The holiday season is a time for generosity, however, this does not necessitate extravagant spending on gifts. Take Christmas hampers, an example; they can be priced up to £200 at Fortnum & Mason, and even a £50 hamper at M&S can strain one’s budget. Nonetheless, have you ever contemplated crafting your own Christmas hampers?
An astute shopper took on the challenge of creating DIY Christmas hampers using just £20 worth of supermarket food and drink. The result? A hefty saving of up to £175 compared to the more luxurious offerings.
They commenced by acquiring a £5 basket from Dunelm and then combed through various supermarkets to fill it with £20 or less worth of goodies. Each hamper was meticulously curated and consisted of a range of festive treats. Here’s a breakdown of what went into each DIY hamper:
Tesco
For £19.80, the Tesco hamper encompassed Bella Cucina Prosecco, Iced Rich Fruit Cake, Extremely Chocolatey Biscuit Selection, Merry Mince Pie Fudge, Parmesan & Garlic Twists, and a basket. The addition of prosecco lent an air of sophistication to the hamper, rendering it an impressive sight. Despite being relatively more expensive compared to other supermarkets, the fudge and biscuits were rich and scrumptious.
Lidl
Valued at £20.10, the Lidl hamper featured Prosecco Valdobbiadene Superiore, All Butter Mince Pies, Mini Panettone Chocolate Chip, Milk Chocolate Santa, Spiced Biscuits, All Butter Mini Stollen, and a basket. The standout item was the Prosecco, which contributed to making it the fullest hamper with an array of delectable and festive treats.
M&S
The M&S hamper, priced at £20, included Mini Marks & Sparkle, Luxury Gold Light Up Tea Bag House, Caramelised Red Onion Chutney, Chocolate Spencer Bear, and a basket. Although M&S is renowned for its high-quality offerings, the hamper was less lavish in comparison to other supermarkets. Nevertheless, the gifts were delightful and well-received by recipients.
Asda
For £20.50, the Asda hamper contained Brown Butter & Spiced Dark Rum Shortbread, Frangipane and Amaretto Mince Pies, Italian Olive Oil Crostini, Mini Pandoro, Mulled Wine, Cherry Amaretto Jam, and a basket. The hamper provided a diverse range of gifts for the value, with many of the Christmas products proving to be delicious and special.
Sainsbury’s
Priced at £19.85, the Sainsbury’s hamper included Sticky Toffee Pudding Fudge, Spiced Blood Orange Passionfruit & Berry Fizz, Parmesan & Garlic Twists, Christmas Chutney, Mixed Florentines Selection, and a basket. All the items were impeccably packaged and made charming gifts, and the delectable fizz added a touch of refinement.
Aldi
The Aldi hamper amounted to £19.27 and featured Kooliburra Merlot, Milk Chocolate Orange & Honeycomb Crunch Slab, Chocolate Panettone, Cheeseboard Cracker Selection, All Butter Mini Mince Pies, Hotel Collection No.3 Pomegranate Luxury Hand and Body Wash, Dairyfine Milk Chocolate Coins, and a basket. Impressively, the basket was brimming with a variety of festive treats, including beauty and fragrance gifts.
Morrisons
For £19.85, the Morrisons hamper comprised of Deep Filled Mince Pies, Gruyere and Poppy Twists, All Butter Scotch Shortbread, Winter Warmer Mulled Wine, All Butter Fudge, and a basket. Despite containing fewer products, the hamper presented as impressive with good-quality items, with the fudge being particularly delightful.
Creating your own Christmas hampers provides a delightful and economically practical approach to bestowing thoughtful gifts during the festive season. Whether it’s a bottle of fizz, delectable treats, or festive snacks, there are numerous options for crafting a beautiful and budget-friendly hamper for your loved ones.
Hence, the next time you’re contemplating splurging on an expensive Christmas hamper, consider fashioning your own and saving some money whilst spreading holiday joy.
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