The hostess was inspired by the idea posted on the adorable blog Bushel and a Peck. Thirty guests were invited and asked to bring their favorite appetizer or dessert as well as their favorite item (under $5) wrapped for 5 people. I went to my favorite store, SurLaTable and picked up cookie cutters in the shape of a bat, a pumpkin, a christmas tree and a heart. Just in time for the holidays! I included my Very Best Sugar Cookie Recipe Ever with it.
When we arrived, each guest wrote her name on 5 pieces of precut decorated paper and put them in the bowl. We enjoyed Italian Cream Sodas and everybody's apps and desserts. I learned so many new recipes I am excited to try, especially some bite-sized goodies like pigs-in-a-blanket and banana bread bites. Everyone was handed a bag with their custom designed label (designed by me!) as we took our seats. One at a time, each lady would introduce herself and explain what her favorite item was. Then she would pick out 5 names from the bowl and hand those 5 people her favorite thing. At the end of the evening, everyone left with 5 different items.
The top 5 creative items I remembered were:
1. A Finch Bird Seed Kit
2. Homemade creme brulee
3. HairWraps for when you get out of the shower.
4. Trader Joes Recycle Bags
5. A month supply of Styrofoam Cups with straws.
Candles, lotions, cleaning supplies, and candy kits were the most popular items shared.
A favorite things party is a fabulous way to share time with friends and learn a little something new about them.
In the meantime, what ideas do you have for a favorite things party? What would you share?
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