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Is there anything better than sharing your passions with people? I LOVE the Favorite Things Party—for many reasons. That is, I love how they really work in any kind of group: friends you’ve known forever, groups of acquaintances, coworkers, family members, you name it. It’s a fun way to get to know someone, share something you love, and go home with a few tested and approved items to enjoy.
Featured photo in our interview with Monique Volz by Suruchi Avasthi.
What’s a Favorite Party Stuff?
Before we jump into the gift ideas, let’s quickly explain the concept. The Favorite Things Party is all about sharing the joy and discovering new treasures. It’s a gathering where each guest brings multiple copies of one of their favorites, usually within a set budget. Guests then take turns with these items, allowing everyone to go home with new favorites!
You leave with a variety of new favorites on your way, and it’s a great way to find products your friends swear by. Here’s how it works:
- Each guest brings 3-5 gifts within a set value range (eg, under $20).
- Count the gifts and throw the numbers into each hat (eg, if six people bring three gifts each, you can write the numbers 1-18 on separate pieces of paper).
- Draw pieces of paper for the number of gifts you brought (eg, if you brought three gifts, draw three numbers).
- Go around the circle and talk about your favorite thing you brought and why—give your pitch!
- Starting with the first number, take turns picking items from the pile until all the gifts are taken.
Tips for Choosing the Perfect Favorite Party Gift
- Stay within the agreed budget to keep things fair for all stakeholders.
- Choose things that truly bring you joy—authenticity is key!
- Choose things that appeal to you more to increase your chances of impressing others.
- Consider wrapping your gifts in a creative, reusable way for an extra special touch.
Now, let’s get into some thoughtful and crowd-pleasing gift ideas!
The conclusion
The beauty of the Favorite Things Party is in the personalization of the gifts and the joy of discovery. Whether you choose something practical, luxurious, or creative, the most important thing is to share a piece of what makes you happy. A fun gift!