HOSTESS GIFT IDEAS

I shared lots of gift ideas in my ‘Complete Guide to the Holidays‘ on Monday, but between my sister’s housewarming party this weekend and Thanksgiving next week it felt timely to share a few extra ideas for home decor & hostess gifts. You never want to show up empty handed this time of year when someone has taken the time and effort to gather friends, family and food. However, there’s also nothing worse than bringing something that just ends up feeling like a burden to the host/hostess. See here: decadent desserts that they may not want to indulge in or home decor that is more your style than theirs.

So my advice? Gift either a little luxury (think a leather bound planner or cowhide throw pillow) or something simple & useful (think their favorite tea or a pretty jar of matches). Undoubtedly a gracious host will be thankful for anything you bring, but why not be remembered for being the person that brought those golden monogrammed mugs?

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HOLIDAY HOSTESS GIFTS UNDER $50

Yesterday Adam told me there was only 6 Mondays left until Christmas and I had a mild panic attack. I actually am not even sure if it’s accurate, but I’m too afraid to check. Partially because I love the holidays and want them to slow down so I can really enjoy them to the fullest and partially because I haven’t really thought about gifts yet. While I can’t stop time, I like to think I can pick out a good gift – so I’m officially kicking off the holidays with my first gift guide here on the blog featuring ideas for the happy hostess, all under $50. Thanksgiving is just 2 weeks away (that I know for sure..) and while a bottle of wine is nice, these are wayyy more fun. I love the idea of cute stationery and a pack of shiny gold pens or a cocktail recipe book and pair of tumblers. And you can’t go wrong with a pretty apron or personalized serving tray (even better if it arrives with homemade cookies). Happy gifting!

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