13 Joanna Gaines-Approved Host Gifts

Excellent gifting doesn’t need to break the budget — but it does need to serve a purpose. Before you board that plane or embark on a cross-country road trip, consider what your host would actually want. We’re willing to bet it’s something practical yet beautiful, and the Target-exclusive Hearth & Hand with Magnolia collection from interior designer Joanna Gaines checks both boxes. 

Kitchen decor, pint-sized cookware, and other luxurious baubles can be found for exceedingly low prices. Ahead of peak gifting season, Gaines rounded up her top suggestions to simplify your last-minute shopping endeavors; as much of her collection is well-suited for the holidays, we’ve found several surprises that’ll stay in your host’s rotation all year long. Below are our favorites from Gaines’ gifting list, and they start at just $6.

Joanna Gaines’ Favorite Hearth & Hand with Magnolia Host Gifts

Carved Edge Salad Plate

If your holiday host is dropping hints about replacing their dinnerware, take their wish list into your own hands. At $5 a pop, these lettuce-edged salad plates only look expensive (and are easy to mix and match with existing sets). You can select from an 8- or 4-piece set. 

Mini Dutch Oven 

A half-quart Dutch oven makes for an adorable (and frankly, enviable) gift for an excellent host. This one from Hearth & Hand with Magnolia is made from enameled cast iron for even heating throughout, with a deep maroon glaze and gold knob atop its lid. One final thought: It’s drastically cheaper than its siblings at Le Creuset and Staub. This one’s sure to sell out fast — 6,000 shoppers bought it last month — so snag yours while you still can. 

Plaid Large Gift Tin

Holiday tins are practically a holiday non-negotiable, and this Joanna Gaines-approved container is equal parts modern and nostalgic. It holds nearly 5 liters of your tastiest homemade treats — enough to satisfy even the most insatiable sweet tooth. Snag it for $6 and pair it with a batch of your famous Christmas cookies. 

12-Ounce Coupe Glass

Nutmeg-dusted eggnog simply tastes better in a coupe glass. This long-stemmed glass is slender and chic, with a subtly fluted, wide bowl. The mocha-tinted glasses are still in stock, but they’re selling fast — snag one for $8 while you still can. 

Copper Slotted Serving Spoon 

Does your favorite host have a distinct home design? Complement an existing metallic kitchen collection with a copper and gold slotted serving spoon. It has a base of stainless steel with copper and gold coating, which looks far sleeker than those microplastic-laden black utensils, anyway. 

Cheese Board With Slicer

Bookmark this dark wood cheese board for your most charcuterie-inclined friend. The gorgeous serving platter has a rounded edge for displaying the most intricate cheeses, while a steel slicer helps cleanly prepare the hardiest of cheeses. It’s marked down to $21 this week.

Wall-Mounted Book Rack

Every home cook has a different approach to organizing their cookbooks — if your favorite host simply stacks theirs next to the oven, help free up counter space with this gorgeous solution. It’s a thoughtful gesture that suggests you notice the little things, without imposing on their space. Plus, the brass hardware looks more luxurious than its $25 price tag. 

Copper Roasting Pan

If you’re hoping to show your gratitude with a larger gift, consider Hearth & Hand’s seasonal cookware. (In addition to this roasting pan, there’s a matching frying pan, too.) They’ll receive a massive 18.5- x 11-inch copper-finish pan, which is large enough for sides or appetizers for the entire family. This unique, big-ticket gift is primed to exceed your host’s expectations. 

Carved Edge Wood Bowl

This sleek wooden bowl is among Joanna Gaines’ favorite picks — and based on the large format and intricate carved sides, it’s easy to see why. The mango wood bowl holds a generous pile of side salads, pasta salads, or whatever sides their heart desires. If you’re willing to go the extra mile, try filling this deep bowl with all their favorite indulgences.

Buntini Molds

As for another nostalgic spin, consider this vintage Buntini pan for the best holiday baker you know. The cast aluminum mold creates six holiday designs — including stars and ornaments — for crafting a miniature bundt cake of their dreams. Need further convincing? It’s nonstick, oven-safe, and coated with a gold-toned finish. 

Christmas Double Chocolate Hot Cocoa Mix

Meeting the in-laws for the first time? Snag a crowd-pleasing and useful gift, such as this holiday hot cocoa mix. It doesn’t presume anything about their cooking or design style — especially if you aren’t well-acquainted — but is universally loved enough to impress any host. Encased in a holiday tin, the mix serves seven and retails for just $10. 

4-Quart Stainless Steel Fry Pan

Planning an overnight stay? Bring a little whimsy to your host’s cookware cabinet with a copper-toned frying pan. This 4-quart version is accompanied by a matching lid, which settles snugly into the stainless steel base. Suitable for both induction and conventional cooktops, it’s a flashier gift for an aesthetics-minded cook. 

Merry Mint Christmas Bark

As for a truly last-minute gift, consider surprising them with a sweet treat. This all-in-one gingham tin contains 10 pieces of white and dark chocolate bark, all topped with crunchy mint bits to round out the indulgent experience. The container itself is reusable, making it a gift that’ll last far longer than its delicious contents.