I am going to a party being held by my college choir director, and I feel obligated to bring a small host/hostess gift. The only problem is that I'm not 21 and so I can't buy (and probably shouldn't bring) a bottle of wine as a gift.
What are some non-alcoholic gift ideas? Thank you.
2007-12-03 01:32:48 · 18 answers · asked by sept0988 2 in Society & Culture ➔ Etiquette
I recently found boxes of tea, coffee or hot chocolate at a Hallmark. There were a variety of teas, coffees or hot chocolates in each box. I bought ten boxes for small gifts to give as hostess presents!
They were only about $10 each. Larger boxes were $20.
Good luck ... and it is nice to know that a young adult knows that it is indeed proper to bring a small gift for this type of gathering.
2007-12-03 02:13:16 · answer #1 · answered by aivilo 3 · 3⤊ 0⤋
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2016-12-14 15:28:59 · answer #2 · answered by ? 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Flowers (for the holidays a pointesetta), chocolates, scented candels, a beautiful picture frame or candy dish, a nice hankerchief or scarfe, cloth napkins, since it's a choir maybe a nice book of sheet music (maybe with a holiday theme).
Also, books are always a nice host/hostess gift, maybe go to your local bookstore and look for those small pocket-sized books or go to the clearance section and find a book that you think would be appropriate.
Maybe a stationary set or some really pretty letter-head.
2007-12-03 10:43:29 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
A holiday plant, a box of chocolates or sparkling cider are all very nice ideas at the holidays. It's great to get an idea now of some non-alcoholic host/hostess gifts, since not all people drink alcohol, it's always nice to know some other nice things you can provide.
2007-12-03 02:21:48 · answer #4 · answered by JenV 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋
We often host parties and I am always so very pleased to accept flowers as a hostess gift. Roses would be too "personal" and extravagant, but a mixture of long-stemmed seasonal flowers from your florist is a wonderful gift at any party. At this holiday time of year, you might consider a poinsettia or Christmas cactus from the florist.
I am emphasizing "florist" because flowers from the grocery store or department store aren't as fresh, pretty, or long-lasting.
Hope that helps.
2007-12-03 02:10:12 · answer #5 · answered by artistagent116 7 · 2⤊ 0⤋
Candy or flowers - don't get candles or anything like that - it is rude to bring something that they will feel obligated to put up in their house regardless of whether it matches or not. Candy or flowers would be very safe to take.
I personally think that flowers would be a little bit safer - it is something that the hostess can use that evening, it is not something permanent that they are stuck with if they don't like it, and it doesn't make any assumptions about their eating habits/lifestyle.
2007-12-03 01:57:17 · answer #6 · answered by Kate the Great 5 · 3⤊ 0⤋
Everyone gave great gift suggestions. You can also consider a homemade basket of muffins or cookies. Very easy and simple to prepare by a mix. Or another inexpensive gift is a tin of rice-crispie treats in a holiday tin, sprinkled with Christmas sprinkles. Chocolate dipped pretzel logs rolled in holiday sprinkles.
Or a boxed set of nice Christmas cards or stationary.
2007-12-03 02:35:21 · answer #7 · answered by Sharon F 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Well there are so many things that you could bring. How about a nice holiday plant, box of Fannie May Choclolates, a holiday decoration or an ornament for their tree.
2007-12-03 02:36:33 · answer #8 · answered by bertie 1 · 1⤊ 0⤋
A pretty candle wrapped decoratively, especially a holiday candle!
A box of chocolates
A fresh centerpiece of greens and flowers. Any florist can put one together for you in your budget range on request. Avoid the premade arrangements--too pricey!
An unusual tree ornament (if they are christian/celebrate Christmas).
It's very thoughtful and mannerly of you not to go empty-handed!
2007-12-03 02:11:11 · answer #9 · answered by Tseruyah 6 · 3⤊ 0⤋
Votive (candle) holders with Christmas-scented candles inside.
Fresh flowers or a plant.
A gift box of assorted teas and/or coffees.
Wine-glass charms and/or bottle stopper for wine bottles.
2007-12-03 01:38:04 · answer #10 · answered by Tracy 2 · 2⤊ 0⤋