Gifts for the Host or Hostess
Holiday parties are always fun and bringing a gift to your host or hostess is a great way to show your appreciation.
Remember when picking out a gift, it need not be expensive, just a thoughtful gift to show your appreciation for a fun party. One hint I'd like to give is that you should always include a card with your name when you give a gift. There have been so many times that I sit after a party trying to remember who gave me a certain gift. When everyone comes in at once it can be very confusing..so be thoughtful and include a card.
In this lens I will feature ten of my favorite hostess gifts to give or receive.
Happy Holiday Party Time
Remember when picking out a gift, it need not be expensive, just a thoughtful gift to show your appreciation for a fun party. One hint I'd like to give is that you should always include a card with your name when you give a gift. There have been so many times that I sit after a party trying to remember who gave me a certain gift. When everyone comes in at once it can be very confusing..so be thoughtful and include a card.
In this lens I will feature ten of my favorite hostess gifts to give or receive.
Happy Holiday Party Time
Christmas Kitchen Towels
great hostess gift
I love displaying holiday kitchen towels. These cute little towels make a nice gift for your host or hostess. Just wrap them in a cheerful gift bag and be sure to insert a card with your name.
DII Christmas Tree Embroidered Kitchen Towel, Same Design, Set of 2
Amazon Price: (as of 05/30/2012)
Candles make Great Gifts
host and hostess gifts
You never have enough candles and a nice Christmas candle is always great for a host/hostess gift.
Yankee Candle Large 22-Ounce Jar Candle, Christmas Wreath
Amazon Price: $23.99 (as of 05/30/2012)
Chocolate is a Good Gift
candy host/hostess gift
Candy is always a thoughtful gift and who can resist this wonderful chocolate.
Ghirardelli Chocolate Squares, Assortment, 4.85-Ounce Tree Gift Boxes (Pack of 4)
Amazon Price: (as of 05/30/2012)
Wine Bottle Opener
thoughtful hostess gift
Wine and wine accessories are always a good idea for a host/hostess gift.
Oster 4207 Electric Wine-Bottle Opener
Amazon Price: $14.95 (as of 05/30/2012)
Christmas Angel Ornament
great hostess gift
I always like receiving new ornaments over the holidays. This pretty angel would make a good hostess gift.
Sterling Silver Christmas Angel Winged Ornament Pendant
Amazon Price: $19.99 (as of 05/30/2012)
Holiday Candy Dish
a thoughtful gift for the hostess
A candy or nut dish would make a nice gift for your hostess. It seems I never have enough little dishes to sit around and would welcome receiving one like this for a hostess gift.
Lenox Holiday Angel Candy Dish
Amazon Price: $4.75 (as of 05/30/2012)
Hostess Gift Hint
Be sure to include a card with your name.
Dish Towel and Potholder for the Holidays
gifts for the hostess
This set would make a nice hostess gift.
DII Holiday Hostess Print Ribbon Pocket Potholder and Ribbon Dish Towel Set
Amazon Price: (as of 05/30/2012)
Christmas Tree Coasters
great hostess gift
Wouldn't you just love receiving these handy holiday coasters.
Spode Christmas Tree Hardback Coasters, Set of 6
Amazon Price: $12.99 (as of 05/30/2012)
Wine Charms for the Hostess
thoughtful hostess gifts
These wine charms would come in handy for any host/hostess.
Grapevine Collection that wine is mine! Wine Glass Charms 1409
Amazon Price: $13.90 (as of 05/30/2012)
Chocolate Covered Cashews
a delightful hostess gift
This tin of chocolate covered cashews is sure to delight your host/hostess.
Milk Chocolate Covered Cashews Gift Tin
Amazon Price: $26.90 (as of 05/30/2012)
What people are saying on Twitter about best hostess gifts
What is your favorite hostess gift?
Happy holidays!
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LTPParents
Sep 20, 2011 @ 6:33 pm | delete
- These are great! I think I'm going to pick up a few of those wine bottle openers because I love having gifts on hand just in case!
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SydneyH
Dec 16, 2010 @ 8:46 pm | delete
- Great ideas for hostess gifts that are different than my usual potted plant. I like the idea of a wine charms.
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Sylvestermouse
Dec 4, 2010 @ 8:20 am | delete
- Excellent suggestions for gifts for the hostess!
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Nenkai
Nov 22, 2010 @ 6:29 pm | delete
- I've had them all in the past, and I think my favorites were the wine charms. You certainly found some cute ones to offer here. I like a home-made jam too!
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poutine
Nov 20, 2010 @ 2:49 pm | delete
- I love chocolate covered almonds.
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pmolinero
Nov 20, 2010 @ 2:19 am | delete
- A beautiful selection of hostess gifts. I am all for the chocolate covered cashews now.
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GabrielaFargasch
Nov 19, 2010 @ 4:05 pm | delete
- Great ideas! I love parties too! I like bringing flowers or another small cute plant.
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jptanabe
Nov 19, 2010 @ 3:29 pm | delete
- Well of course I'd like to receive chocolate! But that candle would be lovely too.
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vallain Nov 19, 2010 @ 3:00 pm | delete
- I loved all the hostess gifts. Maybe I could have one of each. Very tasteful selection.
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I love parties and entertaining. The holidays are a wonderful time to have a party.
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