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8/9/2019 JobAidFinal_garcia

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Hello and

Welcome!

My name is Yvonneand I will be hostingthis online job aid.


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In this job aid I wantto take you throughthe process of

building one, step bystep.

In a previous presentation Idiscussed one of my hobbies

which is designing and sellinggift baskets.


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While you may or maynot have an interest inthis particular activity,its just one example

of how to stimulateyour creativity andbuild confidence to tryother things.


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Or, if you are thinking

about starting aninternet or homebased business youmight be interested inlearning the nuts andbolts of the giftbasket industry.


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Baskets Styles and options

Contents Options and suggestions

Filler What is filler? What is available?Where to buy it?

Wrap Where to purchase and how touse it.

Bows the lost art and step by stepinstructions on how to create one.

What We Plan to Cover


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Question - why bother withsuch a project when there arecheaper versions available forpurchase?

You be the judge. Compareand contrast products.


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Poor qualitycontents (ball is

already deflated)

Cheap fillercandy

Single use basket(fraying at severalpoints.)

Lacking in styleor visual appeal.

The price tag for thisitem is $25.00.

Commercial product


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More visuallyappealing thansimilar retailproduct.

Minimal candyopting instead forhealthy snacks.

Basket is reusable andof sturdy quality..

The price tag for this item

is under $20.

Contents arecollected for aspecific child,event, or occasion.

Alternate version


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There are many places topurchase materials depending on

the theme you select. The largecraft stores like Hobby Lobbyhave good sales and clearanceitems.

Start collecting but first

identify a location where youcan store your materials forcurrent and future use..

Regarding Materials Selection


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Probably themost celebrated

gift basket isthe traditionalEaster Basket sofor today, lets

focus on thatstyle.

Even if you dontcelebrate Easter,

celebrate thecoming of spring!

Deemphasizecandy andsweets in favorof crafts orsmall toys.


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Ready? Lets gofor it!

Get ready tocustomize!

Start with aplain basket


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There are many basketstyles to choose from

For mailing, select aflat square basket.

The effect of thebasket is generallyenhanced by taking

the eye up (handle).


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Did you know?Wicker is easy to spray paint.

There are many paint colors to choosefrom.

Spray paint dries quickly and can beeasily touched up.


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Always paint in a wellventilated area.

Use newspaper to protectyour staging area.

Spray lightly, allow timeto air dry.

Repeat.

Dont concentrate spray inone area.

Allow adequate dry timebefore handling.

Paint Tips!


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For best results take your time

and dont inhale the fumes.


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For a unique andshiny look, sprinkle

a bit of glitterwhile the paint isslightly wet.


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Transform anybasket quickly

and easily


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Cellophane filler is moreexpensive but itsbeautiful. Save the goodstuff for adult baskets.

Buy wholesale andget thebest deals..

There many varieties and colors tochoose from.

Whats Filler?


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Establish a base or foundation.

Consider a container that you can fill.Reusable items are a bonus gift plus

theyre good for the environment.


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Begin by placing a tall item in the middle of thebasket.Anchor the item so that it does not fall over

A bottle of wine, imported beer,bottled water or juice workswell..


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Content ideas!

Fill small containers with snacks like raisins,candies, fruit rollups or even change.

The tinchocolatecoins are

very

popular andfun toreceive.


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Dont be intimidated by lack of imagination! Includeitems that make kids THINK like Legos, smallpuzzles, card games, etc. Fresh fruit and healthy

snacks are great too.


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Gift basket experts agree that agift basket should appear stuffedbecause clients want to believe

that they are receiving top VALUEfor their $$$.


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Fill your cellophanebags with Girl Scoutcookies, yogurtcovered pretzels,chocolate coveredraisins, or evenjacks and a small

rubber ball.


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Shrink Wrap How To


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Purchase pre-madecellophane bags.

Basket wholesalersoften carry this item.

The cellophane serves severalfunctions:It holds the basket contentsin place

Reflects light and heightensthe allusion of shiny andelegant.


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Gently gather the cellophane atthe top and secure with both

hands.


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Secure the top witha piece of ribbon

and gently knot.


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Spectacular Bows and Ribbons

Whats a headdress and why is it important?

Experts identify the headdress, or ribbon, as

an important selling feature.

It sets the tone elegant, childish, orromantic depending on the occasion or event.

So, about the ribbon..


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Use wire ribbon - this is an example


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After windingthe ribbon for

6-7 rotationsflatten thecircle and snipall 4 sides.


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This technique isquite easy to do.The wire in theribbon gives it bodyto work with.


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Join the snippedsides together andflatten in themiddle with yourfinger.


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Use a piece of ribbon to hold the bow in

place.


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Every bow is sizeis unique in size,shape, and color.


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As a matter of fact, mymother and my auntgraduated from BowSchool back in the day

(they are 72 and 78respectively.) Really!

Apparently this was a skill

that accomplished youngladies needed to have.


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I hope you take away something of value. Icertainly enjoyed making this presentation.

Imagination and thoughtfulness is key in

any project one undertakes. Its whatseparates the okayfrom the truly unique.

Good luck in whatever you aspire to do.Just do it well.


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Thanks from the cast of Toonups

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