SLIPPERS
($6 - $10)
Fluffy new slippers--nothing's nicer when you've been on your
feet all night. Pick a pair to suit your host's personality.
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hostess presents (under $10)... (continued) |
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BAR BOARD ($4 - $5)
&
A BAG OF LEMONS ($3)
Snag a cheap little board and a mesh bag of lemons or limes
to help out the bartender. You might even find a cheapie knife
to throw in. 
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DISH
CLOTHS ($4 - $10)
If you really want Brownie points, add a small bottle of dish
soap and an offer of help with the dishes.
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DISPOSABLE
CAMERA
($7 - $10)
Bring a disposable camera and offer to snap plenty of pictures
(your hostess might be too busy). Most drugstores carry cheaper
store brands, too.
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CHEESE
($5 - $10)
 Intense
Parmigiano-Reggiano, buttery brie, strong Stilton--whatever
your taste, cheese is sure to please. Bring a chunk for the
party and another to save for later.
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FLOWERS
($4 - $10)
Cut flowers or potted (seasonal favs like poinsettias, chrysanthemums,
rosemary abound) are sure to charm. |
COFFEE
& CREAM ($10)
Assure your host a good morning after. Not sure she has a grinder?
Buy ground. |
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COCKTAIL SNACKS
($6 - $10)
Salty tidbits are the perfect complement to strong drinks.
Bundle a can of mixed nuts with a jar of olives and a box
of toothpicks.
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BAR
SUPPLIES ($4 - $10)
Cocktail napkins, swizzle sticks, toothpicks or cocktail spears,
maraschino cherries, margarita salt--gather up an assortment.
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OLIVE
OIL ($7 - $10)
Instead of wine, why not bring a bottle of olive oil? Extra-virgin,
of course, but beyond that, there are lots of choices. Pick
a flavor or bottle suited to your hostess.
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During the holiday season, don't forget
your gracious host or hostess. Even if you don't plan ahead, you
can still be a great guest with minimal effort and minimal expense.
All 10 of our gift suggestions are easy to find at the last minute
and can be had for under $10.
No matter where you're going, you're
bound to have a discount store, a drugstore, or a grocery along
the way.
 =drug
store
 =Target
or
Kmart
 =grocery
store
 
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