EDITOR’S PICKS

Crock-Pot and Not Your Mother’s Slow Cooker Cookbook

Don’t hate on the Crock-Pot—slow-cooker cooking is very 2010! With this gift, you’ll offer your favorite hostess a little tongue-in-cheek thanks that is sure to make her thank you later.

($33, Crock-Pot; $14, Cookbook; www.amazon.com)

Fresh Frankincense, Myrrh and Gold Soap Trio

We get the gold, but who knows what the deal was with the original gifts of frankincense and myrrh? This collection of artisanal, triple-milled, pure vegetable soaps, however, leaves no room for interpretation. Laced with unique, season-inspired scents and enriched with moisturizing shea butter, each hand-wrapped soap is undoubtedly a precious gift.

($45, www.fresh.com)

Erin Condren Jumbo Calendar

Help her stay organized in 2010 with this personalized 11.5-inch-by-17.5-inch 16-month calendar from whimsically wonderful designer Erin Condren. Its front page is an info guide she can complete with valuable information for babysitters or house sitters, and each month features a different bright design and inspirational quote. Also included are 216 colorful circle stickers she can use to highlight birthdays, vacations, doctor’s appointments and more.

($40, www.erincondren.com)

Jo Malone Tea Box Deluxe Candle Collection

The perfect “from the whole office” gift, this limited-edition keepsake is extremely indulgent and luxurious. Nestled in a beautifully textured cream-colored tea box are three uniquely scented deluxe candles complete with engraved Jo Malone candle lids and a silver-plated wick trimmer and candle snuffer. The candle scents include Eau de Cologne, Parma Violets and Sweet Almond Macaroon.

($395, www.jomalone.com)

Bath and Body Works Bella Suede Moccasins

After a long night on her feet, give your favorite hostess some much-need comfort in the form of these super-cute slippers. A bonus: They’re so sturdy, they can be worn indoors and out.

($35, www.bathandbodyworks.com)

Williams-Sonoma Hot Chocolate and Peppermint Hot Chocolate

Inspired by the famed Café Angélina in Paris, where steaming pots of velvety hot chocolate are served with bowls of whipped cream alongside, these are sure to delight—and warm!—the tummies of even the most discriminating chocoholics. Purchase them individually or spring for the special set that includes a canister of each.

($19.50 to $33, www.williams-sonoma.com)

Glee: The Music, Vol. 1

If your party-giver has fallen for Glee (like so many of us have!), she’ll love this soundtrack, which features the show’s musical-theater-meets-pop-song performances. I’m insanely addicted!

($8.99, www.bn.com)

Maya Brenner State Necklaces,

If your favorite hostess is a transplant, help her keep her home state close to her heart with these state necklaces from chic jewelry designer Maya Brenner. They’re offered in silver, gold or even adorned with a tiny diamond.

($100 to $300, www.mayabrenner.com)