The Expert Hostess 

Add the feel of the ocean to your nautical celebration with these wood decor pieces that include an anchor, boat, steering wheel, life ring and fishing net. These cute pieces range in sizes from 5.3 - 12.6" tall and make great centerpiece items.

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.

Let the guests get into the party theme with these grass skirts and leis. These are a perfect way to spruce up your ocean themed party.

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.

Spruce up your game table or spring fling with this synthetic grass table runner. This table runner gives the illusion of outdoor living as well as the turf in the big game.

This bamboo table runner can be dressed up to be more formal or more relaxed. It is 108" long so it is perfect for banquet and dining tables. This runner creates a great everyday table decor.

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.

Taking your cooking skills on the road is fun with this Induction Countertop Burner. With induction cooking, the burner stays cool while the pan heats up. We suggest purchasing with a pot that has an aluminum core like the Cooks brand Multi-Ply Clad Frying Pan.

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.

These USA made glass measuring cups allow the accurate measurement of liquids without staining. Liquids easily pour out and the cups are microwave, oven, refrigerator and dishwasher safe.

Dish towels need to be absorbent enough to handle drying many dishes in our households. These towels are able to hold/dry plenty of dishes and with proper washing, they will not smell like other towels can.

This heavy duty pan is excellent for searing and cooking meat and vegetables, but we also love baking rolls and brownies in them for a lovely crust. It transfers effortlessly from stovetop to oven. This heavy duty pan can do it all.

Cooking and keeping dishes warm at parties is easy with this 3-pot slow cooker. We love that the lids rest just above the pot for easy storage while serving and the beautiful copper finish.

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.

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

We love a good plastic cup that has a lid for drinks for an outdoor party, as a to-go drink cup and for a movie night (less spills means less clean-up!). These cups are strong enough to not cave in while picking up and do not tip over as easily as others we have tried.

These coconut cups have a rich earthy color that allows the color of its flowers to pop. Although they cannot be used as food/drink cups, they make a great place to hold candy or for a candle to rest.

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 rustic look of a birch branch as an LED candle with a wax base is a great way to bring a little old fashioned natural cabin look onto the table. We love that these candles add a little look of nature while creating a softer lighting to a cozy dinner party.

This high quality centerpiece makes any table more elegant. We love the extra touches to ensure the orbs stay in place and the tray protects the table. This item comes in the 'chocolate' and brushed silver colors.

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.

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!

These stainless steel mixing/nesting bowls have non-stick silicone bases, lids, measurement marks and spouts for pouring. Great for everyday use and wedding gifts.

This Crock-pot slow cooker is our favorite for being large enough to feed a crowd and portable with its locking lid. Meat and vegetables cook evenly. The internal cooking pot can be microwaved, placed in the oven and is dishwasher safe.

Fresh corn is a fantastic addition to many delicious recipes. This corn prep tool quickly removes the corn from both cooked and raw corn. It is also sharp enough to peel squash and create zucchini noodles.

We found it is vital to have both flexible and more rigid spatulas for different types of cooking. These spatulas are perfect for more rigid scraping, mixing and scooping while being heat resistant to 600 degrees.

This cast iron pan gives the brick oven taste to a gourmet pizza. Baked in the oven, on the stove, on the grill or even over a campfire, pizza comes out crispy, chewy and has an excellent flavor. Hint: place in middle of the oven for best baking results.

Delicious homemade ice cream, frozen yogurt or fruity sorbet are fun to make with this ice cream maker. Let your creativity soar with this easy to use machine.

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

These tablecloths are spill-proof, they come in 10 rich colors and 5 common table sizes, and they are great for indoor or outdoor parties that need a touch of elegance.

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.

Completing a party theme is fun and easy with these disposable dessert cups. These cups make a great base for a frozen yogurt bar, a dessert cup for brownies with ice cream and a fun place to collect goodies for a movie night.

Nothing says spring like flowers so that is why we love this beautiful, flower lined white table runner for Spring and Easter. With just subtle hints of green and yellow, this table runner brightens any spring celebration.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Busy parents rejoice with the instant pot! Those recipes that once took hours take minutes with this counter top pressure cooker.

Grilling requires serious tools and this apron not only protects from splatters but also carries all of those important grilling accessories.

The reviews on this knife confirm it is easy to cut any meat and even bone with this incredible knife. Confession: This knife has not seen a cut of meat in our households but it is incredible cutting Creamy Caramels! Find the recipe at https://www.theexperthostess.com/caramels

Have the ability to move around the kitchen while this mixer does the heavy lifting (or rather mixing). We have included two models. The Artisan is great for smaller families and single batches.

This antibacterial cutting board has color options in green, red, and orange that don't stain as easily as white cutting boards. The non-slip grips keep it in place while cutting.

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.