Gifts for the Hostess

I’m jealous of domestic goddesses. Women who can sew more than a button. Cook more than reheated pizza. Blow dry their hair without frizz. Ok, that’s not really a domestic skill, but you see where I’m going.

No matter how many design blogs I read or event boards I follow on Pinterest, I don’t think I’ll move past the takeout and beer style of party hosting. These seem like things I might like if I ever grow up and throw a classy (read: no Solo cups) shindig one day.

Will you be gifting anything to the hostess with the mostess in your life?

1| This Govino Shatterproof Carafe might be a good transition between sippy cups and Waterford (available at Art Effect).

2 | Your favorite party planner can add a little funk to standard tea lights with a rose gold candle holder from CB2.

3 | Guys, they’re coasters. Made of glitter. Do we really need further explanation? (Kate Spade)

4 | A dinner party is truly next level once assigned seating gets involved. Only Jonathan Adler could pull off place card holders this cheeky.

5 | Etiquette says you should not add salt or pepper to anything until you’ve tasted it. I will not blame anyone who uses these Behead Over Heels shakers before the plates have even hit the table (on sale now at ModCloth).

6 | Decor really should set the tone, don’t you think? (Latte Design via Etsy)