Help.......what to bring?

[dumboiu]

We have been invited to a Mardi Gras party. The hostess said not to bring anything, but of course, we want to anyway. Another guest said she will be bringing wine. What do yo think we should bring? Do you have any creative ideas? I would rather not go the wine route as that is clearly being covered. Thanks for any help!!! I know I can always turn to the DIS for answers!!!!

 

[sleepyone]

If you really feel you want to bring something, maybe a gift for the hostess to be opened at a later time. Just an idea, red envelope. com (without spaces) has lots of good hostess gift ideas.

 

[bananiem]

A king cake!

 

[ChrisnSteph]

Bring a bottle of wine! Who cares if someone else is bringing it - it's a Mardi Gras party, and you can NEVER have too much wine in the house! When we host get-togethers there are always a few people who bring a nice bottle of wine, and we really appreciate it.

 

[bananiem]

Beads!

 

[MAKmom]

If she said the food is covered I would not bring any unless you clear it with her. I have everything planned & a place on my buffet for it. Wine is always a great idea. The hostess does not have to serve it if she does'nt want to. but its also thoughtful. A hostess gift is the other way to go. A purple, green & gold wrapped box of candy.

 

[Southern4sure]

moon pies....

 

[L107ANGEL]

moon pies....

Whats a moon pie?

Oh a gift for the hostess or wine gets my vote!! Hace a great time!

 

[MrsKreamer]

Whats a moon pie?

Oh a gift for the hostess or wine gets my vote!! Hace a great time!

Only the tastiest most wonderful snack cake ever created!

 

[MrsKreamer]

OP-Where are you from if you don't mind me asking? Depending on where you are from will help me give suggestions.

 

[krcit]

A case of Coronas and a lime

 

[Hannathy]

I wish people would believe you when you say you don't need anything. Like the other poster said she probably has everything planned out and the space and serving utensils etc. it really is a pain when some one brings something you are not expecting. If you must bring something bring a gift like candy or even wine that you make a point of saying this is for you for later. The Mardi Gras beads could be ok cause even if she bought some you can wear a bunch.

 

[Southern4sure]

Whats a moon pie?

Oh a gift for the hostess or wine gets my vote!! Hace a great time!

Here is a link. They come in a variety of flavors...YUMMY! The double deckers are rarely thrown.

http://www.favoritesof.com/products/moonpieframe.html

 

[KelNottAt]

Miss Manners gripes about this in her column from time to time. I think she says flowers are appropriate.

 

[AtlantaSue]

I like the flowers idea - purple, white, green, yellow...FUN!

 

[MAKmom]

I like the flowers idea - purple, white, green, yellow...FUN!

But do not bring loose cut flowers. The hostess then has to stop & find a vase & arrange flowers & a place to put them...not what you wany to do durning a party.

If you want to make something offer to make chocolate covered strawberrys...I bet she will not turn that down.

 

[Saphire]

I agree with the others...if the hostess said not to bring anything, I would not since this was her request. She may have everything well planned out. But that doesn't mean you should go empty handed (never!). So, again like others have said, I would bring a hostess gift, candy, flowers, or wine as it can always be used in the future. Have fun!

 

[rt2dz]

If the host/hostess says not to bring anything for the party, DO NOT BRING ANYTHING FOR THE PARTY. Not even wine to be served at the party. She has everything planned the way she wants it and you'll only create a problem for her.

Having said that, it is totally OK to bring a hostess gift for her. At a later date and time. Wine would be ok for that, but tell her it is for later. Also good things are small gifts that she enjoys. A scented candle, Tastefully Simple dip(s), some chocolates (gourmet), flowers/plant, small picture frame/photo album, etc.