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Ten On Tuesday

December 13, 2011 By Carole

It’s the time of year when everyone is having or hosting a party, it seems. We’ve got two to attend on Saturday and I’m trying to be prepared and that got me to thinking about having something to bring to the hostess. This is all just a lead in to today’s topic, 10 Hostess Gift Ideas.

  1. Wine. You can’t go wrong with the standard. Put it in a pretty bag and you are good to go.
  2. Champagne. Everyone loves champagne this time of year and, just like the wine, bag it and you’re done.
  3. Candy. We have a candy store in town that makes fabulous hand dipped chocolates and a box from there is always appreciated.
  4. Cookies. If you’re going in this direction I really think they should be home made cookies. You are probably making them anyway so just set some aside for your hostess.
  5. Hand lotion. You know those OPI AvoJuice that come in all the yummy flavors? Bring one of those.
  6. Home made vanilla. See this post.
  7. Mixes in a jar. I’ve made them myself and they are great. Put a jar of homemade cocoa mix in a basket with a couple of mugs and some peppermint sticks for stirrers and you’ve got a wonderful hostess gift.
  8. Potted herbs. You can buy a pot of basil right in the grocery store. It smells great and it’s useful, too.
  9. Kitchen towels. I always see the pretty seasonal ones but I’d never buy them for myself. It would be great if someone brought me a set of those.
  10. Fresh flowers. It may be a little overdone but I think fresh flowers are always welcome!
I think this list will come in very handy!



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  1. mary says

    December 13, 2011 at 7:14 am

    yes, I’d love any of those! (I’d add a nice-smelling candle and fun cocktail napkins to the list…those are two I love to get – and give)

  2. jill says

    December 13, 2011 at 7:53 am

    You’ve got my go-to hostess gift on the list: dishtowels. Everybody needs them and there are so many lovely ones out that really spruce up a kitchen. When traveling, I bring Idaho specific gifts – Idaho beer, wine, chocolate, and Camille Beckman handcream. Beautiful holiday shot too, Carole. Christmas card worthy, indeed.

  3. Robby says

    December 13, 2011 at 8:46 am

    My go-to hostess gift when we are house guests or dinner guests (unless it involves a plane) is either unbaked homemade cinnamon rolls or scones. Either can make an effortless delicious breakfast for the ‘morning after’ or be frozen for later. If we’re house guests, I often include coffee and/or tea with the goodies.

  4. margene says

    December 13, 2011 at 8:47 am

    Great list! Maybe I need to have a party as I’d love to receive several things on your list!

  5. Barbara-Kay says

    December 13, 2011 at 9:28 am

    If you know someone that is lactose intolerant, Russian Tea mix is a good substitute for cocoa. Some call it spiced tea: the recipe typically contains instant tea and Tang, along with spices.

  6. Beth says

    December 13, 2011 at 9:47 am

    Great list, Carole. I love that special candy idea.

  7. Beverly says

    December 13, 2011 at 11:11 am

    I’m inviting you to my next party! Great list!

  8. Jo says

    December 13, 2011 at 11:31 am

    Wish you lived closer–I’d definitely invite you my party for my knitting friends tonight. hugs, Jo

  9. meg says

    December 13, 2011 at 12:10 pm

    Love your list – all of your items would be welcome in my house!

  10. Chantelle says

    December 13, 2011 at 12:30 pm

    Great subject as usual… now you need a list of hostess gifts for knitters!

  11. Patty says

    December 13, 2011 at 12:33 pm

    Great list! Love the towel idea!

  12. Hillary says

    December 14, 2011 at 12:59 pm

    Great list as always. I’d welcome any of those and I’ll likely be gifting a few as well.

  13. Lifesastitch says

    December 14, 2011 at 10:11 pm

    A pound of good coffee for those inclined has worked well for me. I’ll be using this list for the rest.

  14. Leslie says

    December 15, 2011 at 8:59 am

    Excellent ideas! I love new kitchen towels too!

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