I discovered The Original Basket Boutique through complete serendipity. In the early months of 2007 I was flipping through the Entrepreneur magazine looking at businesses. I had this idea that I wanted to do something to promote Nashville and the Music City Brand. I wasn’t exactly sure how I could do that, but I knew I needed to do it part time and within a company that could respect the responsibilities of family.
As luck or maybe fate would have it I spent the summers of 2005 and 2006 giving ghost tours and in doing so met amazing people from all over the country and the world, most of whom would ask me after the tour where they could find some local treats to take home. A few nights of research and I had a list of not only candy, but nut mixes, sauces, cakes and just about anything you could want made if not in Nashville right here in Tennessee that I could share with my guests.
So back to the winter of 2007 when I’m researching business ideas and found OBB ranked at #494 in the Franchise 500 Rank. It was in my price range and really peaked my interest… but it wasn’t two days and my good friend Sarah Beth was calling me to tell me about a great business opportunity her friend in Florida was thriving with… OBB!
So here we are 3 years later! I’m promoting TN products and the art of giving with custom gift baskets and The Original Basket Boutique is ranked #369 in the Franchise 500 Rank!!!
Tami Ross
Gift & Appreciation Marketing Specialist with OBB Nashville
Be Original! Give Original!
Are you interested in owning a business that promotes appreciation? Please contact me for information.
I love celebrating my birthday in the spring… everything is about to bloom and it’s warm enough to put a log in the outdoor fire pit and have a little get together outside!
Thinking about it is enough to make me feel sad for all the people celebrating their birthday in the winter! Great gift ideas for winter birthdays are comfort items… throws, candles, teas and hot chocolate… and those warm cozy socks. Makes me want to curl up on the couch during those long nights with a good book or movie.
A fun themed gift could be a car kit. Complete with an ice scraper, a pair of warm gloves and a snack to eat while waiting for the car to warm up!
Kids might enjoy one of those rolled up crazy carpets. With a cellophane wrap you can hide a few treats and indoor games inside the roll and tie the ends with curly ribbon and make a big tooties roll out of it.
Thoughtful gifts are always original because the receiver can feel the time spent in picking out the perfect thing!
Parking can run you $16 a day so you may want to head out with a car load of fans or check into the shuttles that run from downtown.
Of course the whole idea has me thinking up vampire gift basket ideas complete with the books series or the first movie… decorated with a few pieces of garlic and maybe a cross. How perfect would a chocolate cross wrapped in silver foil be???
With Christmas behind us (can you believe it?) we’re looking forward to watching the ball drop in New York City and usher in an era of courage…
As we looking forward to the New Year’s Eve parties coming up this week. The “What can I bring?” isn’t always answered with something specific but it’s always nice to arrive with a little something. A bottle of wine or champagne can work, as can flowers, candles or a game…
Wine is a big hit with my friends. We usually bring a bottle for the party and a bottle for the hostess. Dinner parties can be a little tricky as wine changes it’s taste based on the foods it is paired with. A fun gift is to pair a bottle of wine with a great cheese and give them both. It could work with the party or as a little snack in the days to come.
I love winter flowers… the bright colors seem to offset the dreary winter weather. It’s good to pick flowers already in a container so the hostess doesn’t have to worry about that during the party.
Candles wrapped in a little cellophane and tied with ribbon can be a nice thank you gift. I like to include a little match book or lighter… again so there is no hunting anything down to use the gift. It’s like getting an electronic gift that comes with batteries!
Games! Yes… some people have great traditions of game playing. Games are great for the night and can be used long after the event. My new favorite is all the city versions of Monopoly… anyone can play and enjoy a featured city.
If you have any favorite hostess gift ideas you’d like to share please post them in the comments section.
Every year the Ross Family heads down to Franklin to take in the Dicken’s of a Christmas two day event. I’m such a HUGE fan of The Christmas Carol and this event seems to kick off the holidays in earnest for me.
Why use OBB?
We save you time, money and get your name in front of your customer one more time! We will never compromise on quality or variety and you’ll always be the first to know what’s new. If your gift needs to go across town or across the continent, you’re covered.
What sets us apart?
We pride ourselves on being “original” – we find unique gifts and gourmet treats customized to your business that can be presented professionally with your company logo on the bow ribbon.
Why send gifts or gift baskets?
Cultivating relationships is a key component to building a successful business. At The Original Basket Boutique we can think of 365 reasons to give. From thank you gifts to special occasions, holidays to new baby, get-well and bereavement we can help with gift selection and delivery.
Community Involvement
Tami Ross, Owner of The Original Basket Boutique Nashville receives the 2009 Spirit of the Chamber BELONG Award.
Tami Ross and Ron Samuels
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Tami Ross and Ron Samuels