The Hostess With The Mostest: Holiday Hostess Gifts

| Posted: 14 Nov, 2012 by Rene

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• Eli’s Frango Mint Cheesecake

  

  Ever sampled a chocolatey, peppermint-y Frango Mint? You got addicted, didn’t you? Well, now those melty delights have been transformed into cheesecake perfect for bringing to holiday dinner parties as a dessert-slash-hostess gift. Don’t be surprised, though, if you have to fight the other guests for the last crumbs on the plate.

  $55 at Macy's | Buy

  

  | Posted 03 Jan, 2013 by Janet

• Christmas Hat and Sweater Bottle Topper

  

  Top that bottle of bubbly you’re gifting to your hairstylist with this sweet red-and-white Nordic patterned sweater & stocking cap, and you’ll instantly make that $10 bottle seem more like a $25 one. Devious? Maybe, but with so many people to give gifts to this year, you’ve got to make that budget stretch somehow.

  $5 at Cost Plus World Market | Buy

  

  | Posted 03 Jan, 2013 by Janet

• Williams-Sonoma Peppermint Bark

  

  Want to get in good with your mother-in-law? Bring a tin of this decadent peppermint bark to Christmas dinner or the ornament exchange party she’s hosting. One bite of the layered Guittard chocolate, white chocolate, and crunchy handmade peppermint candy-studded bark, and she’s sure to forgive any sins, perceived or otherwise.

  $40 at Williams Sonoma | Buy

  

  | Posted 02 Jan, 2013 by Janet

• Succulent Garden

  

  Flowers die pretty quickly, but succulents are far too hearty to bump off that fast. This little green garden is a great way to say thank you that will last beyond the holidays. The sleek bamboo box makes for a subtle centerpiece, too.

  $30 at Pro Plants | Buy

  

  | Posted 02 Jan, 2013 by Rene

• French Farm Coffee Collection

  

  Staying overnight? Thank your host in the morning with a chic glass jar of French Farm Coffee. Pick from one of four blends of whole bean coffee and score some major guest points over breakfast.

  $25 at Farmhouse Wares | Buy

  

  | Posted 18 Dec, 2012 by Rene

• Marrakech Tea Tins

  

  A beautiful tea tin can hold endless treats- tea, sweets, or any little ‘thank you’ you can think of. Teavana’s Marrakech tins are a lovely way to present a gift, and are really a gift themselves.

  $12 at Teavana | Buy

  

  | Posted 21 Nov, 2012 by Rene

• Lasso Wine Holder

  

  Yee-haw! We love the humor behind Shahar Peleg’s lasso wine holder, which is made of real rope with a little hidden help from a metal support. Any chance your host is a cowyboy?

  $32 at Modern Tribe | Buy

  

  | Posted 20 Nov, 2012 by Rene

• Dog Bone

  

  Don’t forget your hosts best friend, their faithful dog. Give a pup the coolest chew toy in the dog park with Jonathan Adler’s preppy cotton-yarn dog bone. You will receive many tail wags and wet kisses of thanks.

  $13 at Jonathan Adler | Buy

  

  | Posted 19 Nov, 2012 by Rene

• Cocktail Hour Gift Set

  

  What time is it? It is cocktail hour somewhere in the world, and best you be prepared should one pop up on your social calendar. Stonewall Kitchen has the essentials covered in this cute little set that includes a pomegranate cosmo mixer, cheese ball mix and sea salt crackers. All that’s missing is the booze and a fabulous location.

  $18 at Stonewall Kitchen | Buy

  

  | Posted 19 Nov, 2012 by Rene

• Thankful Print

  

  ‘Tis the season for thanks and giving, and what better way to remember that than with this graphic print from Hen & Co. Who couldn’t use a reminder that Thanksgiving and Christmas mean much more than Black Friday and piles of presents?

  $22 at Hen & Co. | Buy

  

  | Posted 19 Nov, 2012 by Rene

• Bella Figura Wine Set

  

  A bottle of red, a bottle of white- a perfect pair for any wine enthusiast. Pasanella & Figilio’s organic wine set will impress and refresh hosts in need of some holiday unwinding.

  $35 at Pasanella and Son | Buy

  

  | Posted 17 Nov, 2012 by Rene

• Crane & Co. for J.Crew Sketch Note Cards

  

  A fashionista hostess will adore this limited edition collection of note cards, produced by Crane & Co. exclusively for J.Crew. Bright and stylish illustrations make this classic set a perfectly polished gift.

  $23 at J.Crew | Buy

  

  | Posted 16 Nov, 2012 by Rene

• The Whisky Advent Calendar

  

  Advent calendars with stale pieces of chocolate behind each door are best left to the kiddos. For a hostess gift that adults will drool over (and will result in you being invited back again and again), this over-21-only alcoholic advent tracker is a sure bet. Behind each of the 24 doors lies a bottled dram of a different whisky - one of them is even a 50 year-old Scotch whisky! We�d understand, though, if you wanted to buy this for yourself.

  $238 at Master of Malt | Buy

  

  | Posted 16 Nov, 2012 by Janet

• Gear Shift Bottle Stopper

  

  Cruise into your next gathering with this too-cool gear shift bottle stopper and fulfill your hosts need for speed. Rev that bottle of merlot and buckle up for a thrilling ride of a good time.

  $15 at Orange And Pear | Buy

  

  | Posted 15 Nov, 2012 by Rene

• Vineyard Photo Book

  

  You are so thoughtful- you have created a unique photo book at Kolo as a thank-you gift. Sure to stand out among the bouquets of flowers and bottles of wine, this photo book will charm your hosts and also serve as a lovely keepsake for them.

  $8 at Kolo | Buy

  

  | Posted 15 Nov, 2012 by Rene

• Foxy Fall Creatures Mug Set

  

  Everyone can use more mugs- they have a way of disappearing over time- and who wouldn’t want to be gifted this adorable set of animal-themed cups? Perfect for a fall or winter hostess gift, these sweet creatures make keeping track of party beverages easy: You have the raccoon, I have the fox, etc.

  $44 at Organize.com | Buy

  

  | Posted 14 Nov, 2012 by Rene

• Laguiole Cheese Knives

  

  Made in France, these ooh-la-la fancy Laguiole cheese knives are a party must-have. Impress your host with your great taste and pair this set with a selection of yummy cheeses that will definitely be a party pleaser.

  $39 at West Elm | Buy

  

  | Posted 14 Nov, 2012 by Rene