Hostess Gift

The hostess gift is given from the guest of honor to the host of the shower to thank her for the time and effort she spent giving the shower. The price of the hostess gift depends upon your own finances and the size of the party. If the party was very large or catered it wouldn’t be out of range to spend up to $200. For a small shower in the host’s home, $20 to $50 is an acceptable range.

When picking a hostess gift, try to think of things that interest the host. Does she have a favorite hobby such as jewelry making? Give her some beautiful crystal beads in her favorite color. Does she have a favorite team she is loyal to? Give her an official team sweatshirt.

If you are the crafty type, you might consider making the hostess something yourself. If you are into jewelry making, you might make a beautiful necklace with matching earring out of those crystal beads. Do your African violets win awards at the fair? Give her one of your prized pots.

And of course a gift certificate to her favorite restaurant, day spa or department store is always appreciated.

The main thing is that your hostess knows that you appreciate all the effort, time, and money invested in the baby shower.