Hostess gifts are always appreciated but when you incorporate the season into the theme, they become extra special.
There are many ideas for seasonal gifts but here are a few popular ones that are always received with great appreciation.
Potted plants
I love it when you can give someone a gift that has a dual purpose. At this time of year, nurseries are brimming with beautiful potted plants. Hydrangeas transplant beautifully in outdoor surroundings and within a few years flourish to add colour to all areas of the garden. If your recipient does not have an outdoor garden then it's nice to give the potted plant in an indoor container for their living space.
Homemade s'mores
Nothing says outdoor dessert more than a gift of homemade s'mores. Fill a large mason jar with a few large marshmallows, graham wafer crackers and pieces of chocolate. Add a little tag with some raffia around the top lid with your recipient's name on it.
Barbecue basket
This is a fun idea for a housewarming gift or a hostess gift for an outdoor barbecue event. Choose a basket that holds seven to eight items, such as barbecue skewers, oven mitts, barbecue scraper, baster, large tongs, barbecue sauces and other condiments. Arrange all the items inside the basket and add a chef 's apron on top.
Beach bag
If you're headed to a home filled with children, a beach-themed hostess gift is always appreciated. Fill a beach bag with flipflops, sunscreen, towels, hats, water bottles and fun sunglasses. Most of these items may be found at your local dollar store or pharmacy. Choose a colourful beach bag in fabric or plastic with handles.
Barb Lunter is a freelance writer with a passion for home decor, entertaining and floral design. [email protected] lunter.ca
