12 Must-Have Holiday Hostess Gifts Under $35 {2024}
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My love for hosting is strong, but I think I have equal love for trying to find the best hostess gifts to give, especially during the holidays! I don’t think a hostess gift should be expensive and even more than gifts you exchange with family and friends, I think the thought really counts!
So, I’ve combed through all of my favorite things and settled on these 12 must-have holiday gifts for the host or hostess in your life and they’re all under $35 (most are way under that)!
Go The Extra Mile
There are lots of easy ways to add a little something extra to accompany a small gift to make it feel even more special like a nice bottle of wine, a yummy snack that pairs well with the gift, or a holiday ornament. As a frequent host, I also really appreciate DIY gifts. So no matter which route you take, I hope these 12 gift ideas get your gift-giving juices flowing!
Bougie Olive Oil Set $24.99
I love this sizzle and drizzle olive oil set (I use it daily) and I think it would make a great gift. It feels a little special because it might be something your host wouldn’t normally spend on him or herself for oil. An added bonus is you can buy refill cans so you don’t need to rebuy the plastic bottles! Great for the home cook!
Holiday Cocktail Book $8.06
This is a great holiday cocktail book that I love to pull out at the beginning of the season. It would be perfect gifted alone or with a pair of wine glasses or cute cocktail glasses, like the lowball glasses below. Or add this adorable glass cocktail Christmas ornament and you’re still under $35! Another popular cocktail book, if you are a bookworm like me, is Tequila Mockingbird.
Guest Room Carafe Set $12.99
I recently added water carafe sets to our guest bedrooms and I think they are such a nice touch. I fill them with ice water and leave them on nightstands so guests don’t have to wander to the kitchen for water in the middle of the night in an unfamiliar house. You could easily add a bottle or two of sparkling water to make it feel more substantial, but none would be the wiser that this is only $12.99!
Charcuterie & Wine Pairing Cards $14.48
These charcuterie & wine pairing cards take the guesswork out of creating a beautiful charcuterie board and what to serve with it. They are fun to have and make a unique gift. There is also just a cheeseboard deck if you don’t need the wine pairing! Check out Ain’t Too Proud to Meg’s charcuterie layout boards too if you’re looking for something extra special! Add some fancy crackers and you’ll be all set.
North Pole Puzzle $24
I’m not much of a puzzle person but there’s something about the holiday season that makes me want to turn off the TV in the evenings, grab a cocktail, and work a beautiful puzzle. I just started one of these Anthro puzzles and they are so pretty! What else can I say???
Set of Fun Low Ball Glasses $9.99 ea.
These low ball glasses aren’t exactly holiday-themed but I just love how cute they are. The pizza ones are my favorite but the snails, mushrooms, flowers, and strawberries are equally as cute!
Bread & Wine Book $13.44
Bread & Wine is my all-time go-to hostess gift. I love this book so, so much. Pair this with a set of hand towels, a bottle of wine, or a wine store gift card, and you’ve got the perfect gift IMHO! When you pick up one to take to your next party, grab one for yourself. Seriously though, if you’ve never read it you need to bump it up to the top of your TBR list. It makes my heart full just thinking about it!
Full of Holiday Spirit Tee $34
I just snagged two of these Holiday Sprirt Tees, one for myself and one for a friend! Is it not the cutest tee for your sister or friend who is the life of the party? If you grab it tonight I think it will still get here by Christmas (crossing fingers). It’s the perfect tee for your Christmas Eve OOTD, but they have sweatshirts, hoodies, and long-sleeve tees too.
Penne Pals Pasta Note Cards $15.95
How cute are these Pasta Note Cards? The holidays are the perfect time to send an unexpected note to the people you love, and why not write it on cards all about pasta? I don’t know about you but it feels pretty warm and cozy to me!
100 Cookies Baking Book $29.38
100 Cookies Baking Book is a great gift for the host or hostess who loves to bake, but it also makes a great Christmas gift too. I picked this up for one of my dear friend’s daughters and I hope she will enjoy trying some new recipes. I mean, there are 100 recipes so I think that’s a pretty good start, and it has great reviews!
Charcuterie Snackle Box $27.59
Snackle boxes were all the rage this summer, but I love this one because it has a carrying lid. Perfect for anyone who needs to bring an appetizer to a dinner party or potluck! The charcuterie snackle box is great for cheese boards, but you could use it for carrying many types of apps.
X-Back Linen Apron $18.98
Aprons are not necessarily the coolest gift, I know, but let me tell you why I love this X-back apron. The X-back design is cute, comfy, and functional, but what I love most is the fabric. It’s a really nice, thick linen and it comes in several colors. Want to make it special? Have it embroidered with your hosts’ initials! I have it in khaki, but I think I’m going to order it in coral or green and have our Food & Friends logo embroidered.
So, that’s a wrap for the 2024 Must-Have Holiday Hostess Gifts! What is your favorite gift to take to a party? I’m always looking for new ideas so I’d love to hear your affordable hostess gift ideas!
If you’re hosting this year read about my simple hacks for hosting that will help manage stress and allow you to actually enjoy the event! And here are some easy appetizer ideas.
Cheers!
