SMART LIVING
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Sure, some believe that arriving at parties with a thoughtful gift for the host or hostess is an outdated custom—but that just means they lack imagination. Next time you’re invited, think outside the box and consider a few of these creative options.

WRITTEN BY ROSALIND FOURNIER PHOTOGRAPHY BY BEAU GUSTAFSON


Dress for the occasion: Wine’s the standard when it comes to hostess gifts—but more fun when delivered in a wine-bottle “outfit” by H&K Steel Sculptures. $90 at Art Alley in Edgewood.
Get lucky: The traditional Chinese “lucky cat” brings a sense of whimsical comfort to your host or hostess. $14.99 at Super Oriental Market in West Homewood.

Top it off: A unique bottle stopper made of “reborn” glass lends a wine bottle a unique accent. $36 at the Birmingham Museum of Art gift shop.

Head for the coast(ers): Handmade glass coasters from Glass Fire Jewelry & More almost make it a special occasions to set down one’s glass. $41/set of four at the Birmingham Museum of Art gift shop.
Give three in one: This trio of colorful glass bud vases is handmade by Glass Fire Jewelry & More. $41 at the Birmingham Museum of Art gift shop.
January Birmingham, Alabama

  

 
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