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1) Booze. It truly never disappoints and even if you gift a variety the hostess doesn't end up being a fan of she now has drinks to offer up her guests free of charge. I recommend a bottle of your favorite wine (Try Apothic Red, it's affordable and I've never met a soul who hasn't fallen in love with it!) or something fun like Bailey's or Disaronno (Tip: Mix Disaronno with Ginger Ale and you get a yummy concoction that tastes just like cream soda!). Tie a beautiful ribbon and a gift tag around the neck and wah-lah, a perfect gift!
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2) Sweets - homemade or store bought. Your hostess won't mind indulging in a tasty treat after the party-goers have gone home. Make your grandmother's (or mine!) sugar cookie recipe, tuck a dozen snugly in a pretty box and top with the recipe!
{Natural Cocktail Napkins with White Monogram from Wisteria - Set of 6 for $12}
3) Monogrammed anything. Think dish towels, yummy scented candles or a beautiful engraved wine stopper. It shows you took the time to really think about your hostess and didn't swing by the DDM on your way to her house (I may be an often culprit of that. . . oops!).
{Personalized Stationery from baci}
4) Personalized stationery. If your hostess loves entertaining she probably also has a love for handwritten notes (I might be drawing from my own personal experience here - they go hand in hand!). Plan ahead and order 10 or 20 of these so your hostess can pen a thank you to you later :o)
{Cheese and Olive Gift Set}
5) Grab a beautiful platter or cheese tray and top it with a gorgeous set of serving utensils, cheese knives, appetizer picks, olives, crackers and a no-refrigeration-needed cheese. Wrap the whole package in a clear cellophane and finish with a beautiful bow! It's a yummy and beautiful gift for anyone!
