‘Tis a fun Tuesday because I have my gal pal Alesya visiting and chatting about hostess gifts. Why did I invite Alesya to chat about hostess gifts? Because I’ve dubbed her as THE BEST GIFT GIVER. Seriously. In the past 2 months I’ve received two REALLY thoughtful gifts from this sweetheart, and both made me hold my head in shame at my own lame attempts of gift giving (in a good and “I feel inspired” kind of way). So read what she has to say because she’s sharing a lot of good ideas. Guarantee you’ll leave here today brainstorming.
Hello LLL fans! I’m a big fan myself and honored that Chassity asked me to do a guest post.
Like me, I’m sure many of you are traveling this week or are attending a holiday gathering. The last thing on your list is the need for a little something to bring the hosts. Before you crack out yet another bottle of meaningless wine I have some suggestions.
The secret to any gift giving is to personalize. Here are a few places to get ideas:
1. Facebook, Twitter and Pinterest: People post things they like! If you were getting a gift for Chassity, you could head on over to her Pinterest page and see she loves this nail polish. Perfect.
2. Favorite Places: Does your mother-in-law love her trips to Florida? Bring her a beautiful SPF. Maybe your brother hangs out at the local watering hole. Give him your favorite craft beer. Or perhaps like our family your hosts root for one team like The Ohio State University. Then you can’t forget the Buckeyes.
3. Event Help: Any hostess can use assistance as the clock counts down. If you’re traveling, it’s doubtful that you can bring a dish to pass, so use this trick from my Mom. Ask if you can bring the centerpiece. Then call the local florist and have it delivered before you arrive. If your family aren’t centerpiece kind of people a nice large white poinsettia will also add festive touch.
4. Play Time: You can’t go wrong by bringing something extra for the kids. As a parent, something small to keep them occupied but won’t be messy will win me over too. My daughter is getting this sticker book to keep her busy on the plane.
5. Something Consumable: If you’re at still at a loss about what to get, you can’t go wrong with a gift that can be used up (aka doesn’t have to kept for all eternity) and local. I love the sample pack from Charleston chocolate company Sweetteeth. My husband sends fresh local fish to his father. Anyone would adore some stationary from Sideshow Press.
Just in case you still need an idea for Christmas…
Thanks for visiting, Alesya!
Great tips! I recently had a customer who purchased some gifts for her daughters because she saw them pinned on their Pinterest wishlist board, how awesome is that?
Great tips! I recently had a customer who purchased some gifts for her daughters because she saw them pinned on their Pinterest wishlist board, how awesome is that?
Great tips! I recently had a customer who purchased some gifts for her daughters because she saw them pinned on their Pinterest wishlist board, how awesome is that?
I love the idea of sleuthing on pinterest and Facebook!! However, as a Buckeye, you have to give homemade buckeyes; store bought versions are gross and don’t do them justice!!
Really great post! I love the way she thinks!
Great ideas! And LOVE the bag!! Kelli
alesya is absolutely the best gift giver ever!!! thanks for this post, chassity! lovely!
Great gift ideas!
xo
http://bresbaubles.blogspot.com
great advise… we all need some these hectic days!
Fabulous ideas! Always looking for last minute gifts for that extra special someone!!
YUM! Love buckeyes…without all the Ohio State swag around it. ;)
These are great ideas! I’m going to the in-laws for Christmas, so these thoughts gave me some much needed inspiration. :)
LOVe these ideas! We have a DFH brewery nearby and I never thought to run by and pick some up instead of a bottle of wine. GREAT thought.
Bethany
http://www.powellbrower.blogspot.com
Great tips! I wish my hubby would look at my pinterest board this holiday season :)
I love her approach to gift giving- I don’t know why I don’t look at people’s pinterest boards and facebook pages for more ideas on what they love! What a great idea. Thanks for the great post, Chassity.
XO,
Sam
http://www.ThePeakofTresChic.com