Gift Ideas For Holiday Hosts That’ll Make Parties Easier & More Inviting

Ah, the holiday season. Nothing beats the delightful sights, sounds, and smells signifying it’s time to make merry with family and friends. 

While enjoying the festivities, it’s important we don’t forget the hard work going on behind the scenes, and the people who make end-of-year parties the most memorable: the hosts. 

Before you head to your next gathering, be sure to bring along one of these thoughtful gifts that’ll not only show your appreciation but also make parties even more enjoyable in the future. 

1. LEGO Christmas Tree: Holiday décor that won’t clutter the home

No holiday party is complete without a Christmas tree, and while the huge, live conifers most are accustomed to can be a chore to set up indoors, this LEGO Christmas Tree gets the job done with less fuss. 

Not to mention, the 784-piece kit—complete with ornaments and candles—actually serves as a special two-in-one model. One can choose to build it as one larger tree (11 inches) or two smaller ones (six inches) to complement the decor around the house. 

2. Umbra Tipsy Bottle Opener: Toast to the party with a chic conversation piece

Perfect for the wine connoisseur, the Umbra Tipsy Bottle Opener is an essential bar tool that’s both chic and functional, featuring an eye-catching chrome finish to make opening that bottle all the more special. 

Intriguingly, the whimsical sculpture can balance on any narrow surface or its accompanying stand, making for a great conversation starter and high-quality, decorative addition to any kitchen or bar. 

3. 141 Outrageous Conversation Starters For The Holidays: Good reasons to drop that awkward silence

Holidays are all about forging stronger bonds with our loved ones, and how better to do so than by engaging with others in pondering thought-provoking questions, with the promise of laughter along the way?

This deck of 141 Outrageous Conversation Starters For The Holidays is the perfect way to keep the talk flowing all night, and minimizes the chances of divisive or awkward topics popping up. Plus, with all the ideas stored in a compact box, it can be taken anywhere to continue the discussions.

4. Masterclass Wolfgang Puck Teaches Cooking: Take anyone’s culinary skills to the next level

Let’s be honest—a holiday party wouldn’t be a party without the overflowing of scrumptious delicacies. And who better to help your loved one elevate their cooking skills than celebrity chef Wolfgang Puck?

The five-time James Beard Award-winning maestro will help even the most experienced home cooks learn something, from mastering starters, mains, sides, and cocktails to creating unique seasonal recipes of their own. 

5. Monopoly Shinola Detroit Edition: An upscale take on the classic board game

Has your family yet to ban Monopoly at holiday gatherings? Then this special-edition set by Shinola Detroit will make a beautiful addition to game night, paying homage to the culture and history of Motor City. 

Featuring iconic locales including Woodward Avenue and Bagley Street, Monopoly: Shinola Detroit Edition is delicately crafted from black lacquered solid mahogany, with its tokens adorned with an antique finish, making it an heirloom keepsake for fans of both the city and the game.

6. Cement Tabletop Fire Pit: S’mores will always be just within reach

Add to the cozy ambiance of the festivities with the Cement Tabletop Fire Pit, a mini fireplace suited for both indoor and outdoor use. Cast from durable cement and protected with a heat-resistant cork base, it not only contributes to festive aesthetics but also keeps everyone warm and toasty. 

If pesky flies and critters are a concern, citronella oil can be added to the fireplace to keep away unwanted bugs threatening to ruin a good time. 

7. Lynnette Marrero & Ryan Chetiyawardana Teach Mixology: Learn to whip up the perfect cocktails with this mixology MasterClass

Know of a host who loves mixing up their own cocktails? Then this MasterClass with Lynette Marrero & Ryan Chetiyawardana could be the perfect gift, allowing them to learn and indulge in the art of cocktail making while you sip on the drinks. 

James Beard honoree Marrero and Chetiyawardana, the founder of the world’s best bar Dandelyan, offer over four hours of lessons on how to concoct a perfectly balanced drink for every occasion, mood, and taste. 

8. KitchenAid Artisan Series Tilt-Head Stand Mixer: All the bells & whistles you need for any baking adventure

Ask any baker what’s at the top of their wishlist, and it might be this KitchenAid Artisan Series Tilt-Head Stand Mixer, capable of whipping up dozens of gingerbread cookies as easy as one, two, or three. 

The gadget’s Premium Accessory Pack comprises over 10 attachments, allowing one to do practically everything with a single stand, from mixing batter to creating silky frosting, beating eggs, kneading dough, and lots more. 

9. Craftsy’s Homemade Holiday Breads Class: Nothing smells as good as freshly baked bread

The smell of warm, fresh bread on Christmas morning—that’s the stuff dreams are made of. Give your loved one a subtle hint with this Craftsy Homemade Holiday Breads course, as award-winning pastry chef Jenny McCoy guides them in making an array of classic holiday favorites. 

With over two hours of lessons, you’ll soon be able to sink your teeth into braided challah wreaths, iconic panettone, homemade dinner rolls, and everything else you can dream of. 

10. Professional Cocktail Set: Whip up drinks just like a real bartender

Cocktail making goes from amateur to expert with this Professional Cocktail Set, a great addition to any bar for loved ones who think they have a knack for shaking up the next best tipple. 

With nine pieces and a bamboo base, they’ll be able to whip up nearly any drink in their recipe books, with a special water-tight seal present on the cocktail shaker to ensure even first-timers won’t make a mess of themselves. 

11. SodaStream Terra Sparkling Water Maker: Fancy up your beverages for a toast to the sparkly season

There are few things worse than running out of drinks at a party, and we don’t mean just alcoholic ones. With the SodaStream Terra Sparkling Water Maker, that will never happen, with its ability to turn plain water into a fresh, sparkling beverage in just seconds. 

Did we mention making your own sparkling water is also more eco-friendly? One resuable carbonating maker can save up to thousands of single-use plastic bottles, so you can feel good while about your next glass.

12. EvaChill EV-500 Personal Air Conditioner: Stay cool even when it’s hot out

Most of us may think of the holidays as synonymous with cold, chilly winters. But not for our family and friends living in the Southern Hemisphere. Heat can certainly get in the way of a good celebration, making the EvaChill EV-500 Personal Air Conditioner a useful gift to ensure the festivities stay cool. 

The air conditioner’s lightweight and energy-efficient features cool down the surroundings in 10 minutes while remaining eco-friendly and bio-safe, and just requires water to work with no additional heat exhausted.

13. Areaware Serving Friends: Holiday dinners are all about having fun

The festivities get all the more fun with Areaware’s Serving Friends, a set of wooden spoons carved into quirky shapes to bring more joy and laughter to seasonal gatherings. 

Created by designer Selena Liu, the serving set—available in flowers, hands, or wavy patterns—will never fail to serve up smiles, promising to make dinners with loved ones even more delicious than usual. 

14. KODAK Large Inflatable Screen: Movie time gets more cinematic with a full-blown theater display

Up the ante on the celebrations by bringing a movie theatre right into the backyard, with the KODAK Large Inflatable Screen standing at an impressive 9.3 feet tall, featuring a 12-inch screen large enough for everyone to tune into the action. 

The weather-resistant portable cinema isn’t just easy to set up but is also made out of extra durable and resistant material to prevent the appearance of holes and tears even if there are children climbing all over it. 

15. Interactive Cloud Lamp: Light up the room with this ethereal beacon

Wow your favorite host by gifting them a stunning home decor addition, guaranteed to light up their home like no other. Not only does it add an ethereal and otherwordly feel to the surroundings, but it comes with motion sensors that detect human movement. 

Comprising a series of lighting systems, the Interactive Cloud Lamp features sound-reactive and ambient modes, creating an unforgettable LED lighting and thunder show based on how people move in the vicinity. 

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