How to Make Playful Ring Pop Gift Bags and Baskets for Every Occasion

Making Fun and Festive Ring Pop Gift Baskets

Ring pops make for a fun, whimsical gift for any occasion. These nostalgic candy jewelry pieces evoke childlike wonder and make people instantly smile. Putting together creative ring pop gift bags is an enjoyable craft that results in presents family and friends will adore.

Gather Your Materials

Making delightful ring pop gift bags starts with gathering some basic craft materials and supplies:

• Ring pops in a variety of flavors and colors
• Cellophane bags, treat bags, or small gift bags
• Tissue paper or crinkle cut shred in coordinating colors
• ribbons, raffia, or curling ribbon
• Glue, tape, stickers, or other embellishments
• Scissors
• Gift tags

The rest is unleashing your creativity and personality!

Start With the Bag Itself

First, select a bag or cellophane wrapper to hold your ring pops. A see-through bag lets the recipient instantly see the playful contents inside. But you could also go for mystery by using tissue paper to hide the treats at first glance.

If using a paper gift sack or small gift bag, punch two holes toward the top. Run colorful ribbon through the holes and tie with a bow to secure. Curling ribbon, raffia, and burlap are other options that contribute a handmade look.

Fill with Festive Shred and Ring Pops

Next, sprinkle shredded paper filler or tissue confetti inside each bag. This hides the bottom of the bag and provides a nesting ground for the ring pops. Opt for shred in the color theme of your gift – red and pink for Valentine’s Day, pastels for Easter, red and green for Christmas, etc.

Arrange 3-6 ring pops inside each gift bag, choosing an assortment of flavors like cherry, grape, watermelon, blue raspberry, and more. Go for all one flavor or a mixture. Ensure the pops' plastic jewel “stones” face upright to dazzle the recipient.

Embellish the Bags

Now for the fun part – take your ring pop gift bags up a creative notch with embellishments:

• Stickers and tags: Choose stickers that coordinate with your color theme. Heart and lip stickers are ideal for Valentine’s presents. Flower, basket, and egg stickers suit springtime bags.
• Ribbons and bows: Tie additional ribbons around the tops of the bags. Wire-edged and organdy ribbon provide maximum pop. Mini bows can be hot glued on too.
• Flowers, greenery, doilies: Glue fabric flowers, wisps of raffia, sprigs of greenery like ferns or eucalyptus, or paper doilies to the front for texture.
• Garlands and tiny clothes pins: Wrap beaded garland around and secure with mini clothespins. Or hang single garlands from the bow’s knot or ribbon ends.

There are infinite ways to customize your ring pop gift bags to match the occasion. And recipients will be wowed when they peek inside and spy the sparkly ring pop treats!

Ring Pop Gift Baskets – Sweet, Nostalgic Gifts Kids Love

Along with gift bags, crafting festive ring pop gift baskets makes for merry homemade presents children absolutely adore. These candy-filled baskets double the fun with sweet treats and a cool container kids reuse in creative ways.

Start with a Base Basket

First, select a small basket, colander, bucket, or colorful container to hold the goodies. For a cohesive look, opt for one that matches your gift wrapping theme. A red or pink basket suits Valentine’s Day treats. Pastel baskets coordinate with Easter candy gifts. Metal buckets work for any festive occasion.

Line with Tissue or Shred

Next, stuff filler material in the bottom of your container to create a soft base. Recycle wrapping paper scraps, tissue paper, crinkle shred, Easter grass, or curled ribbon to line it elegantly. Not only does this provide cushioning, but it hides the bottom of the basket so treats rise to the top beautifully when recipients peer inside.

Arrange Ring Pops Artfully

Now creatively arrange an abundance of ring pops in the basket. Go for a single flavor or mix it up. When gifted for a child’s birthday party, match the pops to their favorite color theme. Intermix with other classic candies like rock candy swirls, gumballs, or candy necklaces to round it out.

Angle the pops attractively facing all different directions so the plastic gemstones dazzle. Top with curly ribbon or Easter grass for the final flourish.

Embellish with Ribbons and Tags

No gift basket is complete without a giant bow! Choose a wide, wired-edge ribbon that matches your color scheme. Starting at the handle, crisscross it over the contents working around the basket and finish with a stunning bow.

For a personalized touch, hot glue a gift tag scrolled with the child’s name right onto the bow’s knot. Now deliver your dazzling ring pop gift basket and watch little faces light up with ear-to-ear smiles!

Creative Ways to Gift Ring Pops

Beyond bags and baskets, there are limitless creative ways to gift festive ring pops. Here are more ideas for fabulously gifting these nostalgic candy rings:

Bouquet of Ring Pops

Make a stunning “bouquet” of ring pops by wiring stems together and wrapping the base in floral tape or ribbon. Pop these in a vase or upright in a basket surrounded by shred, grass, or tissue paper. So cute!

Ring Pop Party Favors

Ring pops make ideal party favors for kids’ birthdays and celebrations. Fill colorful pouches, boxes, or bags with an assortment of ring pops to give out at the end. Kids will be thrilled with “jewelry” they can eat!

Ring Pop Centerpieces

For a dazzling candy buffet presentation, group rainbow towers of ring pops in clear vases or containers. Surround with shred in coordinating colors for sweet centerpieces kids and adults love.

Ring Pop Place Card Holders

Designate seats at a party table with personalized place cards naming each guest. Punch a hole in the top corner and slide onto ring pop “stems” grouped artistically in vases or glasses down the table.

However you choose to creatively gift them, fun ring pop gift surprises put smiles on people’s faces. Craft bags, baskets, bouquets and more for presents family and friends will relish.

FAQs

What candies can I mix with ring pops in a gift basket?

Great candies to mix with ring pops in baskets include gumballs, rock candy swirls, candy necklaces, lollipops, jelly beans, wrapped chocolates, Sixlets, or any other fun small treats.

How many ring pops should I include in one gift bag or basket?

A good rule of thumb is 3-6 ring pops per gift bag or basket. Include enough for whoever you are gifting to share and enjoy several flavors.

Can I give ring pop gifts for occasions besides Valentine's Day?

Absolutely! Ring pops make fantastic gifts year-round for birthdays, get well presents, Easter baskets, back-to-school treats, and any celebration.

What are some creative ways to present ring pop gifts?

Ring pops gifts dazzle presented in vases as “bouquets”, set in containers as centerpieces, skewered into various foods, wired onto place card holders, and incorporated into candy buffets.