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Baby Shower Hostess GiftThank You Gift Ideas for Baby Shower Hostesses
You have the greatest friends! They're all gathering together to celebrate you and the happy occasion of a new baby. Even better yet, one special friend has volunteered to act as hostess and handle all the arrangements for your baby shower. A baby shower hostess gift is given to recognize and thank the wonderful person who has planned and directed all the details of your shower. As hostess, she has all the responsibility for a party in honor of you and your new little one. Take some time to select a gift that shows how much you appreciate all of her hard work.
Gift certificates can be a great idea if they are chosen based on the preferences of the hostess. If this remarkable gal has a favorite restaurant she loves to visit when life is hectic and she needs a special treat, get a certificate that will cover dinner and dessert for her and a guest. Has she always dreamed of some time to herself at a day spa? Is there a new pair of boots that she would love to have, but which are just beyond her budget? Keep your ears open as you two gab over coffee and you are sure to catch a hint for the perfect place to grab a gift certificate.
Specialty gifts are also a great baby shower hostess gift. Think about decadent chocolates, coffees, soaps, and lotions that your hostess would never splurge on for herself. Were the two of you at the mall when she got a whiff of that new great scent? If the perfume is too expensive, look for lotions or colognes in that line. Those earrings that she said were too indulgent will surely let her know how much you value her support and effort. Spend some time thinking back over the time you two have spent together. Everybody loves to be spoiled, so all you need to do is find out what makes your hostess feel pampered.
Hobbies are another great place to look for a hostess gift. Does your hostess love horses, dogs, or birds? Look online for a special brooch, earrings, or a necklace that showcases her favorite critter. Coffee table books loaded with color photos to linger over are also a great gift for animal lovers. If she is more into knitting or drawing, head to a specialty store that handles these hobbies and ask the sales people what they dream about owning. Other shoppers who are within earshot are bound to offer their guidance as well to help a kindred spirit.
If you really can't decide on one special thing, then arrange an assortment of favorites in a gift basket. Small bottles of local wines, crystal goblets, assorted cheeses, and smoked meats would be a wonderful way to say thank you. Focus on the things that your hostess likes to do or wear. Nail polish and a manicure set arranged with some exotic teas and a gourmet tea pot might be perfect. If your hostess loves to entertain, think about a basket filled with unique serving pieces, like sugar tongs, silver salt and pepper shakers, seafood forks, and napkin rings. As long as the basket is filled with things your hostess will enjoy, you have created the perfect gift.
Think about talking with the family of the hostess for more ideas. Her spouse or children might have some ideas for the perfect gift. Also, check with other friends who had showers given in their honor to see what they chose as a special way to say thank you. A baby shower hostess gift doesn't need to be expensive, rare, or grand to be personal and thoughtful. Homemade gifts are just as special as those covered in 24k gold, as long as they remind your friend of all the love and respect you feel toward her. Let that special friendship lead your choices and you can't go wrong.
Written by: Caroline Retzer
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