What would you bring?

[Xislandgirl]

I am heading to NJ this weekend for a get together with 8 women from another forum I am on. The party will be at the home of one of the women. 3 have met but the rest of us have not met anyone in person.

I was asked to bring wine. The local girls are cooking.

I am staying at a hotel, but I think that I should bring the hostess a little something.

So, if you were invited to a party at the home of a forumite, would you bring a hostess gift and, if so, what would you bring?

[lprof]

Yes, I would take a hostess gift.

Depending on how well you know her, these are some possibilities.

* Bestselling book related to her interests
* A fresh flower arrangement in a vase
* Houseplant in a simple yet decorative pot
* Gift basket of seasonal fresh fruits
* Bottle of wine or liquor
* Box of good chocolates

Have a terrific time with your special friends.

[b-as-u-r]

Is there something that would relate to the topic of the other forum? If nothing comes to mind based on that forum topic, I'd go with a bouquet of fresh flowers (and imho no vase required; it's the thought that counts). Have fun! Ali~

[PA Girl]

I vote for either wine or flowers (in a vase so the hostess doesn't need to stop what she is doing to arrange the flowers)

[Lulu76]

I often take a really nice candle when I need a hostess gift.

This girl I used to work with always used to give people a gift bag with little soaps for their bathroom. People always seemed to appreciate them.

[Gromit]

Jell-o shots. There's ALWAYS room from Jell-O

[California Girl]

How about something special and decadent, something she may not buy for herself, like a box of Godiva truffles?

[cocosmom]

I say go with the candle or a nice little gift basket from bath & body works..they have neat little gift baskets/bags

[Xislandgirl]

I decided on nice guest towels with matching cocktail napkins (paper) and I am bringing peanut butter frosted brownies on a small white cake stand that I am leaving behind.

[California Girl]

Perfectomundo!