Sat, June 6, 2026 at 3:30 PM UTC Sundry Photography · iStock.com You don't have to spend hundreds of dollars to create a thoughtful gift basket. With around $25 and a quick stop at Trader Joe's, you can put together a cute mix of snacks, drinks and little summer-themed treats that look way more expensive than they are. Here are five items you can add to a summer gift basket for $25 plus the change in your couch cushions.