asda.com/george/kids/puzzles-games/gogglebox-board-game/050061702,default,pd.html?cgid=D25M8G1C7" target="_blank">a board game</a> for after dinner, some <a href="https://groceries.asda.com/shelf/crackers/premium/1215667074277/1/so-false" target="_blank">fun festive crackers</a> to pull together and a <a href="https://groceries.asda.com/product/kids-dvds-blurays/dvd-the-bfg/910002843332" target="_blank">DVD</a> you can all watch when you've eaten your fill of turkey. </p><h2>For the young sports fan</h2><p><img alt="sports-fan" class="ci-image ci-original" src="https://ui3.assets-asda.com/dm/sports-fan_GL?scl=1"></p><p>Know someone who's always outdoor playing sports? Then, fill this football <a href="http://direct.asda.com/george/home-garden/kids-furniture/george-home-football-pop-up-storage-boxes/050064339,default,pd.html?cgid=D7M1G1C14" target="_blank">pop-up storage box</a> with all the gear they'll need for their favourite activities, from <a href="http://direct.asda.com/george/kids/sweatshirts-hoodies/2-pack-assorted-basketball-sweatshirts/GEM547496,default,pd.html" target="_blank">stylish sweatshirts</a>, to <a href="http://direct.asda.com/george/kids/accessories/umbro-ux-training-accuro-rucksack/GEM482094,default,pd.html" target="_blank">a new bag</a> to carry their kit in, to cool <a href="http://direct.asda.com/george/home-garden/kids-lighting/football-illumi-mate/002061741,default,pd.html?cgid=D55M2G1C12" target="_blank">sports-themed accessories</a>. Plus, you could always squeeze in <a href="http://direct.asda.com/george/kids/puzzles-games/wooden-tabletop-football/000709826,default,pd.html?cgid=D25M8G1C7" target="_blank">an indoor game</a> for the the colder months! </p><h2>For the home lover</h2><p><img alt="home-hamper" class="ci-image ci-original" src="https://ui3.assets-asda.com/dm/home-hamper_GL?scl=1"></p><p>If you know someone who just loves to shut the curtains of an evening and curl up on the sofa with their loved ones, then this Hygge-inspired hamper is for them. Use this <a href="http://direct.asda.com/george-home-rope-basket/001494928,default,pd.html?cgid=D26M01G01C13S03" target="_blank">white rope basket</a> (which doubles up as a great storage solution) and fill it with <a href="http://direct.asda.com/george/home-gardens/blankets-throws/D26M01G01C14,default,sc.html#http://direct.asda.com/george/home-gardens/blankets-throws/D26M01G01C14,default,sc.html" target="_blank">super-soft throws</a>, <a href="http://direct.asda.com/george/home-garden/cushions/D26M01G01C05,default,sc.html" target="_blank">cushions</a>, <a href="http://direct.asda.com/george/home-garden/candles-holders/home-inspiration-christmas-tree-oil-burner-set-golden-vanilla/001708472,default,pd.html" target="_blank">candles</a>, <a href="http://direct.asda.com/george/christmas-shop/room-decorations/george-home-battery-powered-musical-wooden-house-light/001842114,default,pd.html" target="_blank">ornaments</a> and <a href="http://direct.asda.com/George-Home-Birdcage-Lantern-Lamp/001786689,default,pd.html?cgid=D26M01G01C07S04" target="_blank">pretty lamps</a>, to soothe the soul. </p><h2>Putting your hamper together</h2><script async defer src="//assets.pinterest.com/js/pinit.js"></script><p><a data-pin-do="embedPin" data-pin-width="large" data-pin-terse="true" href="https://uk.pinterest.com/pin/458593174530867663/"></a></p><p>To get your hamper ready for gifting, you'll need shredded paper in a festive colour to match your gifts, along with scrap paper in the same colour, some cellophane wrap, <a href="https://groceries.asda.com/product/sticky-tapes-glues-tacks/sellotape-original-golden-tape/910000332380" target="_blank">sellotape</a> and <a href="https://groceries.asda.com/product/gift-wrap-accessories/asda-red-curling-ribbon/910002352733" target="_blank">ribbon</a>. </p><p>Then, simply scrunch up the scrap paper and squish it in the bottom of your hamper, then add shredded paper so it spills over the sides. </p><p>Next, place your gifts in the hamper, with the taller items at the back and the smaller ones at the front (you'll leave the lid off for presenting). </p><p>Then, cut the cellophane into large rectangles, place the hamper in the centre and pull the corners of the cellophane up to meet above the hamper, before securing with sellotape.</p><p>Finally, wrap a big festive bow around the sellotape and curl the ends. Then, simply it under the tree on Christmas morning for them to discover! </p><p><em>For more Christmas gift ideas, head to <a href="https://groceries.asda.com/dept/christmas/gifts-cards-wrap/1215667039566" target="_blank">Asda.com</a> or your <a href="http://storelocator.asda.com/#!/" target="_blank">local Asda store</a>. </em></p>

5 homemade hampers that will totally tap into their passion

By Asda Good Living,7th December 2016

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