What to put in a Sympathy Gift Basket for your Loved Ones

What to put in a Sympathy Gift Basket for your Loved Ones

2024 Sep 11th

Trying to find the perfect gift to send someone to let them know you are thinking of them during a difficult time can be hard. Selecting appropriate and beautiful sympathy gift baskets requires empathy and discretion. Express your heartfelt condolences with these thoughtful same day delivery sympathy gift idea options, to include in a sympathy gift basket.

What to include in a Sympathy Gift Basket

Creating a sympathy gift basket requires thoughtfulness and consideration for the recipient during their time of loss. Include items that offer comfort and support, such as a heartfelt condolence card expressing your sympathy and support. A soothing candle or essential oils can provide a calming atmosphere. Include comforting treats like herbal teas, gourmet chocolates, or homemade baked goods to offer a moment of solace. A soft blanket or cozy shawl can provide physical comfort during moments of grief. Adding a journal or a book on coping with loss can offer therapeutic support for the grieving individual. Lastly, including a plant or flower arrangement can symbolize hope and renewal amidst sorrow, providing a lasting reminder of your care and support.

Candles: Add in our Empress & Co. scented candle to create a comforting memory and warm atmosphere. Our scented candles have been meticulously curated using scents such as Silver Mohair, and Orange Flower & Ylang. Long-lasting and mood-lifting, these smells will warm your heart and make a beautiful addition to any sympathy gift. If you're looking for a handcrafted ready-made gift option that includes the Empress & Co. candle – Simply the Best, Me Time, & Keeping it Cozy are a few of our favourites.

Faux Flowers: Sympathy gifts are a thoughtful gesture that go a long way when someone you know is grieving. In difficult times, a long lasting floral arrangement can bring comfort and be a kind reminder of your support. Gift our white lilies or orchids and other simple but elegant flowers that will bring comfort and beauty in a difficult time.

Treats for comfort: Send a loved one some sweet treats to get through a trying time. 

Send a box of our decadent Heavenly Bites – an assortment of milk and dark chocolates, sure to satisfy your cravings and perfect for sharing. Add our delicious Mimi and Liloo Tea to sip on and relax after a long day. You can view our gourmet collection including sweet and comforting treats.

Just Tea & Me: Elevate relaxation and warmth with our delightful "Just Tea & Me" gift box. 

Just Tea & Me sympathy gift box

Champlain S: Discover the charm of our Champlain S Gift Basket, a sensational mix of premium goodies crafted to delight everyone! A great sympathy gift idea full of sweet and salty treats.

Champlain S gift basket

Forest Hill: Enjoy the ultimate grief gift basket that exudes elegance and makes a great sympathy gift basket. This gift is nestled in a handwoven rattan basket and features a wonderful selection of handpicked items, including the finest brie cheese, maple-glazed smoked salmon, and delectable chocolates.

Forest Hill sympathy gift

Sympathy Gifts for Women

Amelia: With a collection of blush Heritage roses, large hydrangeas and stunning Stargazer lilies in different stages of bloom, this sympathy gift idea is an excellent way to show your sympathies to a loved one.

Sympathy Faux Flowers

Jacinda: With a beautiful array of Casablanca Lilies in a stunning Fish Bowl Vase, this arrangement looks like it was freshly picked from a garden. This bereavement present is a nice sympathy gift to show someone you care and you are thinking of them.

Sympathy Faux Flowers

Sympathy Gifts for Men

University: Uniquely presented in a hand woven rattan basket, the University includes exclusive sweet and savory treats like all-butter shortbread cookies, delicious chocolate truffles and more. A great sympathy gift basket for sharing. 

University gift basket

Tribeca: This condolences gift basket has something for everyone. Indulge in mouthwatering treats like Mary Macleod’s Shortbread, Dabble & Drizzle Truffles, Fraktal’s Buttercrunch and so much more! A great food gift for sympathy for a big family.

Tribeca gift bakset

If you’re looking for Sympathy gift ideas, gift baskets and gift boxes are always an thoughtful choice. Choose gifts that will let them know you are thinking of them. You’ll find Funeral gifts like faux flower arrangements, gourmet food gifts, self-care gifts that are the perfect gift to express your sentiments and well wishes. We are your top source for impressive gifts, sympathy gifts delivery, condolences presents or grief gifts. A Sympathy gift from Baskits is sure to have your loved ones feel supported.