The United States has five Mid-Atlantic states and the illustrious state of Pennsylvania has an interesting past, once serving as a central force among the original Thirteen Colonies. Its location and economic distribution earned it the nickname of the Keystone State at the time. With an industry that suited and blended with both the North and the South, Pennsylvania was known for producing wagons, rifles, fiber, and tobacco.
During colonial times, Pennsylvania was also known as the Quaker State, stemming from the early thread of government established by William Penn. Of course, how can you resist putting together a Quaker Oats gift basket to pay homage to the pillars of government the state followed in its early stages? Quaker produces a wide range of products that appeal to consumers, including breakfast cereals (Life and Cap n Crunch); breakfast foods (Quaker Oatmeal on the Go, grits and Aunt Jamima products); Quaker Snack Bars, Quaker Soy Crisps; and Rice-o-Roni.
Showcasing just over 50 miles of shoreline kissing Lake Erie and nearly 60 miles of shoreline along the Delaware Estuary, the state’s largest city (Philadelphia) offers a variety of major seaports and shipyards in the Delaware River. Marine-themed gift baskets can find a place in your business as you market them to family and friends of those looking for the perfect gift for a retiring seafarer.
When it comes to Pennsylvania’s economy today, you’ll find that tourists flocking to the state’s top attractions, landmarks, and cities provide a continuous influx of income. In Philadelphia, visitors head to Independence Hall, the Franklin Institute, the Philadelphia Museum of Art, and the infamous Liberty Bell. Gift basket decor can thrive with the Liberty Bell theme as there are plenty of keepsakes to create satisfying arrangements. Decorative trinkets, like silverware, the colonial bear, Philadelphia picture books, poor Richard’s almanacs, tin whistles, and of course, replica bells.
The Pennsylvania Poconos is a well-known place for honeymooners, so exciting gift baskets filled with chocolates, wine glasses, champagne, decorative bubble bath, roses, and bath pearls are a great idea for a romantic evening. in the city. The area also opens up to golfers and fishermen, where activity-themed sneakers are sure to catch the eye of nature-visiting men and women. As you venture into the Delaware Water Gap, the area flourishes with boaters, hikers, and nature lovers. Snack and picnic baskets designed for outdoor activities may include trail mixes, nuts, dried fruit, juices, pretzels, cheese and crackers, jams and jellies, and in some cases, tourist binoculars, first aid kits for the more adventurous, bird call manuals, and flower/plant/tree identification booklets.
Pennsylvania also serves as the home of the first zoo established within the United States (the Philadelphia Zoo). The state also offers access to the Erie Zoo, the Pittsburgh Zoo and Claws ‘n Paws. Stuffed animals, Beanie babies, animal-shaped snacks, animal crackers, and stationery decorated with popular zoo denizens will make attractive gift baskets for animal lovers and kids alike.
Museums are quite popular in the Pennsylvania area. A great site to build a unique gift basket includes the Houdini Museum, which focuses on the world-renowned magician. Tricks, cards, hallucinations of metal and other magical trinkets and materials create the perfect platform for endless creative display. Do you need more ideas? The estate is filled with exclusive features, allowing for the following gift basket ideas:
* Assorted pretzel and chip baskets featuring flavored items from area companies, Sturgis Pretzel House, Herr Foods, Wise Snack Foods and Snyder’s of Hanover.
* Cartoon character, Marmaduke and other children’s gift baskets with dogs, paying homage to the state dog, the Great Dane.
* Chocolate chip cookie gift baskets in honor of the state cookie.