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Promising review: "Absolute life saver. Very cute, super sturdy, dishwasher safe (as opposed to the melamine stuff), stores flat. If you are a hostess with the mostess, this is a must-have for your repertoire. Trays are super sturdy and thick. Not bone white, they do have a tint of cream to them, but barely noticeable. Great value." —Heatherrenea

Get it from Amazon for $37.99 (available in two sizes and four colors).

Promising review: "We bought these before hosting a block party, and they work great! I like that they are solid wood with just indentations because you won't have to worry about something breaking off. We've used it a couple of times for parties, and not only do people like it, but the Sharpies don't get lost. Looks good, fits in our hosting storage box, and good value. I recommend it if you ever host many people who may drink from plastic cups." —Amazon Customer

Get it from Amazon for $14.99 (available in seven designs, plus a pack of all five of the holiday-themed designs). 

Promising review: "Nothing is worse when hosting than finding a million glasses and not knowing whose glass is whose. I am notorious for setting my glass down and 10 seconds later not being able to find it. I love that I can set these out when we host, and I know my own glass. They stick on really well and are of quality. I have used them about six times and bought them for stocking stuffers for our family this year." —Tricia S.

Promising review: "I was at a friend's house the first time I saw these. They were on the outdoor picnic table while we ate. Not one single fly or gnat came near us while we were eating! I ordered a set for us and have used them three times already. Everyone else who visits is amazed at how these work! We cooked outside and had many dishes on a table. I put two of these in the middle of the table, and not one bug landed in the potato or pasta salad, nor any of the condiments, burgers, etc.! They also deter bugs near a person, even if there is no food. Just put near your chair, and you are good to go--without having to use smelly bug sprays!" —kasimonsen

Get a set of four from Amazon for $28.99.  

Promising review: "I purchased this during the holiday season, looking to use it frequently throughout the month. I found that I am using it throughout the year! The tray provides a nice surface area for a charcuterie display, and the separate vegetable tray allows for more variety. Great storage for the small serving utensils, which adds to the overall elegance of the entire tray. It's such a beautiful piece, take some time to get it presentation-ready prior to its first use and cleaning." —ElleVal

Get it from Amazon for $47.99 (also available in four other designs and/or materials).

Promising review: "I have slowly been building my collection of hosting supplies. This was my latest addition. I absolutely love these. I add juice or water to them and chill them in the fridge before hosting. When it's time for the party, I put them out on the serving table, and people can help themselves. I love the shape and look of them, and the caps for storage. Really easy to clean too." —Ryan Logsdon

Get a set of three from Amazon for $26.95. 

Promising review: "This was perfect for hosting a Halloween party. The ice container in the center of the unit was a HUGE plus. Dishwasher safe (mostly) and easy assembly too. Also, pro-tip, don't over-tighten the lid on top, otherwise the tap won't work ;)." —Chachtastic

Get a set of two from Amazon for $37.99.

This tray comes with five removable containers along with three spoons, three tongs, and one scoop. 

Promising review: "Love the versatility of this! Taco bar, s’mores bar, whatever you are hosting this can be used! The utensils are great and I get so many compliments on this fun serving piece!" —White Family

Promising review: "This is great to have for guests! I posted it on the refrigerator at my house, and now guests can see it and don't have to ask for the password... the magnet is strong, the spaces are large enough to write the Wi-Fi name and password in, and it's easy to wipe off and make changes. Very functional and I would imagine for someone who has a lot of guests/family in and out, it would be perfect!" —L.D. Lee

Promising review: "This beautiful set of 12 mixed shape and size bud vases was perfect for creating small centerpieces at my daughter’s graduation party. The eclectic mix was so fun! The durability of the glass material was amazing, and the vases arrived with great packaging, which proved to be especially helpful for storing after use. I loved how easy they were to unbox and use. They even went through the dishwasher afterward, making cleanup easy. I would definitely recommend!" —ASHUNK

Get a set of five from Amazon for $16.14 (also available in sets of 12 and 24). 

Promising review: "I love this! I don't like the smell of matches, and I hate how the smoke just kind of lingers when they go out. Plus, you have to wet them to throw them away, so you don't have to worry about starting a fire. I wanted something better at home. This is just perfect for me. I used it at a birthday party, and all the guests loved it! I don't think they'd ever heard of a plasma lighter before, so this was all new to them. I also love the cute pink color, and I love that it has a safety feature and a cap." —Paulapallooza

Get it from Amazon for $11.96+ (available in eight colors).

This set comes with a 10-ounce melting bowl, a three-section detachable tray for easy serving and cleaning, and four skewers.

Promising review: "This fondue set is a fun and thoughtful gift! It’s super easy to use and perfect for sharing at date night, parties, or cozy evenings in. The temperature control keeps the chocolate smooth, and the serving trays make dipping snacks easy and mess-free. Definitely a sweet little crowd-pleaser!" —Kelton Smith

Promising review: "My husband continually picks up mine and our guests' drinks to put paper towels under to catch moisture. Got tired of looking like a nightclub at 2 a.m. and decided to purchase these. They seem to do well with moisture absorption and look classier than paper towels everywhere." —Kimber

Get a set of four from Amazon for $9.98 (also available in sets of six and eight). 

Promising review: "A great novelty item to get the conversation flowing. I had a get together and people who didn't know each other started a conversation over it. Best ice breaker!" —Kent

Get a set of six from Amazon for $11.99 (available in four styles). 

Promising review: "Love, love this!! Keeps everything neat and tidy and not all spread out on the countertop! Has a spot for everything. After using it, I just push it into a corner, saving countertop space!!! Great product, very happy!!" —Mich

Get it from Amazon for $49.99 (available in silver or black).

It comes with a bonus strap for your clumsy friends and a microfiber towel, because your camera deserves better than sticky cocktail fingerprints.

Promising review: "Love love love!! I bought a pack of three for my husband and my wedding reception. I had my wedding guests pass them around and take any photos they wanted. Almost every single photo turned out great, minus I think 6 out of the 81 pictures. They were very easy to use and functional. No complaints here! I will be buying these again for a few more things I have coming up in 2026! ALSO, getting them developed was easy; we took them to Walgreens, and they did it all for us, and then we just picked them up! I definitely recommend." —Eliza Jane

Promising review: "I bought this JBL Flip 5 to have music on the patio for a party. I liked the idea of letting the guests be DJs outdoors without using the audio stuff in the house. I popped this baby out of its box for a test drive. It sounded amazing playing current music and old blues. I’m so happy I went for it. This speaker is going to make a lot of people happy Sunday afternoon!" —torchstar

Get it from Amazon for $79.95 (available in 12 colors). 

Poo-Pourri works differently than regular air fresheners. Just shake the bottle, then spray three to five times directly onto the toilet water. Proceed with your business as usual, and then flush the toilet normally.

Promising review: "My bathroom savior! This Lavender Vanilla spray has rescued me from more embarrassing situations than I care to admit. Picture this: you're at a friend's dinner party, and nature calls. You slip away to the bathroom, but it's right next to the dining room, where everyone is chatting and laughing. The pressure is on! In moments like these, Poo-Pourri is a lifesaver. A few spritzes into the bowl before you go, and voila! The bathroom smells like a delightful lavender and vanilla oasis. No one will ever suspect a thing." —Bhooker88

Get it from Amazon for $9.50 (available in five sizes ranging from 1 fl oz to 16 fl oz).

Promising review: "I bought this to keep products organized and it’s perfect. It looks nice on the counter, the lid keeps everything looking tidy, and the inside has enough space to store a good amount without being bulky. It’s also a nice touch for guests — everything is available without being out in the open. Love the design, and it feels sturdier than I expected." —Chase

Get a two-piece set from Amazon for $24.99 (also available as a single piece in white or black).

Promising review: "I love these cute little 'boards.' Purchased them for a large family dinner where ham was served. I included a multitude of mustards and sauces, and this allowed them all to be identifiable. These were very appreciated, especially for people who definitely wanted to avoid the horseradish mustard. Ability to reuse is an added bonus!" —Wendy L. Parr

Get a set of 12 from Amazon for $6.99 (also available in a pack of 24).

Promising review: "I used these for my wedding to mark the ceremony, reception, parking, etc. I wrote on these in black jumbo Sharpie. I put these out after the Sharpie had dried (I tied one to a tree, and the rest I staked into the grass). Unfortunately, it started to downpour that afternoon. They did not move with the rain or the wind. The next day, when it was sunny, there was no fading or smudging of the Sharpie from the rain. These are really high quality. The writing you put on is visible from far away if you write big, but otherwise, all my guests knew where to go. —Amber G

Get a pack of three from Amazon for $7.99 (also available in sets of six and 15).

Promising review: "It’s a cute decorative touch, but simple and could match any party theme. The material is soft, and it fits a rectangular table perfectly. It’s long and provides extra length past the table. It’s easy to wash, I just placed it in the washer with other cloth items as normal; However, I didn’t put it in the dryer, I air-dried it. Overall, a good deal for the product! I’ll be ordering more of other colors for future hosting." —Destiny Garcia

Get it from Amazon for $8.99 (available in a range of sizes and 27 colors).

Get a 1'6" x 2'4" from Amazon for $18.99 (also available in larger sizes). 

Promising review: "For years, I have used a Bissell Spot Clean machine, and that worked great. I also didn't like the little "UFO circles" that the machine left...but it was worth it instead of the stain. Then I saw these and decided to give them a try. They are WONDERFUL! So easy to use and very effective. I do leave the pads down for about 24 hours just to be sure. These have been a great time saver!" —DLM

Get a pack of 20 from Amazon for $27.99 (also available in a pack of 40). 

Promising review: "Used these for a large party we were having. Placed them throughout the house so guests could easily dispose of recycle and trash. Great size, easy to set up and very durable. I will definitely purchase more for further events." —Erin Jackson

Get a pack of four or 16 from Amazon starting at $18.99 (available in white, marble, and black gradient).

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