It’s always a good idea to show your appreciation with a gift when invited to someone’s home. Your hosts have spent a great deal of time, effort, and perhaps even expense to provide you with a lovely evening of food, drink and lively conversation. Hostess gifts are a tangible way of saying, “Thanks for inviting me!”

But what kind of gift should you bring? How much should you spend? Coming up with hostess gift ideas can intimidate even the most socially-savvy.

You don’t need to bust your budget to give something your hosts will love. In fact, going overboard could embarrass them. Stay within your budget, knowing that the recipient will appreciate anything you give.

Keep it simple. One way to do that is to give something your hosts can use for a future party.People who like to host parties are always looking for ways to create a nice atmosphere for their guests.

We usually give our hosts a package or two of Francoise Paviot Napkins. They’re in a completely different category from ordinary paper napkins. They’re shockingly thick and luxurious and feel somewhere between fabric and paper. It’s the perfect, easy gift to give that everyone will love. Your biggest challenge will be which design to choose.