The Expert Hostess 

These beautiful mercury candle holders look beautiful interspersed between dishes and decor on a Thanksgiving table. The sophisticated look of these candles make them beautiful if candles are glowing in them or not.

A basic white plate fits into any theme, which is why we love them. These plates and bowls have a little curve to them, which not only adds interest, it helps keep in sauces and gravies. The plates also come in lovely colors for variety.

These clean design, white bowls bring a modern elegance to a special dinner party. We love these for side dishes including green salads, fruit salads and hot dishes.

Serve your favorite beverage by creating a stunning visual display with this beautiful glass dispenser. We tend to use 2 of these at most events to give guests multiple drink choices.

The table is a great way to start adding color and for a more relaxed party and a quick clean up plan, we love these table cloth rolls. With 108 feet on each roll, there will be plenty of tablecloth to cover many tables for many gatherings.

Any event that starts with a table needs a nice tablecloth for a foundation of color and table protection. These heavy duty tableclothes are our go-to with their easy to clean, less wrinkle fabric and bright durable colors.

Light up that party with this curtain size wall of lights! We love that it has a USB connection to light up any celebration even without a plug. Lights will dance to the beat of the music or flash in 8 different modes. Including remote, auto timer and they are waterproof, they are perfect for any party!

Cheesecakes come in many different flavors but one thing necessary to make a good cheesecake is a great springform pan. This sturdy pan is fantastic at containing the batter without leaks. The non-stick surface is PTFE free.

A fondue pot should heat evenly and be non-stick (nobody likes a burned glob of cheese on the bottom of the pot). This pot accomplishes both feats. The fondue bowl has a capacity of 2+ quarts which is perfect for a party. Helpful hint: keep chocolate at low tempurature.

Verdict: kids will not eat regular waffles after eating waffles made with this waffle maker. The waffles are thinner than usual belgium waffle makers and quite delicious! Non-stick surface is PTFE, PFOA, lead, cadmium and nickel free.

Having a set of measuring spoons with both metric and U.S. measurement engraved markings is vital when using international recipes. This stainless steel measuring set has a rectangular design to fit into most spice jars.

This kitchen butane torch allows you to put the finishing touches on gorgeous desserts. Easy to use, this powerful torch quickly heats for any culinary or craft project.

Having even temperature cooking in a fondue pot is essential to keeping chocolate or cheese at an even smooth consistency. This fondue pot does the trick and comes with enough room for party dipping.

What is a party without chocolate? This chocolate fountain adds a fun retro look to the serving table while allowing guests to add their own desired chocolate covering to fruits, cakes, cookies, etc.

Nothing saves Thanksgiving more than a tablecloth that doesn’t rappels water and stains. Whether plain or patterned, these tablecloths save the day.

These pretty dessert bowls are classic and fit into any decor, which is why we love them.

Apothecary jars can be beautiful as a decor piece and versatile as a transparent jar for goodies. This glass container set has solid and unique shapes that compliment each other.

We love little twinkle lights to create the right ambience and these little lanterns give the flicker any party would appreciate. We love adding these to a centerpiece or hanging from trees with a little ribbon and piece of greenery tied to the top ring.

Add a little color to your next picnic or party with these colorful paper lanterns. We love taking color to the sky and by adding a little LED light to these lanterns, the night will continue to sparkle.

When decorating for the majority of our events, we almost always bring our eucalyptus garland. These look great framed around pictures, on a table with a lantern, draped over an archway entrance or even with added flowers.

These beautiful artificial roses come in EVERY color making them perfect for many different themes. They are made of a thin foam so they look real but will last for years to come. They are about 3" wide, include greenery and have 8" long stems.

Carbon Steel is the secret to an even heat that creates the perfectly cooked, fancy desserts like pies and tarts, quiche, and sweet bread. This pan is non-stick with a hard silicone coating which does not contain Teflon, PTFE & PFOA.

This heavy duty square pan has a hard anodized exterior and is non-stick (no PFOA). We love that is evenly grills on the stovetop but easily can transfer to the oven. Perfect for searing meats!

A delicate touch requires a delicate tool. This dusting wand evenly distributes powdered sugar, flour, cocoa or spices. Made of stainless steel, this tool will hold up to any job.

Once upon a time we minced herbs with a knife but things only got a whole lot better when we started using these herb mincer scissors. Basil, sage, rosemary and so many more herbs are quickly chopped down to the perfect size to use in any dish.

Square canisters are a space efficient way to store pantry items. We also suggest adding fairy lights or medium sized tea lights for a fun night time party ambience.

Make sure you have plenty of ice for a party by making your own. This ice maker makes 28 pounds of ice a day.

Learning to make homemade pasta is one of our favorite memories. This electric pasta maker does the kneading, pressing and forming to create delicate and delicious homemade pasta.

Any beverage looks amazing in these gorgeous glasses, which we think makes them perfect for Holidays, Special occasions, elegant dinners and events.

After making all of the food for Thanksgiving, dishes are usually the last thing you want to do. These Laura Ashley plastic plates, tumblers, and silverware are the perfect solution. We love the elegant colors they come in. They look beautiful on a table and clean up has never been easier.

Create the perfect hot chocolate atmosphere with this hot cocoa metal sign. We love that it is made of a high quality metal, has an old-fashioned chalk-design and adorable font.

Prime cuts of meat take on a new meaning with these gourmet grilling spices. We love that the Argentina Steak Rub uses a delicious combo of chimichurri and citrus. The Kansas uses a fantastic combo of sweet and ancho/chipotle. Great for a gift or a BBQ gathering.

Grilling is about two things... temperature and spices. This 5 spice gift set transforms meat into a mouth-watering delicious meal. We love that the purchase of this spice set will also help feed hungry children in need.

One word for these heavy crystal candle holders is ELEGANT. These candles at a touch of class to any table decor.

Black roses add a creepy vibe to a Halloween party, add age to a birthday theme, or fit in with a black and white colored party. These roses are made of a thin foam so they look real but will last for years to come. They are about 3" wide, include greenery and have 8" long stems.

Individual sized loafs of bread, cakes, brownies, meatloafs, brownies and so much more are easily made with this non-stick Wilton pan.

Best thing about this pan: it is coated with a silicone coating which is PTFE, PFOA and BPA free so muffins and cupcakes come out clean without paper liners.

We love that the metal bowls on this manual juicer extract so much juice from lemons, limes and oranges while leaving the seeds behind.

After learning to cook fresh pasta in Italy, it is impossible to go back to dried pasta! This hand crank pasta cutter is perfect for rolling pasta to a thin consistency and then add on a favorite pasta cutter to slice to perfection. Get the help of friends or little ones to make it a pasta party!

This stylish versatile apron impressed one of our husbands who likes the extra protection on top, felt it was sturdy with strong grommets, etc.

This warming plate takes the difficulty of keeping food warm while serving or while guests mingle.

We love that this Microplane zester/grater quickly grates citrus fruits, hard cheese, chocolate and even spices like ginger/cinnamon while not slipping with its non-slip rubber feet. Comes with protective cover and is dishwasher safe.